Perth Shopping

Shopping in Perth may not be at par with Sydney, but it offers a lot of shopping options with a wide range of retail stores, specialty shops, boutiques and local markets. One can start at Perth's High Street or St John's Shopping Centre where most of the local retail chains and other independent stores can be found. Murray and Hay Street malls also offer a number of specialty stores.

The most popular markets in Perth are located on King Edward Street with the Continental Market selling cheese, fruit, vegetables, wine and leather goods.

The Craft Market is popular for glassware, soaps, chocolates and wines. The Art on the River Market on Tay Street is where one can find local goods.

The main attractions in Perth are local sheepskin products including warm 'Ugg Boots', sheepskin jackets, slippers and boomerangs. Jewellery made from gold nuggets, Australian opals, Argyle diamonds and Broome pearls are other popular buys.

Perth offers duty and tax free shopping in places selling clothing, cameras, fragrances, watches and glares. Tourists can also use the Tourist Refund Scheme to purchase tax free goods.