Fact guide of Kolkata’s Vardaan Market

One of the hottest shopping complexes in Kolkata, the Vardaan Market has always been in vogue with its fashion fads and food delights. Located along Camac Street, Kolkata, this shopping complex spreads across three floors and a basement, where you can get all kinds of fashion jewellery, cosmetics, and even imported apparel. It is one of the oldest shopping arcades, a pride of the city, where people of all ages can appease their shopping spree. If you are visiting Kolkata soon for work or pleasure and wish to buy some souvenirs, clothing, jewellery or other items, head to Camac Street and explore this shoppers’ paradise.

But before that, go through our elusive guide to know what you can expect from your shopping venture at the Vardaan Market.

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Vardaan Market: How to reach?

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By cab

You can take a cab from any part of the city and put the location to Vardaan Market, Camac Street. 

By metro

If you want to use public transportation, you can take a metro from the nearest metro station to your accommodation and get down to Park Street. From there, it is a 5-minute walk to the shopping complex.  

 

Vardaan market: Timings

Before you visit the market, you should know about its timings:

Monday- Wednesday: 10.30 AM to 9.00 PM

Thursday- Closed 

Friday & Weekends- 10.30 AM to 9.00 PM

 

Vardaan market: Food options

Are you tired of shopping around? Do you want to taste some local delicacies? The snack booths in the courtyard outside the complex are just the places you need to visit. From tikhi puchkas and vadas to rolls, kebabs and jalebis, you can fill your stomach till it stops growling. Do not forget to visit Agarwal’s Pav Bhaji or the Chauhan Victoria Vadas for an exemplary foodie experience. The kulfis at Shivaji’s will simply take your taste buds on a roll. 

 

Vardaan market: Shopping 

You can get everything here, from the latest traditional fashion items to trendy, imported apparel, footwear, cosmetics, and even electronic gizmos. However, you need to know where to find what so that you do not have to wander aimlessly. 

 

Funky, trendy apparel

Teenagers’ and young people’s favourite section is the basement, where you can get all the funky clothing, trendy apparel and jewellery. Printed tops, ripped jeans, palazzos, cocktail dresses, and trendy shrugs, whatever you are looking for, the basement at Vardaan Market has it all. Head over to Fashion Care (Shop no. 55), Top Shop (58) and Reena Shree Fashion (66) for all such trendy, fashionable outfits. 

 

Toddlers’ fashion

Now, Instagram-friendly toddlers are no less than adults these days. Credits go to their fashionable parents, though. If you want your tots to look their best, head over to Choice, shop number G 55 on the Ground Floor (of course). You can also check out Tiny Tots (B 73) and Child Care (B 26) for other items besides apparel. If you are looking for formal/informal wear for your children, check out Final Stop (160) and Wave (105) to get your hands on a range of apparel, from gowns and traditional dresses for girls and blazers to toddler suits for your tiny man. 

 

Trendy accessories

Are you looking for the latest movie-inspired jewellery? Or the designer replicas that famous actors are flaunting? You can head over to New Radha Shree (B 129) or Zevar (G 26) for all such knick-knacks. The US Camac Queen (G 25) has a loaded stock of non-expensive designer jewellery, both traditional and western, to suit your style and preferences. Wanting to buy some gorgeous leather bags and other accessories? Check out the extensive collection at Leather King (121) to satisfy the shopaholic in you. 

 

Go all traditional

Now, it is not that Vardaan Market is famous only for trinkets. If you are looking for the latest designer lehenga, sarees or fashionable ethnic dresses, drop into Prachi (140), Devika Fashion (132), Shoppers’ Paradise (136), or the amazing Shagun (137) for all kinds of traditional outfits ranging from sarees and lehengas to kurtas, gowns, and even leggings and churidars. 

 

Fit your feet

After shopping for outfits and accessories, do not forget to buy some fashionable footwear to match your latest possessions. Head over to Glamour Walk (129) and Foot World (121) to get your hands on some trendy footwear. From stilettos to gorgeous boots, they have it all! Whether you have a wedding to attend in Kolkata or you have your wedding on the cards, you can buy some stylish footwear that caters to all budgets and preferences. 

 

Mobile phone accessories and little knick-knacks

The Vardaan Market is also a hub for trendy mobile and electronic accessories, besides kitchen utensils and decorative items. Head over to Suman Sangeet (G 48E) for a range of such items at the most pocket-friendly prices. From cute, decorative phone cases to in-vogue headphones, coffee mugs, gift items, and even imported chocolates, you will have no dearth of options to buy souvenirs. 

 

Vardaan market: Nearby places to visit

Do you still have some time on your hands after shopping to your heart’s content? There are so many heritage places to visit in the area. You can extend your day by exploring these museums and art galleries, relaxing in the parks and having a quiet dinner at one of the gorgeous diners before you head back. 

Let us give you an idea about the places you can cover in a day:

 

The Genesis Art Gallery

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Established in 1985, this amazing art gallery is a hub of contemporary Indian art and one of the oldest galleries in India. It is located on Middleton Street, about a 100 metres walk from the Vardaan Market. If you are a lover and admirer of contemporary art, you can find some timeless pieces here by eminent artists, such as Suruchi Chand, Suhas Roy, and more. 

 

Satyajit Ray Auditorium

It is located within the Rabindranath Tagore Centre on Ho Chi Minh Sarani. The place is equipped with a café, where you can have a cup of hot latte before exploring the centre and taking pictures of the auditorium. 

 

Millennium Park 

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A 16-minute drive from the Vardaan Market, Millennium Park is one place you must not leave out while exploring this area in Kolkata. If you are shopping with your toddlers, visiting this elusive amusement park on Strand Road will give you some time to enjoy and relax with them. The Park is open from 10 AM to 6.30 PM every day of the week, and the entry fees are only Rs 10/per person. 

It is situated on the banks of River Hooghly, thus offering mesmerising views of the river along with a riverside walkway of 2.5 km. There is also a dedicated Kids’ zone that offers several activities, like toy train rides, Bumpy Rides, Break Dance, and even a Pirate Ship. You can also take relaxing boat rides on the river and appease your stomach with the range of food outlets offering all kinds of street foods and delectable delicacies. 

 

FAQs

What are some cool diners near the Vardaan Market?

Several local eateries and sophisticated diners are located in this area. A few names are The Salt House on Shakespeare Sarani, Vaango on Camac Street, Pizza Hut on Camac Street, Kaidi Kitchen, and The Factory Outlet on Camac Street.

How far is Bura Bazaar located from Vardaan Market?

The Bura Bazaar is about a 30-minute drive away from Vardaan Market.

Is the Vardaan Market air-conditioned?

Yes, it is one of the oldest AC markets in Kolkata.

How to reach Vardaan Market from New Town?

Take the Basant Highway, from where it will take about 1 hour or 80 minutes to reach the venue by car. You can also take a bus to reach Dum Dum Metro Station or Belgachia Metro Station, from where you can take the metro to reach Park Street.

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