Second Hand Book shop

Visiting the Old Book Market in Daryaganj was truly a memorable experience for me as a book lover. The moment I stepped into the long stretch of stalls, I felt like I had entered a treasure chest of knowledge. From neatly stacked school and college textbooks to novels, biographies, self-help guides, and even rare, old editions, the market had something for every reader. To my delight, I also found stationery items like pens, notebooks, and drawing materials at much lower prices than usual shops, which makes it a great spot not just for readers but also for students. I managed to pick up a few books at unbelievably low prices, and the bargaining process itself was fun—it felt like being part of the true street-market culture of Delhi. The vendors were polite and knowledgeable, often suggesting titles based on what I was looking for. The market does have an old, rustic charm, and while the lanes can get a little crowded, the overall vibe is lively and full of energy. I’d recommend carrying a bag, some cash, and comfortable footwear to make the experience smooth. For me, Daryaganj wasn’t just about buying books—it was about reliving the joy of discovery. It’s a place I’d love to visit again and again. How to Reach: By Metro: Delhi Gate Metro Station (Violet Line), Gate No. 3 is the closest. By Rail: New Delhi Railway Station (2–2.5 km away). Autos, e-rickshaws, or cabs take 10–15 minutes. By Bus: Daryaganj Bus Stand is right nearby. Since the market is held only on Sundays, plan early to avoid crowds and grab the best deals.

Good place for book lovers ... But now it has lost it's charms as there are only old books and they have also increased price due to good demand !

Amazing place. Best for bibliophiles. Classic books available for ₹100 per kg and others for 200. Variety of books available. For others notebooks and folders everything is available at cheap price

Beware!! If u enter here you cant go empty handed Its like a wonderland for everyone From kids small games to books bottles games small things for kids everything related to painting bottles diaries and what not Prices are good too.

Very cheap rate , novels and books ...... U can find many types of best selling novels here at very cheap & good quality book's & novels ..... Must visit here if u love reading 😅😉❤️ …

I got my medical books from this shop. 2nd hand books are available in very good quality and condition at very reasonable price.. the owner uncle is quite friendly and helpful. I would recommend this shop to every student who wish to buy 2nd hand book with good condition 😅 as these are very pocket friendly. …

Good place to buy old and new books at very low price. A must go for everyone at least once. Reach early by 9 am and enjoy!!! The nearest metro station is Delhi Gate(Violet line)

would recommend it to anyone who loves a good book with twists and turns. Can’t talk right now, Mom. I’m in the middle of a good book 📕📕📕📕📕📕📕📕 …

The Daryaganj Sunday Book Market is not the kind of market you’re used to seeing in Delhi, so don’t go there expecting big shops with books on display in glass cases and helpful attendants who will look for the books you want. The new and old books will be lined up on the pavements quite neatly so that you can easily peruse through all the titles. But sometimes, you’ll have to rummage through a giant pile of books yourself so get ready to get your hands dirty! I don’t think you can ever be prepared for the sheer volume of books you’re going to see: there are thousands upon thousands of books for sale and they’re going to be dirt cheap! If you hunt around, you might find beautiful copies of some famous reads, first editions and even signed copies. The range of novels you will find is staggering—from fiction to science, art and even coffee table books—this market has got something for every different kind of reader! How to get there The market is only set up on Sundays. The nearest metro station is either Chandni Chowk or Chawri Bazaar. You can take a rickshaw from either. You can also take your car or bike to the market and since most of the shops are closed on Sundays, you will be able to find parking fairly easily. Also, buses ply frequently to Daryaganj from across Delhi. The market begins from Asaf Ali Road to Netaji Subhash Marg. A very easy way to understand the layout of the market is to remember that it begins right after Delite cinema (when the cinema is to your left) and follows the road until Golcha cinema. The strategy you need to adopt You need to go early in the morning to get the best books that sellers have to offer—the good ones disappear pretty quickly. In the summer, try to get there by 9- 9.30 am and don’t forget sunscreen and a bottle of water because otherwise the heat will most definitely get to you. In the winter, even the sellers like to sleep in like most of us, so it’s okay if you reach by 10.30 am. Bundle up because winters in Delhi can get chilly! Be prepared for a jostling crowd because this place is pretty famous among avid book readers of Delhi as well as students looking for cheap study material (which is aplenty!). It’s not going to be a pleasant morning walk because the market is more than a kilometer long. Remember to carry a bag pack because most of the sellers will not give you a carry bag, and if you end up buying a lot of books, they’re going to be very difficult to lug around. Also, keep your valuables inside and beware of pickpockets. The price is right Bargaining is your best friend. If you’re good at that, you will be very happy with your haul! Remember though, that not all sellers will be willing to give you the price you want. In that case, walk along because a lot of sellers have the same books and you might even find a better copy. If you don’t, it’s completely okay to swallow your pride and go back to the same seller. Some of the sellers are very knowledgeable about how rare and expensive their books really are. But sometimes you will find even the loveliest books for as low as Rs 10 so keep your eyes peeled! There are a few shops along the way, such as the Big Book Bazaar and Mukta Book Agency, where you will be able to buy books at a fixed rate per kilogram. While these shops might sometimes be more expensive than the street vendors, you will find an excellent variety and copies in better condition. Even graphic novels are available at some shops—all you need to do is ask the shopkeeper! More than just books As you walk along the pavement, you will find so much more than books. Old coins, stationary, trinkets, and even clothes are for sale here. There’s also a little bit of history on the way as well in the form of the famous Delhi Gate that was built by Shah Jahan in 1638. It’s just across from the market and a lovely sight to behold!

If you love reading novels, story books then this place is for you. Here you can buy end number of novels and not only novel even you can buy notebooks, diaries, file cover, documents file, pens, pencils and other litrature equipments in a decent rates. How to reach If you are coming by metro then Delhi gate metro station gate number 3 is the nearest metro gate from the market. If you are coming by Rail then New Delhi railway station is the nearest railway station from the market and that too is 2 - 2.5 kilometre far from the book market. If you are coming by bus then Daryaganj is the nearest bus stand from the market.