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Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

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The Paw Principality

Find Christmas toys, bandanas, treats and advent calendars for your pet.

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Top stores for Christmas gifting

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Myer

Iconic upmarket department store in a historic building on the Bourke Street Mall.

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The Paperback Bookshop

An independent bookshop that has been at the top end of Bourke Street since the 1960s.

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Bella Luck Charms

Your Melbourne gateway to Italian treasures: handcrafted lucky charms, bracelets and accessories.

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Ambiance

A unique selection of gifts, including Venetian masks and rare Christmas decorations.

Christmas shopping ideas

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The best Melbourne experience gifts

Give the gift of theatre, foodie workshops and walking tours.

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Melbourne's most instagrammable shops

Our guide to the best looking shops in Melbourne, guaranteed to light up your Instagram feed.

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Melbourne's best homewares gifts

Find the best lighting, candles and interior decor.

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The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best Christmas markets

Explore Melbourne's iconic markets.

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Christmas gifts under $20

These gifts for $20 or less are guaranteed to get you on the nice list.

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The best Christmas gifts under $50

These gift ideas from the city's best small businesses are all home runs.

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The best Christmas gifts under $100

Find foodie gifts, jewellery and coffee makers for their home.

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Iconic Melbourne shopping spots

The best shopping centres, strips, laneways and arcades in Melbourne for shopping.

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Melbourne's best gifts for kids

Treat the kids in your life to a little something special from Melbourne's best boutiques.

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Melbourne's best deals, sales and discounts

Shop in-store for the best deals, offers and discounts.

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Rare shops you can only find in Melbourne

Melbourne is full of unique shopping spots you can only find in the city.

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Melbourne's best sustainable fashion brands and designers

Browse iconic Melbourne stores and designs from local creatives.

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Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

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Christmas eat and drink

Savour the city’s festive flavours with rooftop bars, laneways and menus made for merry moments.

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Christmas shopping

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Christmas Eve and late-night shopping hours in Melbourne

Melbourne's shopping centres are staying open late for your last-minute shopping emergencies.

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Where to go late-night shopping in the Melbourne CBD

Whether you're looking for a last-minute gift or browsing after class, these stores are open late.

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Lindsay Nicholas New York

A luxury women's boutique in the heart of Melbourne. Made in Melbourne.

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Yellow Earth

Genuine sheepskin boots, sheepskin rugs, kangaroo leather and souvenir products.