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SHOPPING CENTRES
The Waterfront – Knysna Quays
Situated around a stylish marina, the Waterfront Quays offer a curated shopping experience featuring boutiques, art galleries, fashion outlets, and African curio stores—all surrounded by excellent dining options.
Address: 21 Waterfront Drive, Knysna
Tel: +27 44 382 0955
Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre
Built on the site of Knysna’s early 20th-century sawmill, Woodmill Lane combines local character with modern convenience. Here you'll find shops ranging from Pick n Pay supermarket to boutiques, galleries, gift stores, and family-friendly dining. The original yellowwood timber structure is preserved throughout.
Address: Main Road (Rawson St side), Knysna
Tel: +27 44 382 3045
Knysna Mall
Knysna’s largest shopping destination, Knysna Mall offers over 60 retail outlets, dining choices, a cinema, and extensive parking. You'll find everything from national chains to specialist fashion, homeware, and lifestyle stores.
Address: 42–51 Main Road, Knysna Central
Tel: +27 44 382 4574
CRAFTS / GIFTS
Love Gifts
A cheerful and welcoming shop filled with fun, affordable treasures that bring a smile. Perfect for thoughtful gifts or souvenirs, with a warm selection of greeting cards, quirky trinkets, and lovely finds for all occasions.
Shop 11, Pledge Square, 46 Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 082 687 1974
Woodland Beads
An eclectic emporium offering everything from artisan beads and incense to vintage-style silver pieces sourced from around the globe. Ideal for craft lovers, DIY-makers, and lovers of unique décor.
Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre, Rawson Street, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 6723
SPECIALITY SHOPS
The German Shop
Offering a wide selection of high-quality imported European goods, The German Shop stocks German, Dutch, Austrian and Italian specialty foods, leather gifts, kitchenware, clothing, toys, games, crafts, and candles.
Address: 45 Waterfront Drive, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 0892
Leathers & Feathers
Located in the Knysna Waterfront Quays, this distinguished store specialises in handmade ostrich leather products, from handbags, belts, wallets, and purses to leather-lined shawls and pashminas. A perfect blend of craftsmanship and luxury.
Address: Knysna Waterfront Quays
Tel: 044 382 1693
CHAIN STORES
Woolworths
Well‑known for its high-quality range of clothing, food, homeware, and beauty products. Conveniently located within Knysna Mall.
Shop 16, Knysna Mall, Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 302 2900
Cape Union Mart
South Africa’s go‑to adventure outfitter. Stocking gear for hiking, camping, running, mountain biking, travel, and snow sports.
Shop 6, Knysna Mall, Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 4653
Kloppers
A well-established department store offering electronics, home appliances, and small household items. Just next door to Knysna Mall.
54 Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 302 7800
SPORTS
Bespoked Bike Shop
An independent cycling shop stocking Rocky Mountain bikes, ION apparel, and stand-up paddleboards. Ideal for riders seeking quality products and personalised advice.
28 Waterfront Drive, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 0086
Ultimate Cycling Knysna
Offers a broad range of cycling accessories, spares, and bikes, plus expert mechanical service. Regular weekly rides are hosted by friendly staff, with extensive trail advice for both locals and holidaymakers.
53 Waterfront Drive, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 3238
Scratch Golf
Specialising in golf apparel, fitted clubs, and tech-driven equipment testing. Lessons available with resident pros for golfers looking to improve or rent gear.
Thesen Island, Knysna
Tel: 044 302 5758
Breezers Fishing
Located in central Knysna, this fishing specialist stocks top brands like Shimano, Daiwa, Berkley, Rapala, and Mustad. Local expertise makes it an excellent stop for gear advice or tackle purchases.
Corner Gray Street & Trotter Street, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 6023
SportsCentre
Knysna’s largest multi-sport store, offering fishing rods, reels, lures, knives, hunting gear, and outdoor clothing from top brands. Ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Knysna Mall, Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 6000
Surf Culture – Knysna Mall
Your destination for surfboard gear, beachwear, and lifestyle clothing curated from leading global brands.
Knysna Mall, Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 2134
Crush Surf – Waterfront
Specialist surf and swim lifestyle store offering boards, beachwear, accessories, and resort fashion.
Waterfront Quays, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 3669
JEWELLERY
Goldsmiths Knysna
Expert craftsmen in bespoke diamond and gem-set jewellery, creating custom pieces in 18ct gold and platinum. Collections often feature rare and collectible stones. Located in Thesen Harbour Town.
Long Street, Thesen Island, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 5026
Knysna Jewellers / Knysna Diamond Corporation
A highly regarded jeweller with two studios: one in Woodmill Lane and another at Knysna Waterfront. They offer precious stones including diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, rubies, and tanzanite, expertly set in gold, silver, or platinum.
Woodmill Lane & Knysna Waterfront
Tel: 044 382 1325
Tandia Jewellers
Located at Shop 47 on the Waterfront Quays, Tandia Jewellers is renowned for its fine Tanzanite, diamond, and precious gemstone jewellery. They also feature a boutique section offering handmade ostrich and crocodile leather goods alongside African-inspired accessories.
Address: Shop 47, Knysna Waterfront Quays
Tel: 066 180 8467
Dazzling Jewellers Knysna
Run by artisanal jeweller Debbie Zeelie, this boutique store offers customised silver and gold designs in 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, and 22ct. Services include jewellery design, repairs, resizing, cleaning, gemstone setting, and valuations.
Shop 10C, Memorial Square, Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 4958
DÉCOR / FURNITURE / HOMEWARE
Fechters Furniture
Fechters has been crafting quality furniture in Knysna since 1936. They specialise in custom-made indoor and outdoor furniture using a variety of hardwoods and finishes, with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and sustainability.
26 Main Road, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 7294
Metelerkamps
A renowned homeware store offering an upmarket selection of kitchenware, small appliances, fireplaces, luxury teas and gourmet foods. Stockists of Le Creuset, SMEG, and Morso among others.
3 Union Street, off Waterfront Drive, Knysna
Tel: 044 382 0274
Beachsand
A lifestyle store offering beach-inspired décor, Indian hardwood furniture, gifts, and home textiles. They focus on reclaimed and repurposed wood products with a coastal aesthetic.
Knysna Mall (next to Mr Price Home), Main Road
Tel: 044 382 0275
ART / ANTIQUES
Knysna Art Gallery (Old Gaol Complex)
Located in the historic Old Gaol building, the Knysna Art Gallery is managed by the Knysna Arts Society and hosts rotating exhibitions of local and national artists. It’s an inviting cultural hub with changing displays throughout the year.
7 Main Road, Knysna Central
Tel: 044 302 6320
Knysna Fine Art Gallery
Situated in historic Thesen House on Long Street, this renowned gallery features curated contemporary and traditional artworks by South African and international artists. A world-class collection in a stunning venue.
Thesen House, 6 Long Street, Knysna Central
Tel: 044 382 5107
Art on Queen (Art Café on Queen)
A cozy gallery and café tucked into Knysna’s historic old town corner at Queen and Green Streets. Known for colourful exhibitions, artisan gifts, pastries, and gourmet coffee—perfect for casual browsing and relaxed art appreciation.
Corner Queen & Green Street, Knysna Central
Tel: 082 657 4122
Wazy Antiques & Collectables
Specialising in European vintage and antique furniture, restored and upcycled pieces, and unique home décor. Now operating in Knysna with nationwide delivery available.
Knysna (Woodmill Lane vicinity)
Tel/WhatsApp: 063 794 9226
More at the Gallery
A creative hub on Leisure Isle that doubles as a gallery, café, and restaurant. Enjoy light meals, coffee, and gelato surrounded by curated artworks. The space transforms seasonally into immersive art installations — ideal for a relaxed gallery visit or casual dinner in a laid‑back setting.
12 Kingsway Street, Leisure Isle, Knysna
Tel: 082 047 5679 | Email: more.knysna@gmail.com
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