Must-see shopping in Wellington

  • Unity Books

    Wellington

    Sets the standard for every bookshop in the land, with dedicated NZ tables piled high, plus regular book launches, author readings and literary events. We…

  • Slow Boat Records

    Wellington

    Country, folk, pop, indie, metal, blues, soul, rock, Hawaiian nose-flute music – it's all here at Slow Boat, Wellington's long-running music shop and Cuba…

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    Mandatory

    Wellington

    Fancy duds for dudes: great service and sharp tailoring for the capital's cool cats.

  • Moore Wilson's

    Wellington

    A call-out to self-caterers: this positively swoon-inducing grocer is one of NZ's most committed supporters of independently produced and artisanal…

  • Underground Market

    Wellington

    On Saturday mornings (and the occasional Sunday) the car park under Frank Kitts Park is filled with stalls selling interesting craft, artsy gifts, clothes…

  • Harbourside Market

    Wellington

    Around 25,000 locals visit this market every Sunday, shopping for everything from a jar of raspberry jam to an heirloom carrot, paleo sourdough loaf,…

  • Bello

    Wellington

    A sweet little boutique full of gorgeous things – not least of which are the charming staff, who will point you in the direction of designer Euro…

  • Wellington Night Market

    Wellington

    Nocturnal fun and games on Cuba St, with international foods aplenty and more buskers and performers than you have eyes and ears. On Saturdays it moves a…

  • Kura

    Wellington

    Contemporary, edgy and progressive Māori and NZ art: paintings, carvings, ceramics, jewellery and sculpture. A gorgeous gallery – come for a look even if…

  • Goodness

    Wellington

    There's goodness by the bucketload here, from the charmingly OTT staff through to lovely NZ jewellery, nail polish, belts, shoes, jeans and dresses from…

  • Hunters & Collectors

    Wellington

    Beyond the best-dressed window in NZ (since 1985) you'll find off-the-rack and vintage clothing (punk, skate, Western and mod), plus shoes and accessories.

  • Brown & Co

    Wellington

    Your one-stop-shop for stuffed bats, Jesus terrariums, monkey skulls, rabbit feet, art books and kooky gifts for 'house and homme'.

  • Old Bank

    Wellington

    This dear old building on a wedge-shaped city site is home to an arcade of indulgent, high-end shops, predominantly jewellers, salons and boutiques, plus…

  • David Jones

    Wellington

    Established in 1863 this was Kirkcaldie & Stains, New Zealand’s answer to Harrods, until 2016. Now it's an outpost of the popular Australian brand. Bring…

  • Ora Gallery

    Wellington

    Fresh, bold, bright contemporary Kiwi art including sculptures, weavings, glass, photography, prints and beautiful jewellery; gifts for someone who's…

  • Regional Wines & Spirits

    Wellington

    These guys offer a bamboozling selection of bevvies: fill a flagon or grab a bottle of wine for lunch/dinner/breakfast.

  • Vault

    Wellington

    Exquisite jewellery, clothing, bags, ceramics, cosmetics – a lovely shop with lots of beautiful NZ-made things.

  • Bivouac Outdoor

    Wellington

    The best of the outdoor shops around Wellington, staffed by people who know because they go.