The best part of a getaway is grabbing a little something to remember your trip by. Shopping in Bunbury is an absolute delight due to the fantastic collection of boutique shops to be found in this coastal city. From unique handblown glass pieces, puzzles, to West Australian labels, there’s something for everyone!
When staying in Bunbury, stop off to grab a special memento, go shopping for Christmas stocking fillers, or even a gift for a loved one, shopping in Bunbury won’t disappoint. Here are the 7 best places to go gift shopping in Bunbury.
Lava Glass Waterfall, Image Credit: LAVA Art Glass Gallery & Studio
LAVA Art Glass Gallery & Studio is a fantastic art experience that exclusively promotes glass pieces created by Western Australian Artists.
A unique interactive community and tourist experience, LAVA created this gallery to raise the awareness and appreciation of art in everyday life. Owner Brenda Ellen is committed to promoting Western Australia glass artists.
A well-loved local haunt, there’s nowhere like it for you to get a one of a kind piece of glass art made by a local West Australian artist.
Fuller Co+Op
You simply wouldn’t expect a collaborative workspace like The Fuller Co+Op in this warehouse just off the LIA. Unassuming and unexpected, walking into the giant warehouse is like walking into a celebration of artisans and traders.
Giving makers and entrepreneurs an opportunity to grow their business in a co-working environment, the co-op is a place of community and connection that showcases the craftsmanship and innovation Bunbury has to offer.
Paper Route
Our in-house cafe Paper Route creates a fantastic atmosphere in the Co+Op & is visited by a huge range of patrons. Serving specialty coffee, gourmet burgers & waffles, seasonal baked goods & good vibes all round.
Jolly Good Stuff
Hand-crafted, reclaimed timber furniture & decor. Custom, up-cycled pieces & beautiful antique collectibles.
Wood Turning & Craftz
Locally sourced timber hand turned into stunning works of fine art & furniture, with an amazing range of gift-ware.
A Country Mammy
All things farmhouse, rustic French & cottage provincial, offering a huge range of country style home decor options.
Colour and Clay
Showcases vibrant bespoke ceramic artworks that are all uniquely local, individually created with love at a great price.
Wildfleurs & Co.
Ethical, organic & natural beauty supply store. Intentional products for authentic living & restorative care.
The Green Depot
A botanical floral boutique that specialises in indoor plants and is also a florist to boot! Head on over to coo over the rustic charms and greenery in this charming store.
Sheree Dohnt Creates
Through painting and drawing, predominantly in watercolour, Sheree explores themes of identity and parenthood.
Sew Much More
We provide a variety of services including curtain hemming, clothing alterations to ensure the perfect fit, and a selection of specialized baby and nursery goods to cater to the unique needs of your little ones.
By Hand Co & One Hundred Years
A beautiful, eclectic studio space full of whimsical home decor, fashion and gifts. Join us for sewing, craft and circular knitting workshops to unleash your creativity and have some fun.
Entrance to Brain Spice
Brain Spice is a magical wonderland of puzzles, magic tricks, books, games that will dazzle anyone who walks in through their doors.
Owner Colin Scanlan has never forgotten the wonder in science and believes that the wonder is a vital ingredient to life. Whatever your age, a sense of wonder brings us in touch with the magic and truth of our subtle and astonishing world. “Real science is a humble and open-minded process; an honest and personal quest for understanding”, he said.
Brain Spice is firstly an educational resources supplier and sell a wide range of puzzles, gadgets, models, science kits, magic tricks, books and tabletop games, assembled from across the planet! Their aim is to promote not just learning, but a hands-on exploration of our world, as well as an appreciation of that incredible thing between our ears.
Don’t be afraid of getting hands-on in Brain Spice, the team actively encourage their customers to try out the puzzles and games on display to see what they are buying first hand. Utterly unique, they have something to offer for all ages.
Sabotage is a great little boutique shop that stocks designers that fit the West Australian lifestyle. Established in 2001, they have dedicated their retail space to uncovering and supporting new designers.
Started in the same year as Billabong in 1973, Good Earth is the original surf shop in Bunbury. Locally owned and operated, they stock all the gear to keep you frothing in and out of the water. Head in here for all your surfing needs, wetsuits, surfboards, surf apparel and accessories that will keep you in the water through summer and winter!
Afez of the Heart
Welcome to our ‘Aladdin’s Cave’! Self-proclaimed as the souk of the South West, Afez of the Heart stocks hand-picked pieces for your home from India, Turkey and Morocco.
Established in 2001, you will find beautifully intricate handmade pieces such as stained glass lanterns; hand painted ceramics and tiles in the Ottoman tradition; hand block printed tablecloths and textiles; beautifully carved wooden panels and furniture; and even a large range of Ayala Bar jewellery.
Great for just immersing yourself in an exotic land afar, it’s easy to forget you’re in Bunbury!
A getaway is never complete without a good book to keep you company. Collins Booksellers is the only bookstore in Bunbury and they pride themselves on their knowledge and amazing customer service.
The staff love helping their customers find just the right book, “If we don’t have the book a customer is looking for, we will exhaust every avenue to see if we can order it in for them,” said owner and avid book reader, Erica Tonkin.
The team at Collins are always up for a chat about their favourite books, so idle an hour or two away in this local bookstore and discover a wide range of books from your favourite fictional authors to cooking books, to history or photography.
