Top Pet-Friendly Shopping Spots in Australia (City-by-City Guide)

Ever wondered where you can take your dog in a stroller while shopping?

If you love retail therapy and your furry friend does too, you're in luck. With a Pawbella Pet Stroller, your dog stays safely contained and secure thanks to our built-in leash. And the best part? Many Aussie shopping centres allow it!

We've sniffed out the top 10 pet-friendly shopping spots in every Australian capital city, so you know exactly where to go, no matter where you live. Let's dive in!

Melbourne's Most Pet-Friendly Shopping Spots

1. 1. Burwood Brickworks – Indoor pet-friendly mall with green paw access stickers.

   2. Chapel Street Precinct – 500+ stores and cafés with "Paw on the Door" signs.

   3. High Street Armadale – Stylish strip full of pet-welcoming boutiques.

   4. Gasworks Plaza, Albert Park – Pooch parking + water bowls.

   5. Fitzroy/Brunswick Street – Cafes and shops with major dog love.

   6. North Fitzroy – Great stroller paths + friendly coffee stops.

   7. South Melbourne Market (outdoor only) – Stroller-safe, but avoid food zones.

   8. Camberwell Sunday Market – Big market, dog- and stroller-friendly.

   9. Carlton Gardens Precinct – Leafy paths + pet-friendly patios.

   10. Bunnings – Dogs welcome across all stores in strollers or on leash.

Sydney's Dog-Loving Retail Destinations

1. 1. Birkenhead Point Outlet – Strollers allowed in outdoor zones. Look for paw prints!

   2. East Village Zetland – Indoor mall with pet-friendly common spaces.

   3. The Cannery, Rosebery – Dogs welcome outdoors.

   4. Home HQ Artarmon – Open to leashed or strollered pets.

   5. Newtown & Surry Hills – Inner West is full of dog-loving shops.

   6. Glebe Markets – Weekend markets with pup perks.

   7. Paddington Markets – Local makers and dogs unite.

   8. Bondi Beach strip – Dog-friendly boutiques and outdoor cafés.

   9. Balmain shopping strip – Cute + classy stores allow dogs outside.

   10. Bunnings – Always pet-stroller friendly.

Brisbane's Best Dog Day Out Spots

1. 1. Gasworks Plaza, Newstead – Water bowls and pup parking galore.

   2. East Village, Coorparoo – Dog-friendly and relaxed.

   3. VEND Marketplaces – Indoor stalls welcome strollers.

   4. South Bank precinct – Great riverside walk and outdoor shops.

   5. Eat Street Northshore – Massive food zone with stroller access.

   6. West End Markets – Saturday markets packed with pups.

   7. Queen Street Mall cafés – Outdoor café tables are okay for strollers.

   8. New Farm Park + Cafes – Pet-lovers paradise.

   9. Paddington retail strip – Boutique pet-friendly shops.

   10. Harbour Town Gold Coast – Open-air outlet mall that loves dogs.

Perth's Paw-Approved Places

1. 1. Cockburn Gateway Piazza – Spacious outdoor stroller zone.

   2. Floreat Forum – Outdoor areas are pet-friendly.

   3. Mount Lawley / Beaufort Street – Chill shopping and doggy patios.

   4. Fremantle Markets – Outdoor access only.

   5. Leederville cafés – Plenty of pup-friendly stops.

   6. Hillary's Boat Harbour – Lovely stroll + shopping.

   7. South Perth foreshore – Perfect for a walk + shop combo.

   8. Dog Swamp Centre – Some outdoor areas are pet-okay.

   9. Subiaco strip – Shady, stylish, and stroller-safe.

   10. Bunnings – Yes to dogs in strollers.

Adelaide's Top 10 Dog-Friendly Shopping Zones

1. 1. Harbour Town Adelaide – Big open-air mall for pets.

   2. Rundle Street (East End) – Heaps of outdoor dining and shops.

   3. Glenelg Jetty Road – Coastal strip with pet-friendly vibes.

   4. Hahndorf village – Country town charm and dog-loving stores.

   5. Semaphore shopping strip – Great community, better pet perks.

   6. Adelaide Central Market (outdoor) – Nearby cafés allow pets.

   7. North Adelaide Village – Pets welcome in leafy surrounds.

   8. Henley Square – Chill beachy cafés for brunch with your buddy.

   9. Norwood Parade – Fashion + food + pets = yes.

   10. Bunnings – Your go-to dog-safe store.

Canberra's Chillest Pet Stops

1. 1. Kingston Foreshore – Waterside cafés love dogs.

   2. Braddon – Trendy + dog-adoring.

   3. Capital Brewing Co. – Grab a beer with your buddy.

   4. Local Press Café – Pet seating ready.

   5. Garema Place / City Walk – Browse boutiques with a stroller.

   6. Southside Farmers Market – Paws welcome!

   7. Belconnen precinct – Dog parks and cafés nearby.

   8. Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets – A stroll-friendly outdoor market.

   9. Pialligo wineries – Great place for a chill sip.

   10. Bunnings – All good with a stroller.

Hobart's Most Dog-Welcoming Shopping Precincts

1. 1. Salamanca Place – Visit on non-market days for patio seating.

   2. Battery Point – Old-school charm with shops that allow pets.

   3. Sandy Bay Village – Laid-back and leash-friendly.

   4. North Hobart cafés – Most outdoor tables welcome pets.

   5. Cascade Brewery – Beer + bow-wows.

   6. Elizabeth Street cafés – Great for a stroll and a bite to eat.

   7. Farm Gate Markets – Market mornings with your mate.

   8. Rospina Village precincts – Quiet strips with pet perks.

   9. Mount Wellington trail stops – Post-hike coffee? Yes please.

   10. Bunnings – Always pet-stroller approved.

Final Tips

• Look for signs at entry points

• Be respectful to other shoppers

• Bring your poop bags

• Keep the stroller zipped or clipped

• Pawbella strollers feature a built-in leash, making even "leashed only" areas safe.

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