2024 Discover Ipswich Visitor Guide

DISCOVER IPSWICH SHOPPING

Ipswich’s best eclectic stores Shop ‘til you drop at

Soul Nook Collective

Oh! JoJo Boutique

Rare and Pretty Dolls

The Vintage Advantage

Obsession Shoes Boutique

The Black Museum

Ipswich Antique Centre

By Ashleigh Howarth

A delightful display of nostalgia, set up to excite your inner child, with all the wonderful toys available as new. We have plenty of classics from the 1960s to now, with a few genuine antiques, for the more discerning collector. We buy and sell a wide selection of dolls, toys and action figures. clock Open Tuesday – Sunday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Location-Dot 203 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305 ARROW-POINTER Rareprettydoll.com Those who are seeking to bring a little magic and positive energy into their lives, The Soul Cauldron in the Old Flour Mill building sells tarot cards, dream catchers, lanterns, spell kits, incense, diaries and more. Ulli’s New Age Rockz in nearby Nicholas Street stock a wide range of crystals, oracle cards, books, candles, oils and herbs. Whether you are a collector, a big kid at heart, or hoping to find that perfect gift for someone special, you can’t go past Rare and Pretty Dolls inside Arttime Gallery & Fine Art Supplies . Here you will find everything from vintage toys such as Care Bears, Strawberry Shortcake, My Little Pony and Polly Pocket, to new characters from Barbie, Bratz, Disney, Monster High and Magic Mixies. Also inside Arttime Gallery & Fine Art Supplies you can find Dark Magician Games with popular items like Dungeons and Dragons, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokémon, pop vinyls and action figures.

One of the best places in the Top of Town precinct for unique and handmade gifts is Embers & Twine , where you can fill your shopping bag with items such as candles, melts, bath salts, sonic diffusers, organic tea, teapots and cups. If you’re looking to decorate, or wanting to find that one-of-a-kind item, The Vintage Advantage and the Ipswich Antique Centre are a haven for vintage pieces just waiting to find life in a new space. Find pre-loved wares including furniture, art, china and ceramics, glassware and more. In the nearby country town of Marburg, just a 20 minute drive from Ipswich Central are two more stores that are well worth a visit. First is The Black Museum , which houses quality antique and contemporary furnishings with unique lighting, decor and art in the mix. Lastly, The Soul Nook Collective , which is located inside an old church, is a popular destination for shopping, coffee and live music.

From marvellous fashion finds to charming novelty items, special one-of-a-kind products and rare antiques, Ipswich is a great place for any shopaholic to shop ‘til they drop. One of the city’s best shopping districts is the Top of Town precinct, which caters to every taste and budget. Fashion enthusiasts will love browsing the latest trends at Obsession Shoes Boutique , which carries overseas cult brands, while Oh! JoJo Boutique stocks clothing, accessories and jewellery. For the little ones, Cute to Boot features an adorable range of baby clothes, toys and nursey items.

Rare and Pretty Dolls

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