Queenstown
Occupying an attractive 1863-built Freemason's Hall on the lakefront, Artbay is always an interesting place to peruse, even if you don't have $10,000 to…
Must-see shopping in Australia & Pacific
Warrnambool
The iconic Fletcher Jones clothing factory – recognisable by its 40m-high orb-topped water tower – now houses a sprawling, eclectic mix of collectables…
The Whitsundays
Styling itself 'The Jewel and Pressie Palace of ProsVegas' (non-Australians note: 'pressie' = present; 'ProsVegas' = Proserpine), Colour Me Crazy is an…
Auckland
Held in the car park between the Manukau Polytech and the Ōtara town centre, this market has a palpable Polynesian atmosphere and is good for South…
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,…
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…
Byron Bay
Byron's only record shop comes stocked with a well-curated selection of vinyl, is staffed by passionate music fans and also doubles as a live-music venue…
Sydney
The small flagship shop of this Sydney ceramics brand whose single-colour creations have achieved notable worldwide success is a sweet place. You can even…
Launceston
The future of Tasmanian wine may be sparkling whites, but pinot noir is where it's at today. This boutique bottle shop specialises in the latter, plus…
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…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
Since 1964 this funky institution in the seamy lower reaches of Riley St has been pumping out quality. James Gleeson, Ken Whisson, Tony Tuckson and…
Canberra
A carefully curated selection of vintage fashion is on offer at this tiny shop, tucked away at the back of the small retail space at 27 Lonsdale. If you…
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…
Mid-North Coast
Located in the historic Hammond and Wheatley building, a grand old country figure dating from 1909, this beautifully presented boutique has a wide range…
Hobart
We love a good secondhand bookshop (and don't care if the spines are cracked, absent or otherwise). This one is hidden up some steps at the back of a…
Launceston
Super-chef Daniel Alps has set up this smart providore where you can buy his restaurant-quality meals to take home and adore. Classy cakes, cheeses, meats…
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…
Alice Springs
If you’re keen to tackle part of the Larapinta Trail but don’t have your own equipment, Lone Dingo Adventure can put together packs of camping and hiking…
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Gallery-shop showcasing 100% Raglan artists with everything from music CDs and mixed-media pieces through to retro Kiwiana-inspired work. It’s also a good…
Sydney
One of Sydney’s best bargain-hunter markets, with very few tourists. Sift through antiques, collectibles, hippie jewellery, vintage clothes, plants, books…
Tasmania
Housed in the 1911 town hall building, this community shop sells items hand made by members of the local community. You'll find knitting, jams, embroidery…
Brisbane
An iconic manufacturer of stylish Aussie bush/farm gear, RM Williams stocks high-quality leather boots, hats, oilskin jackets, belts, jumpers and shirts:…
Whanganui River Traders & Farmers Market
Whanganui
Spend Saturday morning at the River Traders Market (by the river), which is crammed with local arts and crafts. The Whanganui Farmers Market runs…
Newtown & the Inner West
Beautiful designer furniture and homewares are created from repurposed wood at this striking historic warehouse space. It's well worth a browse and there…
Adelaide Hills
What a surprise! This compact village bookshop is just as good as anything down the freeway in Adelaide, with an especially good range of kids’, gardening…
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…
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…
Canberra
This excellent Italian deli and grocery store claims to have the largest selection of cheeses in Canberra: and we believe it. You can also stock up on…
Adelaide
Kids’ clothes, fashion, arts, crafts, buskers and general commercial hubbub consume an old redbrick dairy building at the Adelaide Showgrounds. A…
Glenorchy
A wee little tin shed that's a cut above a standard souvenir store, Made in Glenorchy sells Glenorchy-specific T-shirts designed and printed on-site as…
West Coast Australia
Eclectic gift shop selling natural soaps, stationery and unique jewellery – plus colourful locally published books, specialising in children's titles. It…
Sydney
This small market is set in the shady grounds of St Andrews Congregational Church. Stalls sell arts, crafts, books, clothing, jewellery, plants, and fruit…
Darwin
An extraordinary range of fabrics designed and made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders crowd this CBD shop. There's a good mix of finished articles…
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…
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…
Christchurch
A well-established Christchurch independent bookstore, Scorpio Books relocated post-earthquake to this modern central city location after several years in…
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…
Nelson Region
An endearing blend of microdeli and cafe (stocking scrumptious local jam), with a gallery and gift shop on the side. Cute cards and compact souvenirs are…
Sydney
Selling boardies, bikinis, sunnies, shoes, watches, tees…even luggage – Bondi's coolest surf shop has just about everything the stylish surfer's heart…
Newtown & the Inner West
The best of the west: Sydney's bohemian inner-city contingent beats a course to this crowded retro-chic market. There are some great handicrafts and…
