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The ultimate shopping guide to Melbourne

Get your wallet ready – Melbourne's got some of the best retail therapy destinations around

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Loosen your purse strings and wander Melbourne's streets for a spot of retail therapy. From vintage treasures and sale outlets, to artisan goods and gourmet pantry goods, there's plenty of great shops to throw a credit card at. For more ways to treat yourself, check out the best spas and bath houses in Melbourne.  

Inner-city shopping

Shopper's guide to Carlton

Shopper's guide to Carlton

While Carlton's better known for its restaurants, the suburb is also a decent spot for some retail therapy.

Shopper’s guide to Smith Street

Shopper’s guide to Smith Street

Visit a five-star butcher, buy a good bottle of vino, or get some vintage threads, there are plenty of place to swipe your card on Smith St. 

Melbourne's best markets

Melbourne's best markets

From organic produce to arts and crafts, there's a Melbourne market happening near you this weekend.

Weird and wonderful shops

Weird and wonderful shops

Finding the right gift for that one-of-a-kind friend can be a challenge, but never fear: we’re here to help.

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