Home to a collection of iconic New Zealand design stores, luxury labels, book shops, art galleries and adventure gear suppliers, our lively cosmopolitan town is the perfect place for a shopping adventure or drop in shop. Wander through our weaving streets, sample local delights at our specialty food and wine stores, then take a break for lunch. Explore further afield for boutique delights in Arrowtown and all the essentials in Frankton, including home and garden, office supplies, electronics and supermarkets.
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FAQs
What to do in Queenstown on a rainy day?
Queenstown's charming town centre offers a perfect indoor retail escape on wet weather days. Browse through local boutiques and designer stores along the pedestrian-friendly Mall, Rees Street, and Beach Street, where you'll find everything from luxury New Zealand fashion and merino wool clothing to unique homewares and artisan crafts. Our covered shopping precincts like O'Connells Mall and Remarkable's Park Town Centre provide sheltered shopping experiences, while numerous galleries showcase local artists and photographers. After shopping, warm up in one of our cosy cafés or treat yourself to a spa experience at one of our luxury hotels.
Queenstown and Arrowtown host vibrant markets perfect for finding local produce, fresh-baked goods, art, beauty products, and unique handmade gifts. On Saturdays, check out the Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market at Earnslaw Park on the lakefront or the seasonal Remarkables Market in Frankton, offering food, produce, and gifts straight from local producers. The Arrowtown Farmers’ Market, held every Sunday from late October to Easter on the Library Green, is ideal for fresh flowers, pastries, and handcrafted items. These markets showcase the creativity and talent within Queenstown’s local community. For more details on Queenstown’s local food and shopping scene, read our blog.
Does Queenstown have a shopping mall?
Yes, Queenstown has several shopping precincts. The largest is Remarkables Park Town Centre in Frankton (10 minutes from central Queenstown), featuring over 60 stores including a supermarket, fashion retailers, homeware stores and cafés. Nearby, Queenstown Central and Five Mile in Frankton offers additional retail options including major brands, electronics stores and eateries. In the Queenstown CBD, DFS Queenstown provides a selection of duty-free goods with high end fashion, fragrances and more. The town centre itself functions as an open-air shopping district, with interconnected lanes and precincts like The Mall, Rees Street, Beach Street and Shotover Street hosting a mix of designer boutiques, adventure retailers and souvenir shops.
Local tip: Regular public transport connects central Queenstown with both Frankton shopping areas, or it's an easy 20-30 minute ride along the Queenstown Trail if you'd like to bike between shopping precincts.
