Viaduct Harbour & Wynyard Quarter
Tucked away behind the Viaduct Harbour restaurant strip, Kura is a good place to find art, crafts and design from Māori artists. Works for sale include…
Viaduct Harbour & Wynyard Quarter
Tucked away behind the Viaduct Harbour restaurant strip, Kura is a good place to find art, crafts and design from Māori artists. Works for sale include…
Palmerston North
An excellent independent bookshop, with classical music and serene, intelligent vibes. Pick up that guide to NZ craft beer you've been looking for and…
Parnell & Newmarket
An excellent showcase of work by NZ artists and designers, including prints, paintings, ceramics, jewellery and homewares. Many of the items for sale…
The Wairarapa
A cute old-fashioned shop for a cute old-fashioned town, Imperial sells beautiful rendered traditional toy soldiers and other figurines. Keep an eye out…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
On of the shopping highlights of Mt Eden Village is this excellent independent bookshop with a broad selection of NZ-themed books. Check out its always…
City Centre & Britomart
Iconic NZ label much sought after by local and international celebs. Also in Ponsonby and Parnell.
Hastings & Around
Pick your own berries in season (late November to April), or visit year-round for organic produce from local fields, plus coffee and real fruit ice cream …
Wellington
Contemporary, edgy and progressive Māori and NZ art: paintings, carvings, ceramics, jewellery and sculpture. A gorgeous gallery – come for a look even if…
Wellington
There's goodness by the bucketload here, from the charmingly OTT staff through to lovely NZ jewellery, nail polish, belts, shoes, jeans and dresses from…
Auckland
This large, popular market has a strong Asian and Polynesian atmosphere and is excellent for fresh produce. Take the train from Britomart station to…
Wellington
Beyond the best-dressed window in NZ (since 1985) you'll find off-the-rack and vintage clothing (punk, skate, Western and mod), plus shoes and accessories.
Bay of Islands
Sample a chocolate in the shop while watching the artisans at work through the factory window. There's also a cafe attached, selling pastries and gelato.
New Plymouth
From waterproof clothing and solid hiking shoes to sleeping bags and hiking accessories, you're probably already familiar with Kathmandu for good reason.
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Vintage apparel, art and design from NZ craftspeople and good coffee make this raffish market a highlight of exploring Karangahape Rd's bohemian scene.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
World famous in Raglan since 1973, Soul Shoes’ range of handmade leather footwear has been joined by equally cool satchels, backpacks and bags.
Hastings & Around
If you're awake on Sunday morning, the Hawke's Bay market at Hastings is mandatory. Bring an empty stomach, some cash and a roomy shopping bag.
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Sells an excellent selection of arts, crafts, foodstuffs and homewares from local NZ designers. Also an interesting array of vintage clothing.
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Designed by Liz and Neville Findlay, the iconic Zambesi label offers sought-after NZ clothing coveted by both locals and internationals.
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This eclectic showcase for the island's artsy fraternity sells everything from paintings and sculpture to handmade soap and local honey.
Taupo
Ginormous sporting and equipment store selling everything you need for cycling, motorbiking, snow sports, camping, tramping and more.
Wellington
Your one-stop-shop for stuffed bats, Jesus terrariums, monkey skulls, rabbit feet, art books and kooky gifts for 'house and homme'.
City Centre & Britomart
Quality, NZ-made men's tailored shirts straight out of Blue Hawaii sit alongside hipster hats, sharp shoes and cufflinks.
Parnell & Newmarket
One of NZ's most respected designers, Kate Sylvester's playful and stylish designs often feature interesting and vibrant fabrics.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Subtle and natural colours and a mix of rustic and more modern designs feature at this store and workshop at Raglan Wharf.
Napier
Score some superfresh local produce: fruit, vegies, bread, coffee, dairy products, honey, wine… Who needs supermarkets?
Parnell & Newmarket
One of the most famous fashion labels to come out of NZ, and much sought after by local and international celebs.
Parnell & Newmarket
Stylish technical apparel and streetwear from a hip NZ company with its roots in snowboarding and skateboarding.
Bay of Islands
Off the beaten track along a bamboo-lined lane, this tiny stylish gallery sells unique jewellery, art and gifts.
Coromandel Peninsula
On Saturday mornings the Grahamstown Thames market fills the street with organic produce and handicrafts.
The Far North
Pasifika- and Māori-inflected craft, jewellery and gifts, including items made of flax, wood and shell.
Parnell & Newmarket
Auckland's newest and most upmarket mall features rooftop dining and a good food court.
New Plymouth
Visit to start your Taranaki tramp prepared with camping and tramping gear galore.
The Far North
This co-op gallery showcases Far North artists in a historic courthouse building.
Bay of Islands & Northland
Waterfront co-op store and gallery representing over 100 Northland artisans.
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Join Madonna and Kirsten Dunst in wearing Walker’s cool (but pricey) threads. The surrounding Ponsonby Rd area has excellent cafes and restaurants.
Palmerston North
Every Friday in rain, hail or shine, Manchester Sq in Feilding (19km north of downtown Palmy) comes alive with local produce. In summer there are over 40…
Taupo
On site at Shooters Golf Range, this hidden gem roasts coffee, sells Belgian hot chocolate and makes truffles using Barry Callebaut chocolate and local NZ…
Palmerston North
Three friends started Pork Chop Hill, inspired by the landmark on the cliffs above Manawatu River where locals grew up misbehaving. The T-shirts pay…