Melbourne, renowned for its coffee and culture, is also a hotspot for top-notch watches. Discover the 11 best Watch Shops in Melbourne’s CBD, offering a diverse range from brand-new to vintage timepieces. Whether you’re drawn to Swiss craftsmanship or seeking unique finds, these premier Melbourne stores guarantee impeccable quality for your wrist.
1. Watches of Switzerland
A familiar and trusted distributor when it comes to luxury watches, the Melbourne watch store provides shoppers with a service that showcases just exactly why this brand has been around for over 20 years. Carrying such beautiful timepieces from Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre, IWC and the exclusive Australian dealer of A Lange and Söhne. In addition to providing the aforementioned timepieces, Watches of Switzerland also provide an after-sales service to ensure the durability of their prized products.
Brands: Rolex, A Lange and Söhne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, IWC, TAG Heuer, Tudor
Address: 294 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9671 3388
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
2. Kennedy
A list of the best watch shops Melbourne has to offer would not be complete without Kennedy. Many of the world’s finest brands are provided by this boutique, as well as a driven commitment for excellence in customer service. For over 40 years the shop has offered its amenities to many an esteemed clientele. Offering a wide array of products at the Melbourne shop ranging from jewelry to accessories, its watches are the main draw.
Brands: Patek Philippe, Rolex, IWC, Cartier, Girard-Perregaux, Longines
Address: Crown Casino, Shop 17, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006
Phone: (03) 9686 7900
Hours: Mon-Sun 11am-9pm
3. Monards
Forever in the hearts of many a horologist, a fine Swiss timepiece is never unappreciated. Appreciation for quality, style and craftsmanship is the best way to describe Monards. With over 20 years of experience, the Monards’ team knows their clients, and how to serve them with the utmost attention to detail. Remaining family-owned in that time and still managed by its founder, Patricia Chiu, over 20 brands such as Omega, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet and Piaget are offered at the Melbourne store.
Brands: Omega, Breguet, Piaget, Vacheron Constantin
Address: 7/101 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9650 9288
Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri 10am-6:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm
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4. The Watch Collector Co.
Giving up a career in Clinical Dentistry, The Watch Collector Co. founder Michael Chylinski turned a passion into a flourishing business. Located in the Melbourne CBD and operating on an appointment-only basis, The Watch Collector Co. provides a fraternity that cares for and caters for watches at the highest possible level. You can find some of the finest Melbourne watches at The Watch Collector Co.
Brands: Breitling, Cartier, IWC, Omega, Panerai, Rolex
Address: Level 122, McKillop St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1300 858 960
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm
5. The Hour Glass
The Hour Glass has strived to provide impeccable service alongside equally impressive products. The Hour Glass has a marvelous mission, to become the world’s premier watch shop, while also bringing together watch connoisseurs from all over the globe to share in a passion for watches. Representing over 50 brands, The Hour Glass might be the best watch shop Melbourne has to offer. The Hour Glass is located on Collins Street and offers tailored consultation to all discerning customers.
Brands: Audemars Piguet, Omega, Roger Dubuis, Richard Mille, Cartier
Address: 257 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9650 6988
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm, Sun 11am-5pm
6. Watchtime
Through hard work and steadfast attention to detail, quality and honesty, Watchtime has become not only one of Melbourne’s but also one of Australia’s most trusted resellers of fine watches. For over 25 years Watchtime has been trading in pre-owned as well as new watches specialising in high-grade modern and vintage watches. The watch shop, located at Melbourne’s magnificent Block Arcade, the store’s service-centre is run by a qualified watchmaker and we also have a highly experienced jeweler & watch-case restorer.
Brands: Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Cartier, IWC, Longines, Omega, Rolex
Address: Shop 15, The Block Arcade, 100 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9650 3936
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:15am-5pm, Sat 10:15am-3pm
7. Watch Trader
Continuing the reseller theme, Watch Trader has been handling the resale of many pre-loved timepieces for going on 20 years. Located in the heart of Melbourne at the beautiful Carlow House, Watch Trader has a comfortable customer lounge where clients are welcomed to view the watches on offer as well as discuss the resale of their timepieces. The Watch Trader offers some of the finest second-hand watches Melbourne has to offer.
Brands: Baume & Mercier, Breitling, Chopard, Jaeger-LeCoultre, IWC, Panerai, TAG Heuer
Address: 289 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9654 7171
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
8. European Watch Gallery
Having a reputation as one of Australasia’s premier dealers in high-grade timepieces, the European Watch Gallery is headed by the company’s founder Mr Shonie Herbath, who is considered one of the world’s pre-eminent authorities in Patek Philippe timepieces and has extensive knowledge of other high-grade brands. Located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, this watch shop not only lives by its reputation but excels beyond it.
Brands: Breitling, Chopard, Hublot, Patek Phillipe, Rolex, SevenFriday, Tudor
Address: 83 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9650 1511
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
9. The Watch Gallery
The Melbourne CBD Watch market wouldn’t be complete without The Watch Gallery. For years now the Collins Street retailer has delivered the highest quality products with regard to the second-hand watch market. That magic word “pre-loved” (Or is that two words) is at the core of the Watch Gallery’s business, and Melbourne is better for it.
Brands: Bell & Ross, Blancpain, TAG Heuer, Longines, Oris, Tudor
Address: 337 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9670 4233
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 11am-2pm
10. Hardy Brothers
History and Legacy are two words to associate with Hardy Brothers. For many years now the luxury provider has offered only the finest products to the finest clientele. Obtaining a Royal Warrant is no mean feat, and it is an honour that Hardy Brothers brandishes with pride. Offering an extensive range of timepieces from some of the world’s iconic Swiss brands including Omega, Breitling, Baume and Mercier, Ebel, Zenith and Tag Heuer.
Brands: Baume & Mercier, Buben & Zorweg, Breitling
Address: 338 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9624 5300
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
11. Zaeger Diamonds & Watches
Zaeger Diamonds & Watches loyal commitment to its customers is perhaps the best way to describe specifically why this distributor has remained relevant and more importantly revered. Dealing in both the new and pre-owned market, The Melbourne Watch store, located in Collins Street, provides shoppers with the utmost care and reliability. Zaeger Diamonds & Watches is one of the most highly respected watch shops Melbourne has to offer.
Brands: Baume & Mercier, Breguet, Chopard, , Maurice Lacroix, Montblanc, Omega, Piaget, Zenith
Address: Level 6, Suite 617, 220 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1300 923 437
Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-3pm
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