Must-see shopping in Western Australia

  • Bush Blossom Gallery

    Western Australia

    This terrific gallery of Aboriginal art stocks works by Ngaatjatjarra, Wongkathja and other regional artists, including some internationally renowned…

  • Karnpi Designs Art Gallery

    Southern WA

    Desert reds and ochres meet ocean blues in the stunning Aboriginal artworks displayed at this gallery by the likes of award-winning artist Sophia Ovens,…

  • Wirnda Barna Art Gallery

    Western Australia

    This Aboriginal gallery is a great place to catch local Badimaya and Wajarri artists at work and to purchase an artwork or two. Opening hours are…

  • Tjukurba Art Gallery

    Western Australia

    This fantastic gallery showcases the works of Birriliburu artists, who draw inspiration from the Canning Stock Route and their own rich personal histories…

  • Yamaji Art

    West Coast Australia

    This Aboriginal-owned and -operated art gallery is a terrific place to learn about Wajarri, Noongar, Badimaya, Wilunyu and other regional art, ranging…

  • Yinjaa-Barndi Gallery

    West Coast Australia

    Stop by this Aboriginal-run gallery to see gifted Millstream artists at work and to purchase some striking art. Pilbara art is renowned for its bold,…

  • Laverton Outback Gallery

    Western Australia

    A great place to purchase artwork by the Wongi people of the northeastern goldfields. Necklaces, woomera (spear throwers), painted wooden emu eggs,…

  • Made in Meeka

    Western Australia

    Run by Anna who stopped in Meeka for a drink years ago and never left, this is the kind of shop you wander into for five minutes, only to emerge three…

  • Spinifex Hill Studios

    West Coast Australia

    Aboriginal art from Port Hedland and a considerable range of styles from Noongar, Banjima, Innawongka, Martu, Kariyarra, Nyiyaparli and Yamatji cultural…

  • South Coast Woodwork Gallery

    Albany

    If you believe that everything useful should also be beautiful, you'll find plenty of fine handcrafted kitchen utensils to captivate you here. More high…

  • Butter Factory Studios & Gallery

    Southern WA

    Run by a local collective of women artists, this is a terrific place to pick up some fine handcrafted wooden utensils, beautiful ceramics, paintings,…

  • Goldfields Aboriginal Art Gallery

    Western Australia

    Don Green is a well-known figure in Kalgoorlie and his collection of Aboriginal art from all over the region is extensive. Also sold are boomerangs …

  • Mount Romance Sandalwood Factory

    Albany

    Some 8km north of town, just past the airport, Australia's largest sandalwood factory welcomes you into its sweet-scented depths. Learn about its…

  • Chunky Timber Co

    Western Australia

    Kim 'Chunky' Gent has been turning chunks of reclaimed Goldfields hardwoods into beautiful, functional pieces for over 20 years. Don't leave without a…

  • Mermaid Leather

    Southern WA

    Exquisite wallets, purses and handbags, sustainably made from fish leather that would otherwise be scrapped by the fishing industry. Designer happy to…

  • Magabala Books

    Broome

    Brilliant Indigenous publishers showcasing Kimberley storytelling with a selection of novels, social history books, biographies and children’s literature.

  • Kimberley Bookshop

    Broome

    Extensive range of books on Broome and the Kimberley for every age group.

  • William Topp interior and wares, Northbridge.

    William Topp

    Perth

    Cool designer knick-knacks, one-off finds, handmade ceramics and framed tea towels. If you need a quirky gift, this is your spot.

  • MANY 2.0

    Fremantle

    Curated works handmade by young, local designers with a distinctly boho vibe fill the space known as MANY 2.0. Typically Fremantle, it marries creativity…

  • Geordie Bay General Store

    Rottnest Island

    Mostly servicing the cottages arcing around Geordie Bay and Longreach Bay, this handy little supermarket sells essential edibles and booze. There's a day…

  • New Edition

    Fremantle

    Celebrating a sunny corner location for the past 30 years, this bookworm's dream has comfy armchairs for browsing, and a superb collection of Australian…

  • Meleah Farrell Photography Gallery

    Southern WA

    Some 31km east of Denmark, Meleah Farrell is an unconventional photography artist who experiments with abstract images and transfers her photos onto stone…

  • Providore

    West Coast Australia

    Voted one of Australia's Top 100 Gourmet Experiences by Australian Traveller magazine – given its amazing range of artisan produce, including organic…

  • Didgeridoo Breath

    Fremantle

    The planet's biggest selection of didjeridus, Aboriginal Australian books and CDs, and how-to-play lessons ranging from one hour to four weeks. You'll…

  • Wild Eyed

    West Coast Australia

    Eclectic gift shop selling natural soaps, stationery and unique jewellery – plus colourful locally published books, specialising in children's titles. It…

  • Mandjar Markets

    West Coast Australia

    Just south of the visitor centre, Manduarah's crafty Sunday-morning market is a buzzy scene, with everything from pottery and photography to homemade food…

  • Karl Monaghan Photo Gallery

    West Coast Australia

    Local photographer Karl specialises in stunning aerial photography of the surrounding region and beyond. Come here for prints of the Abrolhos Islands,…

  • Latitude Gallery

    West Coast Australia

    Sells a striking range of pearl jewellery, designed by Pia Boschetti, much of it made with the pearls that she herself farms on the nearby Houtman…

  • Common Ground Collective

    Fremantle

    An eclectic showcase of jewellery, apparel and design, much of it limited edition and mainly from local Fremantle artisans and designers. The coffee at…

  • Torbay Glass Studio

    Southern WA

    This airy gallery-cum-studio, some 32km east of Denmark, showcases beautiful handcrafted glasswork pieces by artists Mark and Paris – from abstract…

  • Future Shelter

    Perth

    Quirky clothing, gifts and homewares designed and manufactured locally. Surrounding Angove St is an emerging hip North Perth neighbourhood with other…

  • Mills Records

    Fremantle

    Music, including some rarities (on vinyl and CD); instruments from harmonicas to acoustic guitars; and concert tickets. Check out the 'Local's Board' for…

  • Rottnest General Store

    Rottnest Island

    Rotto's central general store is a small supermarket and liquor store, doing a roaring trade in ice creams, cold beer and fishing tackle. Deliveries…

  • Margaret River Artisan Store

    Margaret River

    Clothing, design and arts and crafts all feature at this eclectic shop where the majority of items are sourced from local Margaret River designers,…

  • Found

    Fremantle

    The Fremantle Arts Centre shop stocks an inspiring range of WA art and craft, from textiles and jewellery to prints and woodwork.

  • Japingka

    Fremantle

    Specialising in ethical Aboriginal fine art from WA and beyond. Purchases come complete with extensive notes about the works and the artists who created…

  • Mossenson Galleries – Indigenart

    Perth

    Serious Aboriginal art from around Australia but with a focus on WA artists. Works include weavings, paintings on canvas, bark and paper, and sculpture.

  • Ningaloo Kite & Board

    Exmouth

    New and secondhand kites, full beginners' kits and lots of local info from these experts, who also rent out fully stocked campervans.