Must-see shopping in Australia

  • Nimbin Organic Food Co-op

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    This volunteer-run, not-for-profit co-op stocks a range of ethically farmed organic produce from fresh fruit and veg to local honey, vegan ice cream and…

  • Aladdin's Other Cave

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    In a large shed called the Chalet, Aladdin's is a vintage bric-a-brac shop packed with clothing, collectibles, furniture, retro stuff, you name it. Great…

  • On Hampden Creative

    Hobart

    Excellent little two-room Battery Point shop selling little handmade Tasmanian things: jewellery, candles, soaps, scarves and pots of leatherwood honey…

  • 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,…

  • Lismore Organic Market

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Members of the Tweed Richmond Organic Producers' Organisation sell their produce at this weekly market; almost all the produce is from farms not more than…

  • Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets

    Canberra

    The best place in Canberra to pick up fresh fruit and vegetables as well as all other kinds of gourmet goodies, from cheeses and charcuteries to breads…

  • Doongal Aboriginal Art

    Cairns

    Stocks authentic artworks, boomerangs, didgeridoos and other traditional artefacts by local and Central Australian Indigenous artists. Worldwide shipping…

  • Australian Galleries

    Sydney

    Contemporary Australian painting and sculpture for seriously cashed-up collectors; A-list artists have been jostling to hang their wares here for nearly…

  • Despard Gallery

    Hobart

    Top-notch contemporary Tasmanian arts – jewellery, canvases, glassware and ceramics – in a lovely old sandstone building a short stroll from Salamanca…

  • Wagner Contemporary

    Sydney

    The Wagner family are Paddington art royalty, and this smart gallery in the heart of the art quarter has impeccable taste and exciting contemporary…

  • Ariel

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    This well-loved bookstore is an eclectic, savvy place that's particularly good on art and design and is also a fine spot to pick up an offbeat gift for…

  • Embiggen Books

    Melbourne

    This independent bookshop has a focus on popular science and philosophy, but it also stocks an excellent range of general titles. It often hosts author…

  • Cook Street Collective

    Victoria

    Set up by a group of local artists, this art gallery features contemporary paintings and lithographs, sculpture and hand-made jewellery. Everything's for…

  • Bisque Traders

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    A huge old country warehouse stuffed to the rafters with beautiful haute-boho furniture, homewares and clothes as covetable as the lifestyle they suggest.

  • Providore 24

    Tasmania

    Cheeses, oils, wines and other edible goodies that Tasmania has to offer fill this classy gourmet food and homewares store at the top of the main street.

  • Route 66

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    The name says it all. This store has been around for decades, furnishing Sydney with new and pre-owned jeans, cowboy boots and other essential Americana.

  • Baby Likes to Pony

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    Stunning avant-garde lingerie, corsetry and accessories are on offer in this friendly store just off Oxford St where Darlinghurst blends into Paddington.

  • Australian Geographic

    Brisbane

    Stocks everything from Australian-themed calendars and outdoor survival guides, to glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs, telescopes and intelligent games for kids.

  • Palm Cove Markets

    Cairns & Far North Queensland

    Browse more than 130 stalls for local handicrafts, offbeat souvenirs and regional produce. Live entertainment, food stalls and kids' activities to boot.

  • 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.

  • Bangalow Market

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Bangalow heaves during it's monthly market, where you can find incredible local produce, both lovingly and sustainably grown, and some beautiful gifts.

  • Bitten Goodfoods

    Canberra

    Pick up superlative picnicking supplies at this eco-conscious grocer and food store, which also offers excellent prepared meals and green smoothies.

  • Amazing Mill Markets

    Victoria

    A branch of the ever-expanding Mill Market brand, this huge collection of antiques, retro furnishings and knickknacks occupies the old wool sheds.

  • Landspeed Records

    Canberra

    Canberra's best music store by a mile. Buy it, talk it, trade it, live it. Ask about the local scene while you're browsing the new and old vinyl.

  • Mulgara Gallery

    Yulara

    A wide range of quality, handmade Australian arts and crafts are displayed here, such as textiles, paintings and crafty Indigenous knick-knacks.

  • Crystalbrook Marina Market

    Port Douglas

    This fun weekly market on the marina boardwalk features souvenirs, food stalls and live music, but it's pretty soulless and small out of season.

  • Mind Games

    Brisbane

    Intellectual, rainy-day gaming the old-fashioned way: chess, crosswords, Rubik's cubes, mah-jong, Scrabble, 1000-piece jigsaws and much more.

  • Uki Buttery Bazaar Market

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Last of the '70s-style markets is how the locals pitch this monthly event, which has trash and treasure, food stalls and regular live music.

  • Curatoreum

    Canberra

    A lovely gift- and bookshop that's just as well curated as its name would suggest. It's a great place to pick up a unique gift or souvenir.

  • Nightcliff Market

    Darwin

    A popular community market north of the city in the Nightcliff Shopping Centre. You'll find lots of secondhand goods and designer clothing.

  • Berry Country Fair

    South Coast NSW

    Monthly market with 200-plus stalls of arts, crafts and local produce. There are smaller produce markets on the other Sundays of the month.

  • Mullumbimby Community Markets

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    There's everything here from avocados to antiques and aromatherapies. Produce stalls join clothing- and craft-sellers and vintage dealers.

  • Port Douglas Markets

    Port Douglas

    PD's Sunday market is legendary for its locally made crafts and jewellery, healthcare products, local tropical fruits and fresh produce.

  • Lonsdale St Traders

    Canberra

    Find homewares, fashion, jewellery and other lovely things to covet at this small collection of stores in the heart of Braddon.

  • Hobart Book Shop

    Hobart

    Step into the hushed Hobart Book Shop, with its excellent array of reads and dedicated wall full of Tasmanian authorly efforts.

  • Cotters Market

    Townsville

    With around 200 craft and food stalls, as well as live entertainment, it's one of the best weekly markets in north Queensland.

  • Aspects of Kings Park

    Perth

    Australian art, homewares, chunky jewellery and coffee-table books with an emphasis on handcrafted pieces and organic shapes.

  • NT General Store

    Darwin

    This casual, corrugated-iron warehouse has shelves piled high with camping and bushwalking gear, as well as a range of maps.

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