Sydney shopping is fantastic. This cosmopolitan city caters for every need. It does not matter what your taste or style, Sydney offers endless choices. Shops are generally open from 9-5pm Monday through Friday (with the exception of Thursday when most stores will open until 9pm), 9-4pm on Saturday and some stores in the city will open on a Sunday. Almost all outlets accept the major credit cards like AMEX, Diners, MC, Visa and some city stores will accept JCB cards. You can also use Maestro or Cirrus electronic network debit cards in most stores.
One of the things Sydney is famed for is the fantastic range of places where you can shop, from your small specialist shops through to your department stores. There are arcades, malls, main street, little side streets, and markets scattered throughout Sydney. From your basic produce markets, grocery specialist outlets, arts and crafts and much more, Sydney has something to satisfy every shopper.- Romantic Getaways
Opened on Saturday mornings, and offers a village atmosphere. The Broadway Shopping CentreCnr Broadway and Bay St, GLEBE NSW 2007, Ph: 02 9213 3333A multi-level shopping centre, with a variety of supermarkets, specialist shops and cafes. You can even go to the movies here.
Centrepoint Tower
Central Business District, 100 Market St, SYDNEYN NSW 2000Ph: 02 9231 1000 o Also known as Westfield Centrepoint, offers a variety of shops including David Jones. In addition Centrepoint Tower is 300 m above the city, with magnificent views that extend to the Central Coast to the north, Wollongong to the south and the Blue Mountains to the west.
Chifley Plaza
Chifley Square on the corner of Elizabeth and Hunter Streets houses some of the desirable brands including some fine dining in this deco-inspired building. Darling HarbourPh: 1902 260 568 (Infoline)Website: www.darlingharbour.com.au
Fox Studios Australia
Driver Ave, MOORE PARK o Ph: 02 9383 4000 o Website: www.foxstudios.com.au
David Jones Australia o
Located in the heart of the city, with another store at Bondi Junction, David Jones is a landmark institution. With up market products, down to the more modestly price items, a visit to David Jones is a must. (The Spring flower display page has been moved to Archive).
Glasshouse Shopping Centre
Level 1, Pitt Street Mall, SYDNEY NSW 2000
Gowings
A Sydney institution since 1868, a must-visit shop offering everything from clothes, camping gear, haircuts, toys and much more. There are 3 stores, one at the corner of Market and George Steets, one at Wynyard Station on George Street and the other on Oxford Street.
King Street Wharf
After a heavy days shopping through the city centre, check out the great restaurants at the King Street Wharf, which is only a short stroll from the Central Business District.
Myers
Another great department stored located in the heart of the city, chock full of must have things. There is even an in-store cafe located in the book section. Opaltraders.comPh: 0413 701333Email: enquiry@opaltraders.comSale of solid opals direct from Australian mines using our online ordering system. All opals come with certificate of authenticity.
Oxford Street/Paddington
Stretching from corner of Hyde Park in the city through to Bondi Junction, Oxford Street offers a great range of shops, cafes and market for the shop-a-holic. The city end of Oxford St, through Darlinghurst has been slowly getting a face-life. The current work at Taylor Square should rejuvenate the area, bringing a lift to a popular spot that includes, gay and mixed night clubs, bars, cafes, and small boutique-style shops that extend up the cross and side streets such as Crown Street.
Continuing east, Oxford Street passes through Paddington, a very popular weekend region filled with a variety of outlets, boutiques and cafes. The is also the famous Paddington Bazaar in the grounds of the public school. Open on Saturdays from 10 am, this is very popular with the locals.
Piccadilly
Opposite the Hilton Hotel on Pitt Street is Piccadilly with a range of specialty stores.Queen Victoria Building
455 George St, SYDNEY NSW 2000Ph: 02 9264 9209 (Guided tours information)Also known the QVB, was designed by George McRae and completed in 1898, replacing the original Sydney markets on the site.
The Rocks (include the Rocks Market
The Rocks, SYDNEY Ph: 1902 222 222 (Infoline) Website: www.rocksvillage.com
Rocks Market
The Rocks, Sydney o Having grown in 1991 from 71 stalls to more than 150 stalls. Open over the weekends and popular with visitors.
Skygarden
Website: www.skygarden.com.au o Runs from Pitt Street Mall through to Castlereagh Street, offering a mix of fashion, lifestyle and food
The Strand
Pitt Street Mall, SYDNEY NSW 2000Ph: 02 9232 4199 (Strand Centre Management)Opened in 1892, surviving two depressions (one in the 1890's and another in the 1950's) and withstood the threat of two major fires. With over 80 unique specialty stores.
Other Shopping Centers in Sydney
St Ives Shopping Village Campbelltown Mall Capitol Square Carlingford Court Centrepoint Chatswood Chase Chifley Plaza Direct Factory Outlet Eastwood Forestway Fox Sudios Greenwood Plaza Harbourside HomeBase Kogarah Town Centre Macarthur Square Market City Maroubra Mall MLC Centre Northbridge Shopping Plaza Opera Quays Penrith Plaza Queen Victoria Building Skygarden Between Pitt St Mall & Castlereagh St Ives Shopping Village Stockland Supacenta Moore Park The Broadway The Strand Arcade
The Rocks Market
The most popular markets are:Paddy's MarketThe Rocks MarketPaddington MarketGlebe Market
Opera House Market
Bondi Beach MarketBalmain MarketOpera House MarketBondi Junction Market
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