Monastery Market Has All the Cheap Fashion You Need

A shopping haven for men's apparel, Monastery Market has everything, from comfy summer tanks, T-shirts, formal shirts, trousers and jeans to winter woollens and leather jackets; you'll find it all here at affordable rates. In addition to printed and plain cotton and denim, we also saw plenty of accessories, bags and footwear. While there's an abundance of summerwear, shopkeepers suggest coming here for winterwear. However, if you're on the lookout for larger sizes, you might not find a lot of variety. 

Monastery Market is a busy spot in the winter season for its wide winter collection, particularly popular for in-fashion items and handmade woollen clothes. The best time to visit the market is between November and February. 

The Monastery market is open to the public from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. If you want to explore the market in peace, the best time to visit is early in the morning, as soon as the market opens to avoid huge crowds. The evening has a charm of its own, but the market will be definitely more crowded. 

Some of the best thrift stores are available on the market for uber budget-friendly prices. From comfy summer tanks, formal shirts, and graphic T-shirts to stylish winter staples like jackets, scarves, and cardigans. This market has something for every fashion shopaholics. You can also find stores to buy some very stylish and affordable footwear, ranging from white sneakers to shining boots. 

And to my foodies out there, the Monastery market is a must-visit spot to explore authentic flavours of Tibetian cuisine and Pan-Asian delicacies. From slurp-worthy thupkas to hot dumplings, your visit to this market promises you a flavourful retreat.

And you can’t miss out on checking vibrant stores for accessories and home decor essentials. These stores make the Monastery market an absolute destination for fragrant incense sticks and coils, essential oils, lucky charms, Buddha statues, and Tibetan curios. 

For first time visitors, here are some tips to ensure a day well spent exploring the Monastery market

1. Bargaining is very common in the Monastery market, so bring in your best negotiation skills. 

2. Always check the clothing and/or footwear items for any damage before you purchase them.

3. Make sure to carry enough cash, as many stalls and shopkeepers do not accept online payments.

4. Carry your own bag and avoid taking plastic bags from the shopkeepers. 

5. Keep a water bottle to keep yourself hydrated while exploring this vibrant market.

6. Apply sunscreen and wear a cap, especially if it’s too sunny outside. Check out our recommendation for sunscreen here.

You’ll have trouble finding a place to park, so we suggest using public transport. The nearest metro station is Kashmere Gate. Entry to the place is easy to miss; you’ve got to keep an eye out for its gate. In this case, Google Maps is going to be your saviour.