Shop till you Drop

The city's central business district is a fantastic place for retail therapy, where you will find everything from the chic and trendy designer labels showcasing the finest from Donna Karan, Versace, DKNY and Hugo Boss, through to the massive variety of the large department stores - Myer & David Jones.

Explore the magical labyrinth of laneways and arcades offering unique specialty stores selling everything from South Australian Opals & Argyle Diamonds to music, books, pens, stamps and maps.

If you want shopping with attitude, experience the boistrous boom of market traders and the hustle and bustle of over 130,000 weekly shoppers at Queen Victoria Market, the biggest and oldest market housing 1000's of stalls ranging from fresh produce, clothing, homewares and souvenirs.

From as little as 20 minute tram or bus trip out of the CDB, you can discover some of Melbourne's popular precincts, offering a totally different & unique shopping experience. Check out the chic, trendy and ultra hip Chapel St in South Yarra, or grab a bargain at factory outlet heaven in Richmond, find retro home wares, funky shops and eclectic jewellery down Brunswick Street in Fitzroy.

When you can't shop anymore, re-charge your batteries with some of the tastiest, pastries, cakes and coffee in one of the street side cafes around any and every corner.

As a Guide:

• Most shops are open 7 days
• Sunday to Wednesday: 10.00am - 6.00pm
• Thursday: 10.00am - 7.00pm
• Friday: 10.00am - 9.00pm