The essential Port Douglas shopping guide
Guide
By Sophia McMeekin
There’s nowhere better to escape the everyday and unwind than Port Douglas. This chic coastal village is not just one of the best day trips from Cairns, but a great spot to base yourself for a getaway the offers relaxation and adventure.
But getting flat out on perfect beaches, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, or cutting through clear waters on a yacht aren’t the only way to relax and recharge. A touch of retail therapy goes a long way, too.
If you’re planning a Port Douglas holiday, a spot of shopping should be top of your list. The local art, jewellery, fashion, and homewares on offer are the ideal reminder of your time in this beautiful slice of Queensland, or a unique gift for that lucky someone.
Use this Port Douglas shopping guide to lead the way.
Tshinta
Find everything you need for an endless summer at Tshinta. Run by a mother-daughter duo, the well-curated range of swimwear, accessories, fashion and kidswear keeps the tropical paradise dream alive. If you're on the hunt for feminine, whimsical pieces, head here.
Where: 5/26-30 Macrossan St, Port Douglas
Ngarru Gallery
Take the spirit of Port Douglas home with you when you pick up an original artwork from Ngarru Gallery. Specialising in Indigenous fine art, Ngarru showcases one of the best collections of high-end Indigenous art in Queensland, while also promoting a number of aspiring and up and coming artists. Along with paintings, you’ll find artefacts, sculpture, weavings, and art-inspired giftware.
The staff are passionate about Indigenous art and their expertise is on show from the minute you walk through the door. They’ll take the time to guide you piece by piece through the gallery so you’re sure to find something that resonates.
Where: Shop 1/31 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Wicked Willie’s Jewellery
Pick up a memento of your time in Port Douglas - or treat that special someone back home - with a treasure from Wicked Willie’s, a Port Douglas jeweller with a legion of loyal fans.
Open since 1994, this jeweller specialises in pearls, including freshwater, Broome and Tahitian, and precious and semi precious stones. The team can also hand-make bespoke pieces in store, so you can take home an original design.
Where: Shop 4, 2 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Tahitian Lime
Photo by @tahitian.lime
In a town where they take relaxation seriously, what better souvenir to take home than a locally designed and made swimsuit, with prints designed by local artists? Swimwear brand Tahitian Lime is the brainchild of Sydney-born sisters, Prue and Brooke Needham, who launched their label in 2016 and now call the sunny shores of Port Douglas home.
Born from a love of the ocean, their proudly bright, bold, Australian designs are made with textiles sourced in Italy, and include swimwear, clothing, and accessories.
Where: Shop 8, 20 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Aloha Lucy
Photo by @alohalucyboutique
Just along from Tahitian Lime, you’ll spot the captivating carnival style lights of Aloha Lucy, the perfect Port Douglas shopping stop if you’re looking to take home a bit of beach-side chic. Home to stunning, lightweight bohemian beachwear and accessories ideal for a night out by the water, this boutique is a must.
Where: Shop 1, 18 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Captain & Crew
Whether you’re hitting the beach or looking to dress up for a day out on a yacht, the experienced team at menswear store Captain & Crew has your look sorted from head to toe. Stocking labels for boys and men, you’ll find high end international labels and staff who go above and beyond to meet your needs.
Where: 1/16 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Whileaway Bookshop and Cafe
Photo by @whileawayportdouglas
As the name suggests, you can certainly while away the hours at this charming Port Douglas book shop, and not only because half of the store is also a cafe serving up coffee, tea and sweet treats.
This is a book lover’s utopia – beach reads, heavy coffee table tomes, fun kids activity books – along with plenty of gorgeous toys and greeting cards for all occasions.
Where: 2/43 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
With Sugar
Track down the perfect gift at With Sugar, a store brimming with unique gifts and special pieces to suit any taste or budget. From eco water bottles and coffee cups through to jewellery, locally made beeswax candles, board games, and toys, there really is something for everyone. Don’t leave Port Douglas without poking your head into this fantastic gift shop.
Where: Shop 4, Anchor Reef House, 40 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Ginni Boutique
A stalwart of the Port Douglas shopping scene, Ginni Boutique is an essential stop for the discerning fashion lover. Here you’ll find original, quality pieces ideal for travel by Australian designers including Moss & Spy, Lisa Barron, Megan Salmon, Maiocchi, 7 Sister, and Andiamo, as well as a selection of European designers. If you’re on the hunt for evening wear or a statement piece, Ginni is the boutique for you.
Where: Shop 6, 51 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas
Martinique Island Style
Photo by @martiniqueislandstyle
Martinique Island Style is a treasure trove of unique, luxury fashion, jewellery, and homewares and a must for lovers of design. No Port Douglas shopping trip is complete without picking up a new piece from this refined collection of furniture and accessories and bringing a touch of Queensland's tropical north back to your place.
Where: Shop 1/42 Macrossan St, Port Douglas
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