Queenstown Shopping
Queenstown is a hugely popular New Zealand destination for skiing, jetboating and bungee jumping. Beyond its adrenaline-pumping activities, this Adventure Capital is also a haven for indulgent shopping experiences.
If you’re up for a spot of shopping in Queenstown on your next holiday, you’ll find a unique mix of boutique shops and international-brand stores waiting to be discovered. Along with its neighbouring towns, the lakeside locale has built up an impressive variety of shops over recent decades. Dedicate a day or night to perusing the wares on offer, and you’ll leave Queenstown with some exquisite mementoes of your stay in New Zealand’s deep south.
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Queenstown Central Lakefront Shopping
Start your Queenstown shopping journey at the heart of the city, where you’ll discover art galleries, souvenir shops and fashion stores galore. This popular hub is a great place to scour for a New Zealand gift to bring back home. Better yet, with so many shops located on the stunning Queenstown lakefront, you can saunter from store to store with the backdrop of the beautiful mountain ranges that border Lake Wakatipu.
Shops along Shotover Street tend to close late, meaning you can easily grab food for dinner on your way back to your accommodation. You can conveniently buy anything you need by walking down the street—whether that’s ski clothing at Outside Sports, shoes from Platypus or a gift for the family at Aotea Gifts.
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Queenstown Mall Destinations
O’Connells Shopping Mall
O’Connells is your go-to Queenstown shopping centre for luxury brands, health products and jewellery. At the corner of Camp and Beach Streets, you can uncover the highest quality clothes and footwear in this multi-storey retail complex. The O’Connells shopping mall remains open until 9 pm every day, making it one of the best places for late-night shopping in Queenstown.
Queenstown Central Shopping Centre
Located in Frankton, the Queenstown Central Shopping Centre is just a two-minute drive from Queenstown Airport. Here, you’ll find parking, places to stay, and over 40 different stores under one roof. Boasting a diverse array of essential grocery and retail shops, this shopping centre offers a compelling blend of local boutiques and renowned international brands on sale.
Remarkables Park Town Centre
Located nearby on Hawthorne Drive is a newly established prime shopping location. Browse the clothing stores, get a haircut, join a Pilates class, enjoy a massage or grab a bargain at an op-shop. With free parking, EV charging stations, an outdoor playground and eateries — what’s not to like?
Local Handmade Goods at Queenstown Markets
Creative Queenstown Arts & Craft Market
Each Saturday morning, you’ll find this market out in full force in Earnslaw Park. Enjoy live music and other shows as you explore a range of locally-made crafts. From jewellery and clothing to painting and pottery, you can discover the perfect New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs here every week.
Remarkables Market
Located in Remarkables Park, you’ll find all sorts of local arts and crafts, gifts and fresh produce at this market. Plus, with a huge variety of street food, it’s a great place to enjoy breakfast, lunch or a snack. You won’t want to miss shopping at this summertime marketplace while you’re in Queenstown.
Boutique Shopping in Arrowtown
A short drive away from Queenstown lies Arrowtown, a special shopping destination full of immersive vintage charm. Enjoy exclusive Kiwi labels, boutique fashion, decent restaurants and quaint art galleries as you explore this compact yet dense old-timey town.
Its top-quality wool clothing stores, including The WoolPress Arrowtown, will keep you toasty in the chilly Queenstown winters. Arrowtown also boasts the Jade & Opal Factory, where you can find beautiful locally-made crafts and accessories carved by skilled artisans. Alongside these fantastic offerings, this Wild West-style town has a huge range of other unique little stores and art galleries worth checking out.
Drive to Queenstown’s Best Shopping Places with Omega Rental Cars
Are you ready to experience amazing shopping in Queenstown, New Zealand? Pick up a high-quality rental car from Omega’s Beach Street depot or airport location and explore the town’s full range of stores. Omega customers receive some exclusive discounts simply by presenting their Omega key tag. Whether you’re into art galleries, luxury fashion, top brands, or just picking up a gift for a friend, we make it easy for you to shop nonstop in Queenstown, New Zealand.