Activities
26 March 2025
Unique shops in the Christchurch CBD
Now’s the time to go on a shopping spree in the inner-city!
It's time to shop!
Looking for that special gift? Hit the inner city for something unique, from homeware to designerwear. Art to accessories. See our guide for inspiration.
HAPA
HAPA is a design store specialising in New Zealand made products.From Ōtautahi Christchurch coffee mugs to greenstone jewellery and old Christchurch tram maps - HAPA has it all.
Shopology
A collaborative retail space, Shopology brings together a bunch of creatives to work and sell their products. From artisan edibles to homewares and accessories, kids clothing and books to garden goodies, there’s much to discover here.
Shut the Front Door
Looking to move? On the hunt for unique pieces for the house? Then this is the store for you! Shut the Front Door has everything from bathroom decor to living room accessories and furniture – even the cutest clothing. This New Zealand store has a focus on sustainability and offers cool alternatives to the plastic bag.
The Gift Shop
As the name suggests, The Gift Shop is packed full to the brim with epic gift ideas. The perfect place to buy something unique to surprise your best friend! You can find this cute wee shop at The Crossing.
Christchurch Art Gallery Design Store
Gallery stores are destinations in themselves, and Christchurch Art Gallery Design Store is no exception. Boasting an ever-changing range of creative products inspired by the gallery’s exhibitions, this is a great spot to find an imaginative gift or something special to treat yourself to. Don’t miss the curated collection of books, though be aware, it would be easy to spend hours flicking through the lot!
The Kōwhai Collective
The Kōwhai Collective is a group of skilled artists and creatives who work together to run a gorgeous little gift shop. Their locally crafted products, handmade or designed by their members, embody their shared mission to grow local design, celebrate local designers and share their creativity. Pop in and meet one of the talented makers while finding unique gifts for yourself or a loved one.
Frances Nation
Frances Nation is no ordinary gift store. Instead, it is a celebration of New Zealand made daily wares, each with a purpose and a story to tell. From potato mashers to tool boxes, hand thrown ceramics to harakeke flax baskets, the shop is full of made-to-last things and is much loved by any visitor!
Plume
The Dunedin-based design store Plume is home to the definition of edgy, located conveniently on High Street. The boutique's range includes New Zealand and international brands like Comme des Garçons, Y's by Yohji Yamamoto or Zambesi.
Scorpio Books
Scorpio Books has been around for 40 years and is uniquely Christchurch. You can spend hours in Scorpio Books browsing magazines and books sitting on comfy couches or having a chat about the latest bestsellers with the friendly staff!
Groovy Glasses
Differentiating themselves from other optometry practices by stocking spectacle frames that are creative, colourful and literally more out there than you’d find from anywhere else, Groovy Glasses is well worth a visit if you’ve ever wanted specs that stand out.
Boardertown
Opposite the Central Bus Exchange is Boardertown - a haven for all the skateboarders and snowboarders out there. The shop offers boards, clothing and accessories and also stocks New Zealand clothing brand RPM.
Action Bicycle Club
On top of a range of beautiful Instagram-worthy city bikes, Action Bicycle Club boasts a curated selection of functional and fashionable bike apparels and accessories. With a mission to make every day cycling a pleasure, this is a shop to visit if you’ve been meaning to get back on cycle grind.
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