Plato's Wonder. Create. Discover

Plato's Wonder. Create. Discover We're more than a toy shop, we sell gifts for all ages. But we're more than just a gift shop too! Plato's Wonder. Create.

Discover is a great, gift, toy and educational experience in Salamanca Square, Hobart. Plato's traded as Socrates for Curious Minds for 18 years until the brand refresh in July 2016

Shine light wherever you need it with these Flexi Flower Lamps 🌸 These nifty cordless lamps feature a fully flexible ste...
09/09/2026

Shine light wherever you need it with these Flexi Flower Lamps 🌸

These nifty cordless lamps feature a fully flexible stem that can be bent into almost any shape. You can stand them on tables and book nooks, coil them around something or even drape it right around your neck! USB-C rechargeable and with 3 light modes for ultimate flexibility.

They’d be handy for reading, DIY and crafts or simply as a lovely decor item. The possibilities are endless!

Give yourself a laugh in the form of these new Judgy Pets car air fresheners! Each double-sided design features a sassy,...
09/09/2026

Give yourself a laugh in the form of these new Judgy Pets car air fresheners! Each double-sided design features a sassy, silently judgemental pet and a lovely fragrance - there’s 8 designs to choose from for both dog and cat lovers.

Question your driving skills and life choices!

For all the Hello Kitty and Friends and Sanrio lovers in your life!
07/09/2026

For all the Hello Kitty and Friends and Sanrio lovers in your life!

Boo! Get in the spooky spirit with new Jellies from this year’s Halloween release - featuring Growlston Gargoyle, Amusea...
07/09/2026

Boo! Get in the spooky spirit with new Jellies from this year’s Halloween release - featuring Growlston Gargoyle, Amuseables Candle and Peanut Cat Outfit.

Looking for something that isn’t scary but decidedly cute? We’ve also gotten in friendly Rockleton and tiny Peanut Bag charm!

Meet your new sensory obsession - Wild Republic Mini Poppykins! These new plush combine cuddles with fidgets to make the...
03/09/2026

Meet your new sensory obsession - Wild Republic Mini Poppykins! These new plush combine cuddles with fidgets to make the ultimate soothing companion. Each plush has a poppable bubble tummy, a bit like popping bubble wrap - but these can be popped over and over again! Simply squeeze their bellies to start over.

You might have spotted Poppykins Axolotl around the store before - our friendly pink axolotl with poppy feet. Say hi now to its’ mini siblings! Comes in a variety of collectable designs - including Highland Cow, T-Rex, Sea Turtle and Koala 💚

Needohs are restocked!We’ve gotten some Needohs in! Get excited for Teenie Nice Ice Baby Multi-packs, Jelly Squish, Nice...
27/08/2026

Needohs are restocked!

We’ve gotten some Needohs in! Get excited for Teenie Nice Ice Baby Multi-packs, Jelly Squish, Nice-sicles, Nice Cream Cones, Peace O’ Cake, Squeezza Pizza and Glowy Ghosts.

Needohs are strictly limited to two per customer to keep things fair for everyone. Thank you for understanding.

If you’d like to place a Click and Collect order to secure your Needohs, please use discount clickandcollect at checkout to remove shipping costs.

DIY your own super soft squishies with these new Squishy Maker Magic Kits! Make your own custom creations by pouring in ...
20/08/2026

DIY your own super soft squishies with these new Squishy Maker Magic Kits!

Make your own custom creations by pouring in special squishy glue into moulds and mixing and matching colours and decorating with charms. All you have to do is wait for your squishies to set!

Bubble Tea, Cute Food and Kawaii Creations designs now available in store. Recommended for ages 5+!

Add attitude to your reading material with these fabulous Salty Birds and Moody Cats magnetic bookmark sets. Each bookma...
20/08/2026

Add attitude to your reading material with these fabulous Salty Birds and Moody Cats magnetic bookmark sets. Each bookmark features a delightfully sassy quip!

Clip on these bookmarks to add a bit of side-eye to any page.

We had a fabulous evening last night at the Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards, where Plato's was a finalis...
16/08/2026

We had a fabulous evening last night at the Greater Hobart Small Business Excellence Awards, where Plato's was a finalist in the Customer Service Section. Well done to the winners, even though we didn't get it this year, I'm still so proud of my team for going above and beyond.
(Photo is Chloe, Kirsten and Chae)

New visitor at Plato’s - he’s big, he’s bold, he’s Hobart’s favourite seal! AC3D, our favourite local makers of 3D print...
10/08/2026

New visitor at Plato’s - he’s big, he’s bold, he’s Hobart’s favourite seal!

AC3D, our favourite local makers of 3D printed fidgets, now make Neil the Seal in 3D.

Choose from big Neil, who wears his traffic cone on his head and little Neil, who comes with his own traffic cone.

Also back in stock are AC3D Pocket Pets and new larger critters - adopt your own today!

Address

10 Salamanca Square
Hobart, TAS
7004

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+61362237700

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