Must-see shopping in Queensland

  • Jan Powers Farmers Market

    Brisbane

    Hankering for some purple heirloom carrots or blue bananas? The chances are you'll find them at this abundant, appetite-piquing farmers market. Grab a…

  • Urangan Fisheries

    Hervey Bay

    Ideal for self-catering pescatarians, the retail outlet of this wholesale fishery is the place to go for locally caught barramundi, black-tip shark,…

  • Sun & Company

    Brisbane

    Ethically minded, pocket-sized Sun & Company showcases small-batch, locally made gifts and homewares. Expect an eclectic edit spanning anything from…

  • My Local Feast Farmers Market

    Brisbane & Around

    While this market may not be especially big, its 20 or so stalls do offer some good regional products, from seasonal fruit and veggies, to herbs, cheeses…

  • Archives Fine Books

    Brisbane

    Rickety bookshelves and squeaky floorboards set a nostalgic scene at this sprawling repository of pre-loved pages. While the true number of books on offer…

  • Night Markets

    Cairns

    Head here if your supply of shark-bite T-shirts is running low, or you need your name engraved on a grain of rice. It's souvenir city, but worth a stroll…

  • Whitsundays Provisions

    The Whitsundays

    Delivers fresh provisions around Airlie Beach, to various island resorts, including Long Island's self-catering Palm Bay Resort, and to bareboat charter…

  • Sutton's Juice Factory

    Brisbane & Around

    Frankly, the famous apple pie at Sutton's is a little overrated, not to mention overpriced (slice $14.50). That said, it's worth a visit for its excellent…

  • Cockatoo-Collins Studio

    Brisbane & Around

    Inspired by Minjeribah's nature, ancient culture and her family's own experiences, indigenous artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins crafts handmade jewellery,…

  • Young Designers Market

    Brisbane

    Explore the work of up to 80 of the city's best emerging designers and artists, selling mostly women's fashion, accessories and jewellery, as well as art,…

  • Uggboot Lady

    Brisbane & Around

    From her humble roadside shop, British expat Marika McNichol keeps tootsies warm with her high-quality, double-faced sheepskin footwear for men, women and…

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre

    Cairns

    Atop Cairns Central Railway Station, you'll find the region's largest shopping mall. It boasts a large supermarket (open nightly to 10pm), Kmart and a…

  • Collective Markets South Bank

    Brisbane

    South Bank's Collective Markets may draw the tourist hordes, but its modest sweep of stalls do sell some great items, most notably breezy summer frocks…

  • Dogstar

    Brisbane

    There's more than a touch of Japanese style evident at this home-grown women's boutique. Beautiful fabrics, sculptural elements and fine details feature…

  • Malt Traders

    Brisbane

    The best little bottleshop in the CBD, these guys zoom-in on cognoscenti single-malt whiskies, organic cider, single-vineyard wines, craft beers and pre…

  • Colour Me Crazy

    The Whitsundays

    Styling itself 'The Jewel and Pressie Palace of ProsVegas' (non-Australians note: 'pressie' = present; 'ProsVegas' = Proserpine), Colour Me Crazy is an…

  • Tym Guitars

    Fortitude Valley

    This cult-status music store stocks everything from vintage guitars and amps to handmade guitar pedals. Tym's vinyl selection includes an especially…

  • RM Williams

    Brisbane

    An iconic manufacturer of stylish Aussie bush/farm gear, RM Williams stocks high-quality leather boots, hats, oilskin jackets, belts, jumpers and shirts:…

  • Kuranda Arts Co-Op

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    The creative heart of Kuranda beats at the Kuranda Arts Co-Op, where local artists exhibit and sell everything from fine pottery to flowing, Kuranda…

  • Spencer & Murphy Booksellers

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Bookish types will love Spencer & Murphy Booksellers, a house transformed into a shop and packed with new and secondhand books. The owner is a hunter and…

  • Kinnon & Co Station Store

    Outback Queensland

    The fabulous Station Store is crammed with Aussie outback fashion – boots, Akubra hats, leather bags, clothing, saddles and stockman's whips, along with…

  • Ngarru Gallery

    Port Douglas

    Indigenous art from across Australia, including from Arnhem Land and the Western Desert, lightly fills this beautiful space. Some is for collectors, other…

  • Junky Comics

    Brisbane

    Indie Junky stocks comics with cred, from classic DC, Dark Horse and Marvel titles, to female-, queer- and child-orientated works. You'll also find…

  • Canopy Art

    Cairns

    Although the gallery has closed, Canopy Art still operates an online gallery and shop showcasing prints, paintings, sculptures and weavings of Indigenous…

  • Maple Street Co-Op Society

    Sunshine Coast

    Shop positively at this ethical co-op, which stocks local, wholesome and organic products, from fresh fruit, veggies and gourmet condiments to natural…

  • Butter Beats

    Fortitude Valley

    Rare and collectable records in the Valley, including old-school Aussie indie. If they don't have it, they'll find it for you. Also stocks street-art…

  • Gateway Bait & Tackle

    Sunshine Coast

    Sells 4WD permits, required to access the more off-track spots on nearby Bribie Island. Also stocks fishing essentials, including reels, hooks and bait…

  • Crackerbox Palace

    Cairns

    This treasure trove of all things vintage has been luring in the locals for more than 20 years. It's crammed full of one-off clothes, furniture, records,…

  • Record Exchange

    Brisbane

    This jam-packed upstairs shop is home to an astounding collection of vinyl, CDs, DVDs, posters and other rock memorabilia. ‘Brisbane’s most interesting…

  • Aladdin's Other Cave

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    In a large shed called the Chalet, Aladdin's is a vintage bric-a-brac shop packed with clothing, collectibles, furniture, retro stuff, you name it. Great…

  • Doongal Aboriginal Art

    Cairns

    Stocks authentic artworks, boomerangs, didgeridoos and other traditional artefacts by local and Central Australian Indigenous artists. Worldwide shipping…

  • Australian Geographic

    Brisbane

    Stocks everything from Australian-themed calendars and outdoor survival guides, to glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs, telescopes and intelligent games for kids.

  • Palm Cove Markets

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Browse more than 130 stalls for local handicrafts, offbeat souvenirs and regional produce. Live entertainment, food stalls and kids' activities to boot.

  • Crystalbrook Marina Market

    Port Douglas

    This fun weekly market on the marina boardwalk features souvenirs, food stalls and live music, but it's pretty soulless and small out of season.

  • Mind Games

    Brisbane

    Intellectual, rainy-day gaming the old-fashioned way: chess, crosswords, Rubik's cubes, mah-jong, Scrabble, 1000-piece jigsaws and much more.

  • Rubyvale Gem Gallery

    Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands

    This family-run jewellery shop is a great place to learn about local sapphires and to pick up designer jewellery at very reasonable prices.

  • Port Douglas Markets

    Port Douglas

    PD's Sunday market is legendary for its locally made crafts and jewellery, healthcare products, local tropical fruits and fresh produce.

  • Mission Beach Markets

    Townsville & Mission Beach

    Local arts, crafts, jewellery, tropical fruit, homemade gourmet goods and more overflow from stalls at the Mission Beach Markets.

  • Cotters Market

    Townsville

    With around 200 craft and food stalls, as well as live entertainment, it's one of the best weekly markets in north Queensland.

  • Perrin Clarke Photography

    Port Douglas

    Stunning photography from Far North Queensland, available for printing in a conveniently wide range of sizes and formats.