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With Markets, Vintage, Collectables & Local Creatives, Its Time to Shop Up The Capital

Bursting with markets, vintage shops, boutiques and local creations along with the obligatory department stores, malls and fashion labels, Canberra’s shopping scene compact, easy to get around and boasts everything your heart desires, so shop for your holiday accommodation in Canberra now on Search and Stay.

Wander a weekend market

The monthly Hall Markets (first Sunday of each month) has returned to the Hall Showgrounds, providing a mix of produce, arts and craft, homewares and more. Shop the curated online directory of the Handmade market which boasts products from a range of categories such as conscious living, gourmet pantry and textiles, all from the comfort of your accommodation.

For fresh produce markets in the inner city, the new Haig Park Village Markets in Braddon on a Sunday is a must before a wander along the Lonsdale Street café and restaurant strip. Book a holiday rental in Braddon now on Search and Stay.

Parked in an incredible location the Little Burley Market will have you enjoying the stunning views, whilst you delve into something tantalising. These bespoke markets will feed your every dream. 

The iconic Old Bus Depot Markets, held each Sunday, showcase the best local produce, artisan baked goods, and beautiful handmade items. Grab breakfast or lunch at the market before heading next door to the Canberra Glassworks.

Hunt for vintage and collectables

Search for collectables, vintage and preloved items on a self-guided Fyshwick vintage trail. The arrival of Dirty Janes Canberra last year — sister of the popular Bowral vintage store — has put this once industrial suburb firmly on the must-do Canberra shopping map. Get lost exploring this huge warehouse of individual stallholders, grab a bite to eat at the café and watch a blacksmith in action. And search for your Canberra accommodation on Search and Stay.

To find your next great read from 1.2km worth of bookshelves, drop by Canty’s Bookshop. Afterwards, head to the Designer Op Shop Emporium and other antique and second-hand stores located in Fyshwick.

If you don’t get to Fyshwick, Landspeed Records in the city has a fabulous mix of vintage and new clothing and accessories and a range of records at the back of the store.

 

Shop local and support local creatives

In the heart of the city is the Craft ACT: Craft and Design Centre featuring exhibitions by both local and international makers. From pottery vessels to embroidery, jewelry and more, the gift shop is filled with beautiful, handcrafted pieces to take home.

Dotted along popular Lonsdale Street in Braddon, you'll find POP Canberra and Bisonhome. The latter’s storefront is a repository of the ceramics and glasswares that adorn the tables of many local cafes and the kitchen cupboards of Canberrans.

With a hidden shopfront in the heart of Dickson is Trove Canberra – a cooperative of artists, designers and makers local to the Canberra region. Search and Stay. has Dickson holiday accommodation, so book now.

 

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