Anarkali Bazaar, opposite the Lahore Museum on the Mall, is Lahore’s oldest surviving bazaar: khussas, bridal and party wear, fabric, artificial jewellery and food lanes, all at bargaining prices. Liberty Market in Gulberg III is the modern favourite for ready-to-wear, lawn and lace, shoes and jewellery, with brand outlets around the roundabout. In 2026 Liberty also had licensed kite stalls for Basant.
انارکلی اور لبرٹی مارکیٹ
انارکلی بازار مال روڈ پر لاہور میوزیم کے سامنے ہے جہاں کھسے، شادی اور پارٹی کے کپڑے، کپڑا، مصنوعی زیورات اور کھانے ملتے ہیں۔ گلبرگ کی لبرٹی مارکیٹ ریڈی میڈ کپڑوں، لان، جوتوں اور زیورات کے لیے مشہور ہے اور 2026 میں یہاں پتنگوں کے لائسنس یافتہ اسٹال بھی تھے۔
Anarkali vs Liberty at a glance
| Anarkali Bazaar | Liberty Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | The Mall, opposite Lahore Museum | Gulberg III, around Liberty roundabout |
| Best for | Khussas, bridal and party wear, fabric, bangles, gifts | Ready-to-wear, lawn, lace, shoes, jewellery |
| Prices | Low to mid; bargain | Mid to high; fixed in brand shops |
| Food | Old Anarkali food street (falooda, BBQ) | Cafés and fast food around the market |
| Busiest | Evenings and weekends | Evenings and weekends |
| Getting there | Orange Line (Anarkali station), rickshaw | Ride hailing; parking is tight |
Anarkali Bazaar: what to buy
- Khussas: embroidered flat shoes, from simple to heavily worked bridal pairs.
- Party and bridal wear: ready outfits and fabric with embroidery.
- Bangles and artificial jewellery: cheap and colourful, perfect for Basant outfits.
- Fabric and dupattas: including yellow and mustard shades for Basant.
- Food: falooda and rabri doodh at Old Anarkali.
Anarkali has two parts: Old (Purani) Anarkali, with the food street, and New Anarkali, the long covered bazaar with clothes and shoes. Urdu Bazaar, for books and stationery, is next door.
Liberty Market: what to buy
- Ready-to-wear and lawn: local shops plus brand outlets around the market.
- Lace, trims and fabric: for tailoring Basant outfits.
- Shoes and bags: good range of mid-price footwear.
- Jewellery: artificial and silver.
- Basant kites: licensed stalls were here in 2026.
کیا خریدیں
انارکلی سے کھسے، چوڑیاں، مصنوعی زیورات اور پیلے رنگ کا کپڑا خریدیں۔ لبرٹی سے ریڈی میڈ کپڑے، لان، لیس، جوتے اور بسنت کے دنوں میں پتنگیں۔
Bargaining and practical tips
- In Anarkali, start at about half the first price and settle in the middle.
- Brand shops in Liberty have fixed prices; small shops bargain.
- Carry cash for small shops; most brand outlets take cards.
- Shops open late morning (around 11 AM) and stay busy until late evening; Friday midday is quiet.
- Watch your phone and wallet in the crowded lanes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Anarkali Bazaar famous for?
Khussas, bridal and party wear, fabric, bangles and its old food street with falooda and BBQ.
سوال: انارکلی بازار کس چیز کے لیے مشہور ہے؟
کھسوں، شادی کے کپڑوں، کپڑے، چوڑیوں اور پرانی انارکلی کی فوڈ اسٹریٹ کے لیے۔
Where is Liberty Market in Lahore?
In Gulberg III, around Liberty roundabout, near MM Alam Road.
Can I buy kites in Liberty Market?
In 2026 Liberty was one of five licensed kite markets. Check the 2027 list.
How do I get to Anarkali?
Take the Orange Line to Anarkali station or a rickshaw to the Mall opposite Lahore Museum.
Sources and updates
Last checked: 13 October 2026. Prices and arrangements change, especially around Basant. Confirm directly before you book or travel.