Inside is one of those dangerous places where my wallet starts shivering with nerves even if I just…read moreglance in its direction. I can't help myself, though--the window displays are part of them problem. They're so fine. They're always so attractive, and I just have to have a look, and then I just have to peek my head in, and then I just have to do one full circuit, and then I just have to treat myself to just one thing, but oh the sale table's just here too, excuse me, bye forever. Stocking Nancybird, Elk, Kip & Co, a plethora of wonderful jewellery makers... I could work at this list for ages or I could just encourage you to go into the store, so maybe just do the latter. It's worth it. See if someone else will mind your wallet for you.

Gifts galore for young and old, handy place for stocking stuffers and other assorted XMAS stuffread more

One of my two favourite stores at Salamanca, the Maker is full of really beautiful handcrafted…read moreitems. From terrarium kits to winter woollies to stunning dresses to pieces of jewellery, here you will find something unique and worthy of treasuring forever, either as a momento of your holiday in Tasmania (if you're visiting) or a reinforcement of why Tasmania is the best state in Australia (if this is home).

Best Uggs and souvenirs in Tasmania! Owners and workers are friendly and very helpful! Great…read moreshopping experience!

From the owner: Sheepskin Rugs & Ugg Boots, Quality Opals, Opal Jewellery, Souvenirs & Much More!read more

A nice gift shop featuring woman's jewellery designed exclusively by the owner…read more We found a nice piece or roman glass mounted as a pendant in a necklace

From the owner: We stock a wide range of silver, gold and amazing resin jewllery, and elegant and unusual Italian…read morehandcrafted gifts.

Need to buy a gift? - preferably jewellery, incense, designer-boxed-wrap-soap or some Balinese-…read moretropical-looking decor, or flowers, flowers, flowers? The this may be the place for you! There gear is pricey but high quality. Great easy location - close to all the restaurants and friendly helpful staff. The decor inside is super cool with their own pond in the middle, if you haven't been here already then go check them out. My only recommendation is for them to expand and open in NZ, preferably West Auckland for my convienence.

Looking for a distinctive florist with striking arrangements comprised of tropical flowers? Then…read moreFlora Gondwana is for you. I needed a beautiful bouquet of cut flowers in a hurry, and the store has a large selection of beautiful arrangements ready to go. Or, if you don't see what you need, staff can put something together for you. Expect to pay $55-$85 for an arrangement without a vase, about what one would expect for high-end floral. I was in-and-out in under 15 minutes with birds of paradise and lilies framed by layers and textures of greenery and dramatic sticks...yes! And if you need a gift item to create that perfect Zen atmosphere, the store is chock full of appropriately exotic items.