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Shopping

Designer labels to Sunday markets. Most centres open late on Thursdays.

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Shopping centresDepartment stores, designer labels and outlets

Broadbeach · Shopping centre · Open 7 days

Pacific Fair

The coast's big one: more than 400 stores in an open-air, resort-style centre, from David Jones and Myer to Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and Tiffany & Co. Lunch on The Patio, then catch an IMAX session upstairs.

Local tip Thursday is late-night shopping, until 9pm. Parking is free for 5 hours, and free after 5pm; valet and paid personal styling are available too.
Address
Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–9pm · Sun 9am–5pm
Good for
Designer labels, department stores, rainy days
The Oasis at dusk, with its signs lit up
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Broadbeach · Neighbourhood centre · Open 7 days

The Oasis

Broadbeach's everyday centre, across the road from the beach at Kurrawa Park: Woolworths, Priceline, Cotton On, a medical centre, gyms and casual cafés under one roof.

Local tip Three hours' free parking once a day in the undercover car park. The Broadbeach North tram stop is a short walk away.
Address
75 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–7pm · Sun 10.30am–4pm
Good for
Everyday errands, groceries

Robina · Shopping centre · Open 7 days

Robina Town Centre

A huge, easy all-rounder: more than 320 stores including David Jones, Myer, Apple, H&M and a LEGO store, plus The Kitchens food hall and lakeside dining on The Promenade.

Local tip Parking is free across more than 6,800 spaces. It is off the tram line, so drive, or take the train to Robina station, about 800 metres away.
Address
Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina QLD 4230
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–9pm · Sun 10am–4pm
Good for
Big shops, families, free parking

Southport · Shopping centre · Open 7 days

Australia Fair

Southport's practical, budget-friendly mall, with Kmart, Woolworths, Coles, JB Hi-Fi and a cinema, right on the G:link tram line.

Local tip The first 3 hours' parking is free; pay by card at the exit after that. Kmart and Woolworths stay open until 9pm.
Address
42 Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–9pm · Sun 10.30am–4pm
Good for
Everyday basics, budget buys
Shoppers walking past the Harbour Town sign and palms
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Biggera Waters · Outlet centre · Open 7 days

Harbour Town Premium Outlets

Open-air outlet shopping with more than 200 brands at up to 70% off, including Coach, Michael Kors, Hugo Boss, Polo Ralph Lauren, Camilla and R.M. Williams.

Local tip Overseas visitors can pick up a free Tourist Discount Card at the Tourism Lounge, which also minds luggage. There's a free shopper shuttle from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach; book ahead.
Address
147–189 Brisbane Road, Biggera Waters QLD 4216
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–7pm · Sun 10am–5pm
Good for
Outlet bargains, a half-day trip
The Silk Laundry store, with a marble counter and white flowers
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Broadbeach · Fashion label at Pacific Fair

Silk Laundry

The Brisbane-born label known for its modern take on the 90s silk slip dress, now with shirts, camisoles, skirts and pants in silk.

Local tip Find it on Level 1 at Pacific Fair, which stays open late on Thursdays.
Address
Shop 2765, Level 1, Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri 9.30am–5.30pm · Thu 9.30am–9pm · Sat 9.30am–5pm · Sun 10am–4.30pm
Phone
07 5610 6001
Good for
Silk, special pieces
Inside the Zimmermann boutique at Pacific Fair
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Broadbeach · Designer label at Pacific Fair

Zimmermann

Founded in Sydney in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, the label is known for feminine pieces in vivid colour and print.

Local tip It is on Level 1 at Pacific Fair, open late on Thursdays.
Address
Shop 2768–2769, Level 1, Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 9.30am–6pm · Thu 9.30am–9pm · Sun 10am–5pm
Phone
07 5572 9463
Good for
Designer fashion
Stone walls and a bench inside the Camilla and Marc boutique
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Broadbeach · Designer label at Pacific Fair

Camilla and Marc

The Sydney label of siblings Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman, known for sharp tailoring with a feminine edge. The Pacific Fair boutique also stocks shoes and jewellery.

Local tip Want a styling appointment? Call the boutique to arrange one.
Address
Shop 2712, Level 1, Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri 9.30am–5.30pm · Thu 9.30am–9pm · Sat 9.30am–5pm · Sun 10am–5pm
Phone
07 5690 5185
Good for
Tailoring, designer fashion
Shelves and clothing racks in the Assembly Label store
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Broadbeach · Australian label at Pacific Fair

Assembly Label

Minimalist, well-made wardrobe essentials for men and women, plus homewares and accessories, from an Australian label founded in 2011.

Local tip It is on Level 1 at Pacific Fair, open late on Thursdays.
Address
Shop 2714A, Level 1, Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Wed, Fri 9am–5.30pm · Thu 9am–9pm · Sat 9am–5pm · Sun 10am–5pm
Phone
07 5606 0325
Good for
Wardrobe basics, menswear
Pink tulips on the bench at Doré, Burleigh Heads
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Burleigh Heads · Australian label at Doré

Alémais

An Australian label known for joyful original prints, patchwork and embroidery on dresses and separates in plant-based fibres.

Local tip Shop online, or in person at Doré in Burleigh Heads, which stocks the label.
Address
Doré, 3/53 James Street, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Hours
Doré: Mon–Sat 9am–4pm · Sun 9am–3pm
Good for
Prints, special pieces
Handbags on white shelves inside Camargue, which stocks Romance Was Born
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Fortitude Valley, Brisbane · Australian label at Camargue

Romance Was Born

The Sydney label of Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales, known since 2005 for exuberant, art-filled designs and artist collaborations.

Local tip Shop online, or at Camargue in Brisbane; call ahead to check what's in stock. It pairs well with our Brisbane day trip.
Address
Camargue, 5/46 James Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Hours
Camargue: Mon–Fri 9.30am–5.30pm · Sat 9.30am–5pm · Sun 10am–4pm
Phone
07 3252 1100
Good for
Statement pieces
The Lifeline shop on Palm Beach Avenue
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Palm Beach · Op shops

Palm Beach Op Shops

Three charity op shops: Vinnies and Lifeline sit a few doors apart on Palm Beach Avenue, and the Salvos are on Eighth Avenue. Good all-round stock, so check the racks for vintage.

Local tip Vinnies opens daily (Sunday 10am–2pm); the Salvos are closed on Sundays.
Address
Palm Beach Avenue and Eighth Avenue, Palm Beach QLD 4221
Hours
Vinnies: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–3pm · Sun 10am–2pm
Good for
Vintage finds, bargains

Currumbin Waters & Labrador · Op shops

Lifeline Shops

Two Lifeline shops worth the trip: Currumbin's is huge, with a premium vintage range, and Labrador's, tucked inside Metro Plaza, takes some finding but is good for jewellery.

Local tip Check opening hours on Lifeline Queensland's shop finder before you go.
Address
Stewart Road, Currumbin Waters QLD 4223 · Metro Plaza, 7–11 Brown Street, Labrador QLD 4215
Good for
Vintage finds, jewellery

Weekend marketsFarmers' and makers' markets (check the day)

Every Sunday · 6am–11.30am

Surfers Paradise · Farmers' & artisan market · Free entry

HOTA Farmers & Artisan Markets

The coast's favourite Sunday-morning ritual, beside the lake at HOTA: seasonal farm produce (plenty of it organic), artisan food, good coffee, boutique fashion and handmade goods, with live music.

Local tip It runs rain, hail or shine. HOTA's car park is free before 9am but fills quickly on market mornings, so go early.
Address
HOTA, Home of the Arts, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Good for
Sunday breakfast, fresh produce

1st & 3rd Sundays · 8am–2pm

Broadbeach · Makers' market · Free entry

The Coastal Markets

Hundreds of makers line the beachfront paths of Kurrawa Park with handmade art, fashion, homewares and design, plus live music and food. Browse, buy, then swim: a very Gold Coast Sunday.

Local tip Rain or shine, and dogs on leads are welcome. A sister market runs at Justins Park, Burleigh Heads, on the last Sunday of the month.
Address
Kurrawa Park, 155 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Good for
Gifts, local makers, families
Shoppers choosing fresh produce at Burleigh Market
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Every Saturday · 7am–12pm

Burleigh Heads · Farmers' market · Free entry

Burleigh Market

A friendly community farmers' market in the grounds of Burleigh Heads State School: fruit and veg, meat, fish, deli lines, bread, flowers and plants, plus crafts, antiques and live music.

Local tip Parking is free on site. On the last Saturday of the month there are racks of pre-loved clothing too.
Address
Burleigh Heads State School, cnr Gold Coast Highway & West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Good for
Saturday mornings, fresh produce
Market tents on the oval at the Gold Coast Organic Farmers Market
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Every Sunday · 6am–11.30am

Mermaid Waters · Certified-organic market · Free entry

Organic Gold Coast Farmers Market

Growers sell certified-organic fruit and vegetables direct at this Sunday market, which calls itself Australia's first certified-organic farmers' market.

Local tip It is at Merrimac State High School, a short drive inland from Broadbeach. Go early for the best of the produce.
Address
Merrimac State High School, 3 Dunlop Court, Mermaid Waters QLD 4218
Good for
Organic produce, early risers
Shoppers at tables under the trees at the Palm Beach Farmers Market
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Every Saturday · 6am–11.30am

Palm Beach · Farmers' market · Free entry

Palm Beach Farmers Market

Running since 2000, with more than 75 stallholders selling local produce, meat, seafood and baked goods.

Local tip Bring your own bags, and leave the dog at home: dogs aren't allowed near the food stalls.
Address
Palm Beach Currumbin State High School, Thrower Drive, Palm Beach QLD 4221
Good for
Fresh produce, breakfast

Every Saturday & Sunday · 8am–3pm

Carrara · Weekend market · Free entry

Carrara Markets

Billed as Australia's biggest permanent weekend market, with over 300 stalls of produce, fashion, plants and homewares.

Local tip With more than 300 stalls to browse, give yourself a couple of hours.
Address
Corner of Gooding Drive and Manchester Road, Carrara QLD 4211
Good for
Bargains, a weekend wander

SupermarketsGroceries, fresh food and late-night top-ups

The Woolworths entrance at The Oasis
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Broadbeach · Supermarket · Open late

Woolworths The Oasis

A full-size supermarket in the middle of Broadbeach, inside The Oasis: handy for everything from breakfast basics to a late-night top-up after a long day.

Local tip Open from early until late every day, with 3 hours' free parking in The Oasis car park.
Address
The Oasis Shopping Centre, 81 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Fri 6am–10pm · Sat 7am–10pm · Sun 7am–9pm
Phone
07 5558 3222
Good for
Late-night top-ups
The Coles entrance at Pacific Fair
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Broadbeach · Supermarket · Open late

Coles Pacific Fair

Pacific Fair's ground-floor Coles has a deli, fresh poultry and seafood, health foods and a good international aisle, and trades long after the centre's shops have closed.

Local tip Open until 10pm (9pm on Sundays). Park in the Green car park, on the Hooker Boulevard side, for the shortest walk.
Address
Ground level, Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Sat until 10pm · Sun 7am–9pm
Phone
07 5504 3400
Good for
Big shops, international ingredients
The Harris Farm Markets sign above the fruit and veg at Isle of Capri
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Isle of Capri · Fresh food market · Open late

Harris Farm Markets Isle of Capri

A premium fresh-food grocer: beautiful produce, a proper butcher and fishmonger, deli, cheese and bakery, with wine and beer on the shelves too.

Local tip Open every day from 6am to 9pm, with underground parking. The florist That Pretty Market is in the same centre.
Address
Capri on Via Roma, 15–21 Via Roma, Isle of Capri QLD 4217
Hours
Daily 6am–9pm
Good for
Fresh produce, dinner parties
The Ferry Road Market building in Southport
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Southport · Market hall · Independent stores

Ferry Road Market

A market hall of independent food and boutique stores inside Southport's Brickworks Centre. The Source Bulk Foods and the florist Fleurus are both here.

Local tip There is parking on site. Store hours vary, so check the one you want before you go.
Address
The Brickworks Centre, 107 Ferry Road, Southport QLD 4215
Good for
Browsing, specialty food

Health foodOrganic, wholefoods and supplements

The Go Vita shopfront at Q Super Centre
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Mermaid Waters · Health food store

Nature's Forest Go Vita

A health-food store that has been in Q Super Centre for nearly 20 years, now under the Go Vita banner, with three qualified practitioners on staff for personal advice.

Local tip Q Super Centre has a Woolworths and a Coles as well, so you can do the groceries in one stop. It closes at 2.30pm on Sundays.
Address
Q Super Centre, cnr Bermuda & Markeri Streets, Mermaid Waters QLD 4218
Hours
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–4pm · Sun 9.30am–2.30pm
Phone
07 5578 6505
Good for
Practitioner advice, supplements
The green Flannerys building and sign in Miami
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Photo: Google Maps

Miami · Organic grocer

Flannerys Miami

A full organic and wholefoods grocer: organic produce, plant-based and gluten-free lines, vitamins and supplements. Plus an in-store café for coffee and smoothies, and naturopaths to ask for advice.

Local tip Open from 7am every day. The Benowa store is Flannerys' biggest in Queensland if you want the full range.
Address
44 Pacific Avenue, Miami QLD 4220
Hours
Mon–Fri 7am–7pm · Sat 7am–6pm · Sun 7am–5pm
Good for
Organic groceries, smoothies
Rows of bulk bins under a brick wall at The Source Bulk Foods
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Southport · Bulk wholefoods

The Source Bulk Foods Southport

A low-waste bulk store with more than 400 wholefoods (nuts, grains, spices, gluten-free and vegan lines), all sold by weight. Bring your own containers or buy them in store.

Local tip Order online for click and collect, or local delivery across the Gold Coast. It is inside Ferry Road Market, with parking on site.
Address
Shop T7, Ferry Road Market, 107 Ferry Road, Southport QLD 4215
Hours
Mon–Sat 9am–5pm · Sun 9am–4pm
Good for
Pantry staples, low waste

FloristsSame-day delivery across the coast

A native arrangement of proteas and chrysanthemums by The Flower Garden
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Bundall · Florist · Delivers

The Flower Garden

A family-owned florist of more than 30 years with a big walk-in cool room full of market bunches, plus wedding, event and corporate flowers.

Local tip Order online by 2pm on weekdays (12pm on Saturdays) for same-day delivery. Delivery is free to Bundall, Benowa and Sorrento, and a little extra to nearby suburbs.
Address
6/97 Ashmore Road, Bundall QLD 4217
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Sat 8am–1pm
Phone
07 5526 9660
Good for
Same-day bouquets, events
Peonies, roses and garden flowers arranged by Fleurus
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Photo: Fleurus

Southport · Florist · Delivers

Fleurus

A boutique florist in Southport's Brickworks Centre, known for its seasonal collections and potted hydrangeas.

Local tip Order online before 2pm for same-day delivery anywhere on the Gold Coast, including Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach. Deliveries run Monday to Saturday.
Address
Shop 6, The Brickworks Centre, 107 Ferry Road, Southport QLD 4215
Hours
Mon–Sat 8am–5pm · Sun 8am–4.30pm
Phone
07 5528 6508
Good for
Same-day delivery, seasonal flowers
Pink doors and flower displays at That Pretty Market
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Photo: That Pretty Market

Isle of Capri · Florist & gifts · Delivers

That Pretty Market

Part florist, part gift and homewares store, in the same centre as Harris Farm Markets at Isle of Capri.

Local tip Order by 10am for same-day delivery. A flat local rate covers most of the coast, including Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise and Main Beach.
Address
Shop 3G02, Capri on Via Roma, 15 Via Roma, Isle of Capri QLD 4217
Hours
Mon–Sat 8am–5pm · Sun 10am–1pm
Phone
07 5561 0462
Good for
Gifts, thank-yous
Peach orchids and white blooms in a Flower Bar Co. bouquet
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Photo: The Flower Bar Co.

Currumbin · Florist & gifts · Delivers

The Flower Bar Co.

A premium florist and gift boutique with a 'grown, not flown' approach to seasonal flowers, plus candles, serveware, and wedding and event work. There's a second store in Bangalow.

Local tip Order by 12pm on weekdays (10am on Saturdays) for same-day delivery: a flat $29 across the Gold Coast, Tweed and Byron. No Sunday deliveries.
Address
60 Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin QLD 4223
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–2pm · Sat 8am–12pm
Phone
07 5534 8643
Good for
Statement bouquets, gifts

Varsity Lakes · Wholesale flower market

GC Flower Market

A wholesale flower warehouse that also sells to the public: walk in for seasonal flowers and foliage by the bunch, or pre-order.

Local tip Open weekdays only, 5.30am–10.30am, so go early.
Address
5/17 Crown Court, Varsity Lakes QLD 4227
Hours
Mon–Fri 5.30am–10.30am
Phone
0455 510 126
Good for
Flowers by the bunch
A florist hanging a dried-flower installation at Flowers Gold Coast
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Ashmore · Florist · Delivers 7 days

Flowers Gold Coast

An Ashmore florist delivering across the Gold Coast seven days a week, plus wedding and event flowers and gift hampers.

Local tip Order by 3pm for same-day delivery on the Gold Coast. Order online or call.
Address
7/10 Expo Court, Ashmore QLD 4214
Phone
0491 619 471
Good for
Same-day delivery, gifts

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