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ExploreItwar Bazaar H-9 Sunday Market Islamabad
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
Overview
Situated near Kashmir Highway Srinagar Highway in Sector H-9 Islamabad Itwar Bazaar commonly known as H-9 Sunday Market or Weekly Bachat Bazaar is the premier open-air weekly mega market in the federal capital. Operating primarily on Sundays Tuesdays and Fridays under the administration of the Capital Development Authority CDA this sprawling covered bazaar spans over dozens of acres featuring thousands of organized stalls. Offering everything from fresh farm vegetables fruits organic spices and household goods to thrift clothing landa bazaar vintage garments carpets handicrafts electronics and traditional Pakistani street food H-9 Itwar Bazaar serves as a vibrant cultural crossroads and essential shopping destination for bargain hunters tourists and residents.
Highlights
- Sprawling weekly open-air mega bachat market administered by Capital Development Authority CDA
- Operating three days a week on Sundays Tuesdays and Fridays in Sector H-9 along Kashmir Highway
- Features thousands of organized covered stalls offering farm-fresh produce fruits and spices
- Famous thrift clothing landa bazaar section for vintage jackets coats shoes and imported apparel
- Vast selection of carpets handicrafts household items electronics kitchenware and dry fruits
- Bustling street food section serving hot pakoras jalebi chapli kababs Doodh Patti chai and sugarcane juice
Things To Do
- Hunt for budget bargains vintage apparel thrift jackets and shoes in the landa section
- Buy fresh farm produce organic vegetables fruits dry fruits and traditional spices directly from farmers
- Shop for traditional Pakistani carpets rugs handicrafts home decor and kitchen utensils
- Enjoy authentic Pakistani street food snacks including hot pakoras samosas chapli kababs and jalebi
- Experience the vibrant colorful culture bustle and energy of Islamabads largest weekly market
Local Transportation
Located along Srinagar Highway Kashmir Highway and 9th Avenue in Sector H-9. Easily accessible via private car sedan taxi Metro Bus service Peshawar Mor Station or ride-hailing apps Uber Careem Yango InDrive from anywhere in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Accommodation
Capital city hospitality hub. Luxury 5-star hotels Serena Hotel Marriott Hotel boutique guest houses and budget stays are widely available across Sectors F-6 F-7 G-9 G-8 and H-9.
Food & Cuisine
Vibrant street food hub inside the market. Enjoy traditional Pakistani street delicacies including fresh hot pakoras samosas piping-hot jalebis Peshawar chapli kababs sugarcane juice and Doodh Patti chai at open-air food stalls.
Safety Information
Highly secure, organized public market administered by CDA and Islamabad Capital Territory Police with on-site security checkposts. Keep wallet and personal valuables safe in crowded aisles, carry cash as credit cards are not accepted by stall vendors, and monitor young children.
Travel Tips
Carry physical cash in small currency notes, wear comfortable flat walking shoes, bring sturdy reusable shopping bags, visit early in the morning for best produce selection, and practice polite bargaining.