Shopping & Markets in and around Sunshine Coast, Queensland

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Shopping And Markets in And Around The Sunshine Coast

Is there any better feeling that a spot of retail therapy in the sun?

The Sunshine Coast is far from just a beach destination, and it offers one of the best shopping experiences on the East Coast of Australia! From malls to boutiques, High Street stores to farmer’s markets, flea markets to souvenir shops, you’ll find it all.

Sunshine Plaza

Sunshine Plaza is the largest shopping centre on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland and has been servicing the local region since 1994. Coles, Kmart, Myer and Target.

The Original Eumundi Markets

Come and enjoy the enchanting experience of the world famous Original Eumundi Markets – renowned for locally made artisan treasures. Open rain, hail or shine every Saturday from 7am to 2pm and Wednesday from 8am to 1.30pm.

Montville

Montville offers something for everyone from boutique shopping, art & craft galleries to quirky cafes, burger bars, tea rooms, confectionery shops, boutique pubs and fine dining restaurants… and much more!

Caloundra Street Fair

A hidden treasure on the Sunshine Coast, featuring 100 unique stalls, the Caloundra Street Fair has something for the whole family.

Retail Therapy in the Sun!

Many visitors love to spend a few hours wandering around the local markets, tasting some delicious local foods, made from freshly grown ingredients, whilst purchasing handmade goods and perhaps some local jewellery too. For the ultimate market experience, certainly head to Emundi on a Wednesday and Saturday! This is when the entire town basically turns into a market, and you’ll find a whole host of souvenirs and items to purchase and take back home with you.

Alternatively, the Noosa Farmer’s Market offers the ideal opportunity to try some local snacks and ingredients, such as cheeses, honey, jams, meat, and breads. You’ll struggle to reign in your temptation as you sniff out those delicious treats!

Want more markets? Peregian Beach Market is a great spot, and you can combine a little time on the sand, with some shopping later in the day. Cotton Tree Market is a great family destination too, and you’ll find the accompanying Caloundra Street Fair, with music, street artists, entertainment, and a general merry vibe in the air.

Prefer the Indoors?

If you want to get out of the sun for a little while, and perhaps head into a slice of air conditioned heaven, head to Hastings Street in Noosa, where you’ll find some upmarket clothes to try! You could just window shop if you don’t want to bash your credit card too much, but you’ll certainly be tempted to take home something new. Alternatively, Noosaville is home to Gympie Terrace, another spot for boutique-style shopping, or head to Montville’s busy shopping streets, with many High Street stores to check out. One of the most popular places to head is Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore. Here you’ll be able to have the ultimate mall experience, with food outlets, coffee shops, air conditioning, and of course, plenty of shops to check out.

If you want more of a quick reference guide, let’s list a few of the must visit spots, for easy reference.

Markets to Visit

Kunara Organic Marketplace – Open every day, you’ll be able to try some delicious organic, local dishes here
Caloundra Street Fair & Caloundra Twilight Markets during festive period and special days – check online to find out when the Twilight Markets are operating, as these are generally on special occasions only. Having said that, the Street Fair is a regular deal
Tin Can Bay Markets – Held on the third Saturday of the month near Gympie
Eumundi Square – A massive market held every Wednesday and Saturday
Caloundra Country Markets – Enjoy some rural fare every Sunday morning, with a picturesque beachside location
Noosa Farmer’s Market – Every Sunday, and a hugely popular market for both locals and visitors

Shopping Streets & Malls to Visit

Kawana Shopping World – At just 10 minutes on foot to Kawana Beach, this is a great place to head for a spot of air conditioned, shopping fun! With around 160 different stores, and a food court, you’ll have plenty of choice
Sunshine Plaza – this is the largest mall on the coast and it has over 200 stores to check out, as well as a large food court and a multi-screen cinema too. You could easily spend a day here, or an evening if you wanted to a chilled out, indoor shopping experience
The Wharf Mooloolaba – This is actually an entertainment district, but it has a lot of shopping opportunities, whilst also allowing you a nightlife and dining experience too
Hasting Street, Noosa – A top spot for upmarket clothing
The shopping streets of Montville
Gympie Terrace in Noosaville – Another retail street hotspot

What Should You Buy?

With so many places to shop and do some credit card damage, you might want to bring an empty suitcase for your return journey home! Of course, you might be wondering whether there are any specific souvenirs you should be buying from this area, to remember your time by.

The rural delicacies are certainly things to purchase, but do be careful taking these back home, as border control often restricts the transportation of any type of food or drink. For that reason, buy them and enjoy them on the day! Fill your boots, you’re on vacation!

Aside from that, you’ll find lots of clothing choices to buy, with the surfer, laid back style everywhere you look. Grab some board shorts, some funky flip flops (thongs), and some beach dresses, to show off your Australian style back home! You’ll also find some high quality tailoring and evening dress stores, especially on Hasting Street in Noosa, and in the big shopping malls. Depending on the prices you’re used to paying back home, these might end up cheaper to buy whilst you’re on vacation.