Newcastle

Hunter Street offers a combination of shopping, dining and entertainment right in the heart of the city. This is where you find the David Jones’ Department Store, hundreds of speciality shops, and great lunch options. Hunter Street also has a number of antique outlets to choose from.

At the Newcastle Farmers Markets, all visitors can choose from a vast range of locally produced food. Walk around the stalls and look at the variety of natural produce picked from local gardens. Here you can also find arts and crafts, clothes, pottery and fashion accessories.

Whether you’re after some new furniture or just like checking out the latest trends in interior design, Darby Street is worth a visit. The boutiques and designer stores will warm the hearts of decoration buffs and home accessory lovers. You'll also find small fashion labels, vintage clothes and artisanal chocolates here. Rest your feet from a long day of shopping in one of the many cafés nearby and recharge your batteries.

In the heart of Newcastle you can find one of the most popular shopping centres in the area. Step in to buy something that makes life a little more fun or enjoy a whole day of shopping in the mall and its surroundings. A number of brand stores and speciality shops await you here.

Conveniently located on Hunter Street, The Book Grocer offers a brilliant variety of books at a fair price. Jump on their website and find your books, then they can be sent out to the store free of charge or even sent to the address you wish. Their special feature is $100 Bargain Boxes — bundles of books organised by topic or genre that are not only great value for money, but also give you an excellent way to pick up books you would otherwise miss.

There’s almost nothing you can’t get at Adamstown Sunday Markets. From second hand bric-a-brac to antiques and a number of food stalls, this place has everything for an exciting shopping stroll. Mind that the place can get quite crowded on sunny days, so make sure to come early.

Over 100 stalls of local designers and craft artists can be found at this charming market in the heart of Newcastle. Drop by to get a unique souvenir and support the local craft scene by purchasing ceramics, knitted clothes or home accessories. You won’t leave here empty handed. Check their website for dates and hours.

Want to take a quick shopping trip? Drop by Charlestown Square. Here you will find supermarkets, fresh fruit, bakeries as well as hairdressers, pharmacies and clothing stores. If you’re not in a hurry, stay a little longer for the gaming arcade and the pin bowling.

Art Bazaars are regularly held at various places around Newcastle. The events are organised by the Hunter Arts Network, a non-profit community that aims to support local artists and young talents. Next to handcrafted goods, paintings and sculptures there are food and refreshments on offer.