From the bustling Queen Street Mall and its nearby surrounds, to the funky urban villages, to the vibrant weekend markets, Brisbane is a city that loves to shop. Follow in the footsteps of the locals in the know to a few of their favourite haunts...
Queen Street Mall and Surrounds
Home to bright lights and big-name delights, the Queen Street Mall and its nearby surrounds is Queensland’s premier shopping destination.
The mall is a half-kilometre strip of shopping paradise, home to over 700 specialty stores, six shopping centres, four elegant arcades and two freshly-dressed department stores. See the state's largest collection of flagship stores, unique boutiques, and international fashion houses. International designers of the likes of Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co, national designers such as Wayne Cooper and Lisa Ho, as well as a long list of local designers, all call the Queen Street Mall home.
The many streets that surround the Queen Street Mall offer equally amazing shopping options. Adelaide, Albert, Edward and Elizabeth Streets, and across the river to South Bank, are dream destinations for shopping enthusiasts with a multitude of one-of-a-kind stores, designer fashion boutiques and beauty salons.
And when the shopping is over and it’s time to relax, the Queen Street Mall and surrounds offer an enormous range of entertainment, street theatre, art, beauty salons … and not to mention the countless dining options, from cafes, bars and bistros, to award winning fine dining restaurants.
For more information on Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall and its nearby surrounds visit: www.queenstreetmall.com
Urban Villages
Brisbane is abundant with urban hotspots that are home to innovative and unique shopping. From north to south, east to west, there are hidden treasures to be found in every corner of this big city.
Head to Fortitude Valley for designer fashion at The Emporium or on James, Ann and Brunswick Streets. Paddington is the perfect suburb to visit if you are on the hunt for unique clothing, home-wares and antiques, with an assortment of adorable stores located in quant cottages. Then there is Bulimba, a riverside suburb offering gorgeous gift shops and clothing boutiques. And don’t forget Brisbane’s other urban villages that offer satisfying shopping experiences - West End, Ascot and Hamilton.
Markets
Brisbane's great climate makes it the prime location for outdoor markets. Get amongst the locals and experience Brisbane’s market culture. Here is a taste of what is on offer...
Eagle Street Pier Art & Craft Market
Encircles Brisbane's celebrated dining precinct.
Eagle Street Pier, Brisbane. Every Sunday, 8am-3pm.
Green Flea Community Market
Farm fresh fabulous foods and other treats.
Davies Park, West End. Every Saturday, 6am-2pm.
Jan Power's Farmers Markets
Farm fresh fabulous foods and other treats.
Brisbane Powerhouse Centre for the Arts, New Farm. 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month, 7am-12noon.
Riverside Markets
Started over 19 years ago in a fabulous location.
Riverside Centre & Eagle Street, Brisbane. Every Sunday, 7am-4pm.
South Bank Lifestyle Market
Over 80 stalls of quality art and craft pieces amidst the excitement of South Bank.
Grey Street, South Bank. Every Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 11am-5pm & Sunday 9am-5pm.
Valley Markets
Vintage and emerging fashions, accessories, vinyl, oriental gifts and more.
Brunswick Street & Chinatown Malls, Fortitude Valley. Every Saturday & Sunday, 8am-4pm.
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