Things to do in Victoria, Australia: The Best Shopping

An interesting and dynamic regional gallery where there is always lots to see. Upstairs, the gallery collection is definitely worth a visit, as the Gallery holds one of the best regional collections in the country and is always looking for interesting, thought-provoking ways of displaying it. Downstairs there are temporary exhibitions, with at least four open at any one time.

Known as the "cook's market", Dandenong Market is a 150-year old traditional working market in Melbourne's South East. A mecca for fresh produce and hard-to-find ingredients, Dandenong Market attracts over 5 million visitors a year who seek out authentic, fresh produce. With over 200 market traders spread out over 8000 square metres, Dandenong Market offers everything from honeycomb fresh from the beehive, to flowers cut straight from the farm, to apples picked from the orchard. A busy and bustling market full of sights and delights, Dandenong Market offers a taste for every season and a treasure in every stall.

Queen Victoria Market is an authentic, bustling, inner-city market that has been the heart and soul of Melbourne for over 140 years. Home to over 600 small businesses, it’s a great place to discover fresh and specialty produce, hand-made and unique products, great coffee and food, souvenirs and clothing. Shopping at the Market has always been one of life’s great pleasures. It’s not just the abundance of fresh food, it’s the friendly banter with the traders, the vibrant and multicultural atmosphere, the special events and festivals, and the sense of belonging that comes with it. Queen Victoria Market is also home to the Night Market on Wednesday nights, showcasing global street food, live music and entertainment, festival bars, specialty shopping and a great Melbourne night out. Be sure to take the Ultimate Foodie Tour, a two-hour, guided walking tour where you’ll indulge in some of the best food the Market has to offer. Bookings essential.

A Rustic Community Market held in the Mornington Peninsula Hinterland town of Red Hill, specialising in home grown, home made, hand made products. It really has to be seen to be believed - over 300 stalls of passionate artists, inventors, producers, bakers and creators from all over Victoria. On from 8am until 1pm on the first Saturday of the month from September through to May (Closed in winter). Entry is free, parking costs $5 and is supervised by Red Hill Lions Club. Please respect that no dogs are allowed at the market, however there are plenty of pet products for sale.

With a special place in the hearts of Melbournians, Chadstone is now a global destination for shoppers, unparalleled by any other shopping experience in Australia. Featuring over 550 stores, we offer a truly tailor made experience for every one of our 20 million customers each year. We house designer boutiques, local and international high street labels and luxury brands, as well as some of Australia’s cult fashion favourites. With a state-of-the-art HOYTS Cinema Complex, Dining Terrace and three food precincts, Legoland Discovery Centre Melbourne and some of the best brands in the world, a visit to Chadstone is memorable from the moment you arrive. Open until 9pm from Thursday – Saturday and until 7pm on Sunday, you can now visit when it best suits. Wander through our expansive malls, taking in the great space, the natural light and the special artworks that make Chadstone truly unique. Considered the ‘experience’ capital, make Chadstone your next destination.

Experience life at The Village Market. Since 1867, South Melbourne Market has been a treasured inner city landmark and a favourite amongst locals and visitors. It is the quintessential village market, a place where people come not only to purchase fresh food, but to meet, eat, drink, shop, discover, share and connect. Our walls are full of authentic traders who display their wares with pride and passion. Quirky and playful characters are found behind the counters, delivering old fashioned customer service with a smile. We embrace and showcase the local, supporting local farmers, artisans and producers. It’s a foodie’s paradise where freshness, quality and diversity are paramount with food stuffs from land to sea. We celebrate a philosophy of Real Food. Local Life. encouraging you to cook food that is made from great quality, fresh produce sourced from our family of traders you know, love and trust. We are a home to seriously good coffee, specialty tea and a vibrant restaurant precinct for day and night time fun. There’s also an amazing array of merchandise and services with everything from clothing, homewares and second hand books to hairdressing and pet food. With a full calendar of live music, events and activities, the Market is a happy and experiential place that celebrates the senses. Take a trip to the Market, you never know what you’ll find, but we guarantee it will be full of surprise, moments and wonder.

Welcome to the Amazing Mill Markets, where we sell amazing things. The Amazing Mill Markets are located in three locations - Ballarat, Geelong and Daylesford. Because the Amazing Mill Markets lease space to hundreds of different stallholders, each location has a diverse range of wares and new stallholders are always welcome. There is invariably something for everyone who visits with vintage clothes, vintage furniture, memorabilia, art, glass, jewellery, books, antiques and collectables to name a few.