When its spring time in Australia, you know that you need to pack your bags and head to the shopping haven Australia because the weather is warm and welcoming and prices are low. The country offers vast array of boutiques, malls, stores and consignment stores, etc. Shopping in Australia isn’t a time-pass activity; it is a part of Australian culture. People enjoy buying stuff and love to roam around shopping malls to get their fashion fix. To help you out before your next visit, we are listing the top five destinations to shop in Australia.
1. Sydney
While in Australia, Sydney is the real deal for shopping. It is Australia’s biggest and most advanced city offering hordes of interesting sites to visit and of course versatile range of shopping centers and markets. You won’t believe but Sydney has whole shopping districts dedicated to serving shopaholics. Pitt Street Mall is the most popular destination for shopping. It is a pedestrian shopping street where you can shop without worrying about or getting distracted by the traffic. This area features various big-sized and medium-sized shopping malls and hundreds of stores can be visited in one trip. Some other key destinations include Strand Arcade, Skygarden and Mid City. You may also make use of Sydney’s weekend markets to find affordable vintage clothing.
2. Melbourne
Melbourne can be labeled as the fashion capital of Australia. Be prepared to be vowed while you head to Melbourne. Shopping in Melbourne is such an enjoyment in itself because at every nook and corner you will find an excellent café, a snack bar or bakery. There are two key shopping hubs in Melbourne namely Chapel Street and Bridge Road, where you can find almost every brand and designer label. But, the treasure lies at the sidetracks where secondhand shops, Melbourne warehouses and vintage stores are in abundance. From cosmetics to furniture everything can be bought at lowest rates off the roads.
3. Adelaide
Adelaide is the country’s southern capital and an amazing destination to visit especially to shop. Over 600 stores are located at the pedestrianized Rundle Mall only. It is the city’s shopping hub and everything from local goods to major international brands can be found here. However, the real catch is the famous, double storey Antique Market where you can buy breathtaking vintage jewelry, souvenirs and clothing at nominal rates.
4. Brisbane
When in Brisbane all you need to do to satisfy your shopping craving is head to Queen Street mall. It is no ordinary street since it features various shopping centers like the world famous Brisbane Arcade and Myer Center. You can please your inherent fashion aficionado by visiting the Wintergarden and Broadway on the Mall. Queen plaza is ideal for high-end shopping lovers with wide range of exclusive clothing brands from known and emerging designers and concept stores. Don’t forget to visit the Elizabeth Arcade and James Street too.
5. Perth
Perth is ideal for shopaholics as there is a range of fully facilitated shopping malls at every part and corner of the city. King Street features all popular brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, etc. To shop for unique souvenirs visit Mount Lawley, which is a great alternative to suburban mall as it offers amazing array of boutiques along with a traditional pub, numerous cafes and book stores.
