Whether you’re happy browsing or ready to shop ‘til you drop, Sydney is brimming with deluxe shopping hotspots. Known the world over for its luxurious coastal-meets-urban aesthetic, the harbour city has plenty of inviting retail spaces to buy unique local threads, international designer goods, and high-end streetwear. Start by exploring one of the city’s sprawling multi-level shopping precincts, then head to stylish suburbs to stroll streets lined with heritage-listed shopfronts.
1 Queen Victoria Building
Begin your luxury shopping experience in opulence at the iconic Queen Victoria Building. Nestled in Sydney’s CBD, bound by George, Market, York and Druitt Streets, locals nickname this historic wonder the QVB. Admire brilliant stained-glass windows and soaring domed ceilings as you explore five levels of retail therapy. For fine fashion and leather goods, pop into Aussie designer gems Oroton, R.M. Williams and Cue, alongside global outposts, Mulberry and Coach. QVB is famed for chic jewellery stores — don’t miss APM Monaco, Browns Jewellers and Austen & Blake.
2 Westfield Sydney
Pride of place on Sydney’s bustling Pitt Street Mall, Westfield Sydney is a must-visit one-stop-shop with more than 260 fashion, food, and lifestyle stores. The modern, multi-level shopping centre has enticed some of the world’s most creative brands to launch their first Aussie stores — Balenciaga, Tod’s, Roger Vivier, and in February 2026, Loro Piana. Savvy shoppers visit Miu Miu Australia for eye-catching handbags, Acne Studios for edgy Stockholm style, and Sorry Thanks I Love You for contemporary fashion, art and homewares. Book a personal styling session and let the experts curate the perfect look.
3 King Street and Castlereagh Street, CBD
A short stroll from Westfield Sydney on Pitt Street Mall, you’ll find the luxury boutique-lined streets of King and Castlereagh Streets. It’s well worth swinging by to see the dazzling flagship stores of Chanel, Dior, Bvlgari, Paspaley Pearls and Chloé, all on Castlereagh Street.Nearby on King, the Hermès flagship store is spectacularly housed in the heritage-listed Trust Building. Wander further to stock up on swanky accessories: scene-stealing Swiss watches at Vacheron Constantin, one-of-a-kind jewellery at Fairfax & Roberts and distinctive watches from Piaget.
4 Westfield Bondi Junction
Westfield Sydney focuses on ultra-luxury global brands, while its sibling shopping precinct at Bondi Junction offers Australian labels, streetwear favourites and luxury designers. A must-visit enclave is on Level 4, The Luxury Precinct, with a big-name lineup of Prada, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and more. One level down, the vibe is feminine and fun — Australian designers Zimmermann, Bec & Bridge, Aje and Camilla, plus luxury cosmetics at Mecca Cosmetica. Bondi Junction Westfield also boasts two of Australia’s largest department stores, MYER and David Jones, with a wide selection of perfume, children’s clothing, homewares, lingerie and more. Bondi Junction is a key transport hub for Bondi Beach, so expect plenty of shops selling the latest sneakers, swimwear and of course, pretty Pilates sets.
5 Paddington
Shopping in Sydney’s leafy enclave of Paddington can be pleasantly spaced out, so be sure to don your most stylish sneakers. Starting at The Intersection (corner Oxford St & Glenmore Rd), there’s a covetable cluster of top-tier Australian designers featuring Zimmermann, Scanlan Theodore, Bassike, Manning Cartell, Camilla and Marc and Rachel Gilbert. Heading towards Woollahra you’ll spot the traditional Victorian terrace houses converted into independent boutiques brimming with art, furniture, fashion, millinery and artisan beauty. One must-visit is Parlour X, inside a reimagined church on Oxford Street, with a heavenly collection of European designers, notably Céline, Fendi, and Balenciaga.
6 SYD X – Sydney Airport Shopping
Arriving or departing? Sydney Airport’s T1 International Terminal luxury precinct, SYD X, is a memorable start or finish to your Sydney shopping experience. Housed in an airside space, SYD X offers luxury items GST-free. With a breathtaking 2700m2 interior ‘streetscape’ with floor-to-ceiling storefronts, it’s an enticing retail journey. Many desirable brands are showcased here, among them Rolex, Prada, Bottega Veneta, Burberry and Saint Laurent. At Tiffany & Co. admire the incredible Lobmeyer chandelier crafted with Tiffany Blue® crystals, and don’t miss Heinemann Tax & Duty Free with a curated offering of perfumes and accessories from enviable brands Chloé, Kenzo and Lanvin.
7 Double Bay
Known as Sydney’s ‘little Europe’ due to its continental European history and quaint streetscapes, Double Bay is an affluent eastern neighbourhood with grand homes, al fresco dining and speciality boutiques. Immerse yourself in the luxury scene along Bay, Knox, and Cross streets lined with sophisticated stores including Carla Zampatti — the queen of timeless Australian designs, and Stylerunner, with an array of premium activewear. Be sure to catch top-notch international designers at Double Bay fashion institutions, Christensen Copenhagen and Belinda on Transvaal Ave, and buy a bunch of premium blooms at Poho.
8 Mosman
The chic set in Sydney’s lower north shore frequents Military Road, Mosman, for designer finds, brunch dates and styling appointments. With a lovely village-like atmosphere, stroll the streets for one-of-a-kind designer outfits. Seek out Kivari for a distinctive Euro summer aesthetic, Moya Clothing for distinctive designer clothing, and Venroy for Australian sustainable elevated everyday pieces. Mosman is also a haven for premium preloved pieces — try VENLA resell+relove and What We Wore.
9 The Strand Arcade
Connecting George Street to the Pitt Street Mall in Sydney’s CBD, heritage-listed Strand Arcade has an old-world atmosphere and two levels of excellent shopping. Renowned for showcasing Australian designers, pick up bold resin jewellery and homewares from Dinosaur Designs, a cocktail dress from Rebecca Vallance, stylish basics from Bassike, and 18 carat gold fine jewellery from Sarah & Sebastian. Follow your nose to artisan fragrance haven, The House of Creed, hunt down rare premium cigars at Davidoff of Geneva and visit the studio of Andrew McDonald Shoemaker, one of only a handful of master shoemakers remaining in Australia.
10 Bondi Beach (Gould Street)
Delve into quiet luxury, Bondi-style, along fashionable Gould Street. Pass bustling coffee shops serving up cold brews and indie boutiques with impeccably curated collections. First stop for in-the-know fashionistas: the stunning SIR. flagship, offering everything from striped shirt dresses to bold bikinis and sculptural mini dresses. Next, Tuchuzy — a Bondi style institution — delivers beachy, boho fashion, swimwear and sunglasses. At Jac + Jack, pick up cashmere classics for winter and linen tees for summer. For styles that literally move with you, try Nimble Activewear, and treat yourself at Playa by Lucy Folk with some playful jewellery.
