Shopping
Those in need of serious retail therapy are in good hands with a world of choice in Hamilton from boutiques and high-end fashion stores to large shopping malls. In particular the European inspired Cassabella Lane running between Barton and Anglesea Sts is a hidden shoppers gem with diverse boutiques and cafes.
Speciality markets can be found peppered around the outskirts of the city during weekends.
For shopping centres visit:
- Downtown Plaza running between Ward Street and Garden Pl
ace - Centre Place between Ward and Bryce Streets
- Hamilton Central Shopping Centre at the Tristram Street end of Bryce and Ward Streets
- The Base to the north of the city on Te Rapa Road, which includes a designer fashion outlet
- or try Farmers' department store on Alexandra Street.
Shops and businesses are generally open 9am-5pm Monday - Saturday, however many larger shops and malls are open 7 days.
Clever Gifts
If you're looking for that special New Zealand made gift at a reasonable price;
go and visit the friendly and experienced staff at Clever Gifts in the Downtown Plaza, central Hamilton. You will find gifts for all ages and all occassions, as well a gift wrapping service and the ability to arrange postage around the world if required. Browse the website first before choosing that special gift. Pounamu and paua (local seashell) jewellery a specialty.
Address: Downtown Plaza
Worley Place
Hamilton
Phone: 07 839 4750
DressSmart
Outet shoping at The Base, Te Rapa. Where quality brands sell direct for up to 70% less everyday! Hamilton's premier outlet shopping destination. Enjoy genuine savings in fashion, sportswear, jewellery, cosmetics and accessories including both national and international brands. It's so convenient you can also find delicious coffee, fabulous food and free parking! Brands include Bendon, Trelise Cooper, MacKenzie Country, Overland and Stevens.
Address: Cnr Avalon Drive and Te Rapa Road
Ph: 07 846 0077
Markets 
The region is well known for dairy and horticultural produce, but there are many more speciality food and drinks produced locally - from candy, coffee, and chestnuts, to olive oil, wine, and organic popcorn. Markets in the region vary from being weekly, monthly or annual events, selling a diverse range of products.
Note that some markets to not take place on public holidays or near Christmas. Check with the organiser or local visitor information centre.
Hamilton
- Frankton market
Saturdays 8am-1pm, Commerce St, Frankton, Hamilton Ph. 07 825 0019 or 027 4761245 - Hamilton farmers' market
Sundays 8am-12pm. River Road Car Park, River Road, Hamilton. Ph. 021 685 719
Cambridge
- Cambridge trash & treasure market
2nd Sunday each month. Ph. 07 823 3456 - Cambridge farmers market
Saturday 8.30am - 12.30pm. Cambridge Raceway Taylor Street. Ph. 027 358 1551
Matamata
- Matamata flea & craft market
2nd Saturday each month 8am-12, Matamata Primary School, Broadway St. Ph. 07 888 2868
Morrinsville
- Morrinsville countdown carpark market
3rd Sat each month, 8.30am-12.30pm, Countdown car park, Ph. Gail - 07 887 4856 - Morrinsville country market
1st Sat each month, 8.30am-12.30pm, Canada Street. Ph. B Barker - 07 889 5636
Otorohanga
- Otorohanga craft market
4th Sunday each month, 10.00am-2pm, Maniapoto Street, Otorohanga. Ph. 07 873 7756
Pirongia
- Pirongia country market
Last Sunday each month 8.30am-1pm. Ph. 07 871 9536 - Annual Pirongia craft fair, 27 Sept 2008. Ph. Ian Sutton - 07 871 9131
Putaruru
- Putaruru Overdale market
3rd Saturday each month 8am-12 midday, Overdale Road. Ph. 07 883 8653
Raglan
- Whaingaroa creative market
2nd Sunday every month 10am-2pm, Old School Arts Centre, Stewart Street.
Ph 07 825 8862
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Tamahere market
3rd Saturday each month 8.30am-1pm.
Ph. 07 858 2425
Te Awamutu
- Te Awamutu market
Saturdays from 8am, Roche Street. Ph. 07 871 4811 - Te Awamutu Arawata Market: 4th Saturday each month 8am-1pm, St John's Anglican Church Grounds, Arawata Street. Ph. 07 871 5568
Tirau
- Tirau Craft All Day
3rd Sunday each month, 8am-5pm, Tirau Memorial Hall. Ph. Mrs Lewis - 07 883 7611 - Tirau Markets
3rd Sunday each month, 9am-4pm, 29 Main Road, Tirau. Ph. Alison Steiner - 021 142 0968 - Tirau Trash n Treasure Market
1st Sunday each month, 8am-5pm, Tirau Memorial Hall. Ph. Bunty Nunn - 07 886 6699
Tokoroa
- Tokoroa Farmers Market, every Saturday 8am-12noon. Ph 07 886 6541 or 07 886 0126
- Tokoroa Town Market, every Thursday 3-5pm. Ph 07 886 5237
