Queenstown
Quirky and eclectic NZ design infused with a healthy dose of contemporary Māori culture.
Must-see shopping in South Island
Nelson
This market is full to bursting with local produce to fill your picnic hamper.
Queenstown
Interesting and varied collection of NZ books, fiction and quality vinyl.
Christchurch & Canterbury
A sweet, well-curated bookshop offering both new and secondhand titles.
Christchurch
Allegedly the South Island's largest outdoor market, this 300-stall extravaganza offers fresh produce, flowers, handicrafts, clothing, bric-a-brac and…
Dunedin & Otago
Behind a set of fake heritage shopfronts, Riverstone Country is literally packed to the rafters with gifts, crafts, homewares, fake flowers, garden…
Christchurch
Within walking distance of the CBD, this hip little mall is home to a few interesting, independent shops, an art-house cinema and a range of culinary…
Christchurch
Opened in 2017, this shiny complex fronting the Cashel St pedestrian mall is home to all manner of local and international retailers. There's also a good…
The West Coast
More compelling than the average Kiwiana souvenir shop, Santana sells possum and merino blend gloves, scarves and other fuzzy-warm clothing, along with…
Central Otago
This former butcher's shop stocks a selection of award-winning local wines, many of which you won’t find anywhere else. There are also plenty of Central…
Queenstown
Grab a uniquely Kiwi hand-screened T-shirt, hoodie or cap, or create your own design as a wearable souvenir of the time you bungy jumped, mountain biked…
The West Coast
If you like your greenstone art and jewellery with a side-order of spirituality, the lustrous pounamu carved by local artist Rex Scott will leave you…
South Coast Environment Centre
Fiordland & Southland
The volunteer-run South Coast Environment Centre has a good range of organic fruit, vegies and store-cupboard supplies, along with homemade jams and other…
The West Coast
Treat yourself to a slice of Alice’s handmade fudge, real fruit ice cream or a bag of boiled lollies – or maybe all three. A slice of fudge costs around …
The West Coast
Aden Hoglund carves traditional and modern Māori pieces from local stone; will make to order. For opening times, ring ahead or look for the roadside open…
Queenstown
This warren-like store is something of a bazaar of outdoors gear, with everything you might need for backcountry skiing, climbing, snowboarding or hiking.
Fiordland & Southland
Founded on the island but now produced on the mainland, Glowing Sky mainly sells merino clothing and New Zealand-designed jewellery.
University of Otago Visitor Centre
Dunedin
Buy University of Otago merch at this visitor centre. It also sells self-guided tour maps of the university ($1).
Greymouth
Camping equipment, fishing gear and sportswear are among the many products on sale in Greymouth's superstore.
Christchurch
This independently owned chain of shops stocks a great range of outdoor equipment and clothing.
Te Anau
Tramping and camping equipment for sale or hire, plus bike rental (half/full day $30/50).
Fiordland & Southland
Sells everything from maps and boots to sleeping bags and dried food.
Christchurch & Canterbury
For tramping, camping and outdoor supplies, gear and advice.
Christchurch
The most convenient of the city's suburban megamalls, Westfield houses the usual selection of chain stores. There's also a cinema, supermarket and stacks…
Queenstown
A well-known, NZ-founded chain selling tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, active footwear and adventure clothing.
Nelson Region
Locally owned shop stocking sports, camping and hiking equipment. Also hires out and services bikes.
Marlborough Region
Good local sports shop stocking a selection of camping, hiking and fishing gear.
