Fitzroy, Collingwood & Abbotsford
Serving the LGBT+ community for three decades, this bookshop stocks a huge range of gay-friendly and gender-diverse books (fiction and non-fiction), along…
Must-see shopping in Victoria
Melbourne
Perfectly located off the foyer of the Sun Theatre, this wonderful little bookshop has the kind of passionate staff that can recommend a tome to suit any…
Victorian High Country
As well as being a bike store, Alpine Cellars stocks one of the best collections of local wines and craft beers in the area – from King Valley, Beechworth…
Original & Authentic Aboriginal Art
Melbourne
For more than 20 years this centrally located gallery has sourced traditional and contemporary Indigenous art from the Central and Western Deserts, the…
Melbourne
Despite its modest size, this independent trader packs a punch. Lose track of time while leafing through local and international fiction and biographies,…
Fitzroy, Collingwood & Abbotsford
This homegrown empire specialises in citrus- and botanical-based aromatic balms, hair masques, scents, cleansers and oils in iconically simple packaging…
Fitzroy, Collingwood & Abbotsford
Japanese design duo Hoshika Oshimie and her sound-artist collaborative partner, Tatsuyoshi Kawabata, have created waves in Melbourne since Hoshinka…
Melbourne
In addition to a range of CD titles and vinyl across all genres, Basement Discs has regular in-store lunchtime performances by big-name touring and local…
Victorian High Country
The studio-cum-gallery-cum-shop of internationally renowned potter John Dermer, Kirby’s Flat Pottery is a great place to pick up affordable, original…
St Kilda, Elwood & Elsternwick
Fancy a shop by the seaside? Take a stroll along St Kilda's Esplanade, where a kilometre of local makers' trestle tables join end to end every Sunday…
Melbourne
In the middle of the action on Sydney Rd, Brunswick Bound is an indie bookstore that also sells vinyl, stationery and jewellery. Admire the counter built…
Melbourne
Head up the narrow stairs to a treasure trove of carefully curated homewares, indoor plants and accessories with a heavy Japanese influence. You'll covet…
Melbourne
This Middle Eastern bakery opened by refugees from the Syrian civil war sells tasty homemade pies and pastries, including a spinach and halloumi pie and…
Victorian High Country
Check out this interesting store for activewear and interesting fashion all designed and manufactured in Bright. Many of the T-shirts, hoodies, shirts and…
Victoria
Owned by a 10th-generation member of the winemarking Portet family, this cellar door and wine shop represents boutique vineyards from across the Peninsula…
Geelong
The sprawling Geelong Vintage Market is set within a historic woollen-mill complex, where you'll find several buildings full of antiques, collectables and…
Warrnambool
The iconic Fletcher Jones clothing factory – recognisable by its 40m-high orb-topped water tower – now houses a sprawling, eclectic mix of collectables…
Melbourne
The signature branch of Victoria's homegrown department-store chain is a heady nine-floor temple to consumerism. There's home entertainment at the top and…
Melbourne
David Jones' vast and glamorous his-and-hers stores face off at each other across Bourke Street Mall. The women's store has women's fashion, accessories,…
Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie & Ice Creamer
Victoria
All of the couverture chocolates, decadently rich brownies and handmade gelato served here are made on site by French and Belgian chocolatiers, Thomas and…
Great Ocean Road
A rambling secondhand bookshop in a building dating from 1852, Paper Nautilus has an excellent selection covering all genres. It's of most interest for…
Melbourne
A curated mix of beautiful, mostly hand-made items from around the globe is stocked at this interesting shop, including earrings, bags and wallets,…
Victoria
Come to this rustic cafe and shop to browse locally produced cheeses, cured meats, olive oils, wines, beers and much more. Buy provisions to take away, or…
Victoria
This great little bookstore stocks a well-sourced range of titles, including lots of international and Australian fiction. There's a large collection of…
Melbourne
Everything is ethically produced, sustainable and animal friendly at this cute little gift shop that sells quirky greeting cards, ceramic planters in the…
Victoria
An initiative to help assimilate Karen refugees who've settled in Nhill, this wonderful little shop sells traditional Karen handwoven striped shawls, bags…
Victoria
This market has a good selection of stalls, selling anything from produce to clothing to art, plus food vans. It's at the Ballarat Showgrounds, 2km north…
Victoria
Operating since 1866, this is a true general store and community hub, offering everything from regional wines and local produce to supermarket-style items…
Phillip Island
The ladies of the local branch of that great institution, the Country Womens Association, sell jams, doilies, knitting, toys and other crafts made with…
Bellarine Peninsula
The small home gallery of local artist Pip Williams features her vibrant lino prints of mostly local scenes, as well as hand-knitted alpaca jumpers,…
Geelong
Fiercely independent, knowledgable staff and a great selection of fiction and non-fiction titles – this is everything a good bookstore should be.
Melbourne
Although you'll spot Gorman – a colourful and sometimes kooky fashion label founded by Australian Lisa Gorman – around Melbourne, this clearance outlet…
Victoria
Drop by to browse new and used vinyl in this cool record store that also stocks an excellent selection of books. There are regular in-store gigs, too;…
Melbourne Region
Based in country Victoria, Creswick Woollen Mills produces gorgeous blankets, throws and quilts using alpaca and lambswool, and also offers a small range…
Great Ocean Road
A big-name surf brand founded in Torquay back in the day, Quiksilver has its main showroom in Torquay, as well as this factory outlet full of bargains.
Fitzroy, Collingwood & Abbotsford
A great place to find mid-century furniture (the occasional Grant Featherston chair), Danish pottery, small design items and lamps of all shades and sizes…
Melbourne
Set over two floors, this large centre offers factory-outlet shopping at its most tempting. Big brands represented include Ben Sherman, Tumi, Lacoste,…
Victorian High Country
This sprawling indoor bazaar features goods imported from around India, North Africa, China and Japan. Its attached Cafe Fez is also worth a look.
Melbourne
Lovely, curated bookish eyrie with a focus on art, architecture, photography, music and underculture. Check it out on your way up to Rooftop Bar.
Melbourne
A fantastic shop attached to NGV International selling a range of beautiful arty books, cards, jewellery and ceramics, apparel and special-edition pieces…
