Retail Therapy

Just because it's beachside, it doesn't mean shopping gets left behind. Not one little bit, our bedazzled-kaftan-wearing, souvenir-hunting friends. With everything from chic resort wear, on-trend Australian and European labels, exquisite handcrafted jewellery, kitsch homewares or a forever reminder, original aboriginal artwork, Port Douglas is a shopping utopia. Weekend markets in Port Douglas and Mossman add to the experience with unique and handcrafted goodies found only in this northern corner of paradise. Your credit card can thank us later (or not…).

1. FUN STUFF BY LYNDA

Hand-painted unique gifts, and artwork, and cheeky at that! If you'd like a side of port Douglas humour with your take-home treats, this is the store for you. Stocking everything from hand-painted porcelain mugs and glassware to gift cards and wall plaques, Fun StuffBy Lynda is easily the quirkiest shop in Port Douglas when it comes to personalised, last-minute gifts.

2. MAKER PORT DOUGLAS

Founded by mother-daughter duo Raine and DonnaWard, Maker is a store born from a lifelong passion for all things handmade with love. Sustainable, handmade homewares and art, mostly from local artists and creators, allwho have their stories and bios available on the Maker's interactive in-store screen.Where slow food is the appreciation oflocal produce, Maker is the celebration ofslow retail and a creative community.

3. WICKED WILLIES

WickedWillies is a favourite Port Douglas shopping location with customers who love exploring gorgeous pearl, semi- and precious stone jewellery. Almost all pieces are unique, once-off designs so customers can really take a bit of Port Douglas home with them. Can't make it in-store? Contact them for a personalised shopping experience, and a real time virtual tour of the store through video chat apps.

4. TZUSK

Tzusk is a clothing store famed for its clever use oftimeless designs in natural high quality fabrics. Garments are a balance of elegance, comfortable tropical styling and contemporary artwork.Tzusk also stocks high end fashion and jewellery labels from Europe–perfect for moving effortlessly from poolside to restaurant.

5. NGARRU INDIGENOUS FINE ART GALLERY

The Ngarru Gallery showcases one of Australia's finest collections of indigenous art. The collection includes a diverse selection of artefacts, including Maningrida sculpture and fibre weavings and a range of high-quality art inspired giftware. The gallery mentors and promotes up and coming artists.