Uma mistura vibrante de culturas, séculos de história e inúmeras oportunidades de barganha tornam a experiência de compras no Queen Victoria Market tão inesquecível quanto o próprio ponto de referência. O maior mercado ao ar livre ao sul do equador oferece de tudo, desde carne, peixe e produtos agrícolas até aromaterapia, roupas e artesanato. Palestras regulares dos principais chefs e visitas ao mercado também estão disponíveis. Construído em 1878, o Queen Victoria Market é composto por vários edifícios históricos confidenciais.
The Rose Street Artists' Market is a unique concept of giving budding artists an outlet to showcase their work. It is regarded as a hidden treasure by the people of Melbourne. The work found on this street has impressed many. You may find a lot of unusual stuff, like furniture designs, fashion ensembles, intricate jewelry or paintings. Over 600 individuals sell their work here. They have developed this unique concept of having numerous displays and artists, where you can meet each one individually and buy their stuff. The market also features live entertainment for visitors.
Just when Melburnians thought Chadstone could not get any bigger, a new extension opened. Soon a compass and day-pack will be needed when venturing through the doors! Featuring Myer and David Jones department stores, Target, K-mart, Coles/Bi-Lo Mega Fresh supermarket and hundreds of specialty stores. Wonderful restaurants and food courts are featured throughout, and the Food Glorious Food hall at David Jones is a purely indulgent experience. A stylish, refurbished 16 cinema movie complex featuring state of the art Cinemaxx technology and a bowling alley.
Located at the entrance to the Art District of Melbourne, Southgate is a shopping center which incorporates the arts culture of its surroundings to offer a unique experience in shopping and entertainment. The shopping center has a number of temporary and permanent art installations including the sculpture of Riverside Corolla in the atrium, the Be Free street art installation and the mosaic of Ophelia near the entrance. Several cultural events are also organized here from time to time. A wide variety of restaurants and cafes can be found here as well as a food court by the river which gets stunning views of the city skyline. All in all, the precinct provides the perfect introduction to the vibrant art district.
The warehouse setting of Signet Bureau at the Fitzroy suburb of Melbourne welcomes visitors to its humble collection of dresses and shoes. Stacking an in-depth collection of few brands, rather than an assortment of many, is the philosophy with which the store runs. Indeed, there are only 3 labels on store, two of those, Ess. Laboratory and Munk, hold womens' clothing while Preston Zly is chosen for its collection of shoes. The collection of clothes and shoes are designed for casual as well as formal outings. Providing impetus to relatively modest designers, often such stores end up having something unique time and again.
Moonee Ponds Antiques is a wonderful spot for those interested in period furniture and decorative elements. You will find an impressive collection of furniture from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, including French antiques and art deco pieces. Elegant china ware, lovely artworks and collectibles are also included in their inventory. Check out this store that has an industrial look to it to accentuate their antiques. Their collection regularly changes and they can arrange for a delivery anywhere in Australia.
Lionel Meerkin is a traditional, older style menswear store. Its range of clothing is conservative and tasteful. You will find weekend casuals and a full range of sportswear with top brands such as Pringle, Nautica Sportswear, and Flair. Suits run the gamut of styles from lounge, single and double breasted business, to tuxedos and formal wear. They also stock underwear and socks, silk ties, knitwear and elegant accessories. At the back of the store is a traditional barber. This is the perfect place to shop for quality menswear and old-fashioned service.
This little shop in the busy Walk Arcade is always worth a visit, especially if you are after a bargain. There is not a lot of room to move between the over stacked racks of clothes that spill out into the arcade but the hunt can be sweetly rewarding. Glad 2b Kids stocks popular baby and children's brands such as Oshkosh, Marquise, Bonds and Papoose as well as their own brand. Sizes range from newborn to primary school age and it is usually possible to pick up current season garments on special. There is also a small choice of accessories and gift items.
This cozy shop carries an excellent mix of styles. You will find gorgeous special occasion hats from flamboyant and outrageous to restrained and elegant. It also stocks a great range of smart casual hats for everyday wear. There are comfortable, practical and sensible styles for winter and summer. Fine plaited raffia sun hats can be trimmed to your taste with scarves, ribbons, flowers and hatpins. Check website for more information.
Be dazzled by the world of opals! These gemstones are actually a form of silica with varying amounts of water content, which give them their characteristic rainbow-like play of colors. For an authentic Australian souvenir that will last forever, you cannot go past these beautiful stones. Ashley Opal Jewellers has a great selection of fine opals and opal jewelry as well as Argyle diamonds and Australian South Sea pearls. Purchases for foreign travelers are tax-free.
Unlike many of the hip, modern boutiques and eateries scattered around the Brunswick Street area, Gregory's is as old fashioned as its merchandise. It is dark, dusty and filled with little bits and pieces from various eras, from light fittings to knick-knacks to small furniture such as side tables. It is definitely worth a look for more compact pieces, rather than the bulkier furniture items that predominate in many other antique stores.
Located in the heart of the backpacker district of Little Bourke Street and Hardware Street, with its concentration of outdoor stores and travel agents, this shop sells, buys and trades a range of camping and hiking equipment. Downstairs there is the usual range of tents, cold weather gear and Swiss army knives but upstairs plays host to a more exotic collection of weapons and camouflages in what is claimed to be Australia's biggest range of military and law enforcement equipment and accessories. So go and knock yourself out!