10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Hobart

The largest shopping area in Hobart, Elizabeth Street Mall, is the perfect starting point for all shopping enthusiasts. Home to about 40 stores, it includes lots of big brands and chain shops but also has pop-up retailers, allowing smaller, local retailers to showcase their goods. The pop-up nature also means there’s always at least 1 new shop to explore.

Located between Collins Street and Liverpool Street, it also has a wide range of food options so you can keep your energy up while you shop. With a food court and takeouts, restaurants, cafes and food boutiques, you’ll find plenty to keep you going. The shopping centre also frequently runs offers and discounts so keep an eye on their events.

Running every Saturday, regardless of the weather, Salamanca Market is the place to come for local produce. With over 300 stalls each week, the market includes fresh produce from local growers, gift ideas, handmade products and lots of hot food and coffee to keep you going.

Extending the full length of the historic Salamanca Place, Salamanca Market is a unique place where you can mingle with locals, ask the producers questions about their products and produce and soak up the lively atmosphere. There’s an accessible parking lot, toilets and an ATM on site for your convenience. It’s recommended you give yourself around 3 hours to explore all the market’s hidden gems.

At the heart of Hobart for over 100 years, the Cat and Fiddle, which takes its name from its nursery-rhyme-inspired clock, has more than 70 specialty stores. Originally a hardware business, it now has a wide range of shops and food outlets.

In the centre of Hobart’s CBD, it can be reached by foot, public transportation or car with 2 large parking lots nearby. Keep an eye out for offers and discounts as there have been up to 70% off events, perfect for a bargain. Make sure you check each shop’s individual opening hours as they don’t always correspond to the centre’s opening hours.

Every Sunday, Farm Gate Market springs to life overnight, operating under the principle that if you can't eat it, drink it, grow it or meet the producer, you won't find it at Farmy. Starting in 2009 with 12 producers, it’s grown quite a bit since then and is now one of Australia’s top 5 farmers’ markets.

Located on Bathurst Street, between Elizabeth and Murray Street, local produce is celebrated here. Tasmania has very distinct seasons and so you’ll see this reflected in what’s on offer each week. The market also has sustainability at its core, so you won’t find any plastic bags here as all packaging is compostable.

Salamanca Arts Centre is the ideal shopping paradise for art lovers. With art studios, galleries and retail outlets, there’s plenty to explore within these historic sandstone warehouses. There’s also a range of food and beverage outlets, including the legendary Tricycle café, so you can eat as you shop.

Located on Salamanca Place, close to the waterfront and a short walk from the city’s central business district, Salamanca Arts Centre also hosts live events. These events can include live music, temporary exhibitions, workshops and book launches. It truly is the cultural hub of Hobart.

With food, beverages, design and music, Hobart Twilight Market, Brooke St Pier has something for everyone. With a lively atmosphere, this market showcases some of the best homegrown talent alongside fresh produce. If you’re a foodie, you’ll love the street-food vibe with several street traders and food trucks on site.

In addition to Brooke Street Pier, the Hobart Twilight Market is also held at Long Beach, Sandy Bay. Alongside food, the market also has a variety of jewelry, design, fashion and gift stalls. There’s also live music and entertainment, creating a relaxed environment. The markets are only held on select Fridays so make sure you check the website before you visit.

If you’re passionate about sustainability and vintage buys, the Re-Loved Market is for you. Here you’ll discover over 60 stalls selling pre-loved and vintage items alongside lines from emerging designers. It’s also a great place to find a bargain or uncover a hidden gem.

Located in Bellerive Boardwalk at Eastern Shore, the Re-Loved Market offers more than just clothes. There are also handmade gifts and home products available. Grab a bite as you go by stopping at one of the local food stalls. There may even be a live music performance when you’re there.

Centrepoint shopping centre is designed to make your life easier. Running for more than 37 years, Centrepoint is home to several quality retailers providing brilliant goods and outstanding service. Rather than lots of big international chains, you’ll typically find slightly smaller national or local brands.

Centrepoint is on Murray Street, in the middle of Hobart’s central business district. This means that you can access it easily on foot, by public transportation or by car. In fact, Centrepoint’s parking garage even offers 60 minutes of free parking, allowing you to shop without paying for the pleasure.

Step inside from the bustling Collins Street to the enchanting world of Fullers Bookshop, where imagination, knowledge, emotions and magic come alive within the millions of pages. Located in the heart of Hobart, this beloved and award-winning haven for book lovers is renowned for its extensive collection of books, from bestsellers to rare finds, all housed in a cozy and elegant environment.

When you’re done perusing their collection, you can immerse yourself in your latest purchase with a cup of coffee in their delightful on-site cafe. Don’t miss their regular literary events, including book signings and author talks, for a chance to meet your favourite writers and perhaps discover new ones.

The first shopping centre of its kind in Tasmania, Eastlands continues to offer some of the best shopping in the area. With clothing stores for women, men and children, health and beauty stores, fitness stores and more, you’ll find all you need here. You can also visit Ugg Express to pick up a new pair of one of Australia’s most iconic exports.

Located in the shopping district of Rosny Park, to the east of the Derwent River, Eastlands can be reached by public transportation, taxi or car. As well as shops, Eastlands also has a few food outlets to keep your energy levels up. You can also get beauty and spa treatments at some of the stores.