The Gold Coast
Shopping
James Street , Burleigh Heads is just a 15 minute drive away.
Nestled in the heart of Burleigh Heads is James Street, a bustling thoroughfare filled with quaint boutiques selling everything from fashion to décor, art and accessories.
Vintage enthusiasts will adore Miss Brown Vintage whose range of upcycled threads will make your inner hipster swoon.
If homewares are on the cards, the eclectic Maison & Maison or the luxe Emporium on James are absolute musts, and if you’re coastally inclined, wander on into Sean Scott Boutique for trendy pieces and gorgeous photographs inspired by seaside living.
Beauty addicts with a conscious – this one’s for you. The Clean Beauty Market is an environmentally friendly beauty emporium with a unique (but awesome!) approach to makeup and skincare. Peruse its impressive range of all-natural, cruelty-free products, book in for a personalised makeup application or indulge in one of their amazing organic facials. Guaranteed these gals will make you fill a million bucks in no time.
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James Street
James StreetJames Street , Burleigh Heads is just a 15 minute drive away.
Nestled in the heart of Burleigh Heads is James Street, a bustling thoroughfare filled with quaint boutiques selling everything from fashion to décor, art and accessories.
Vintage enthusiasts will adore Miss Brown Vintage whose range of upcycled threads will make your inner hipster swoon.
If homewares are on the cards, the eclectic Maison & Maison or the luxe Emporium on James are absolute musts, and if you’re coastally inclined, wander on into Sean Scott Boutique for trendy pieces and gorgeous photographs inspired by seaside living.
Beauty addicts with a conscious – this one’s for you. The Clean Beauty Market is an environmentally friendly beauty emporium with a unique (but awesome!) approach to makeup and skincare. Peruse its impressive range of all-natural, cruelty-free products, book in for a personalised makeup application or indulge in one of their amazing organic facials. Guaranteed these gals will make you fill a million bucks in no time.
Pacific Fair, Broadbeach is a short 13 minute drive away.
Whoever said money couldn’t buy happiness obviously doesn’t know where to shop! With more designer labels under one roof than anywhere else in the country, it’s safe to say Pacific Fair is a fashion devotee’s dream. Think Louis V, Gucci, Prada, Christian Louboutin, Tiffany’s, Givenchy – mmmhmmm, you’ll sure be feeling fancy with a high-end spree at this shopping mecca.
The line-up of Aussie designers is equally as impressive too, with labels like Zimmermann, Dion Lee, Manning Cartell, Aje and Scanlan Theodore all calling ‘Pac Fair’ home… and did we mention the sparkling fountains and tropical gardens?
Splashin’ that cash never looked so good. Don’t worry though – there are still a plethora of wallet-friendly retailers here to plunder, particularly when sale season swings into town.
Pacific Fair Drive
Pacific Fair DrivePacific Fair, Broadbeach is a short 13 minute drive away.
Whoever said money couldn’t buy happiness obviously doesn’t know where to shop! With more designer labels under one roof than anywhere else in the country, it’s safe to say Pacific Fair is a fashion devotee’s dream. Think Louis V, Gucci, Prada, Christian Louboutin, Tiffany’s, Givenchy – mmmhmmm, you’ll sure be feeling fancy with a high-end spree at this shopping mecca.
The line-up of Aussie designers is equally as impressive too, with labels like Zimmermann, Dion Lee, Manning Cartell, Aje and Scanlan Theodore all calling ‘Pac Fair’ home… and did we mention the sparkling fountains and tropical gardens?
Splashin’ that cash never looked so good. Don’t worry though – there are still a plethora of wallet-friendly retailers here to plunder, particularly when sale season swings into town.
Harbour Town, Biggera Waters is a 17 minute driveaway.
If your bank balance is looking a little bleak but your eagerness for snagging a sale is still up there, enter Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre.
A utopia for bargain hunters, this hotspot is full to the brim with discounts from an assortment of top-notch brands like Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Sheridan, Lacoste, Royal Doulton, Coach and Kathmandu, just to name a few.
Harbour Town Shopping Centre interchange
Harbour Town, Biggera Waters is a 17 minute driveaway.
If your bank balance is looking a little bleak but your eagerness for snagging a sale is still up there, enter Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre.
A utopia for bargain hunters, this hotspot is full to the brim with discounts from an assortment of top-notch brands like Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Sheridan, Lacoste, Royal Doulton, Coach and Kathmandu, just to name a few.
Cornerstone Stores, Tugun is a 20 minute drive away.
New kid on the block Cornerstone Stores is already a local institution. Architecturally designed, this contemporary-style precinct is home to a number of carefully curated boutiques stocking all kinds of goods, from womenswear to interiors, beauty products and even plants.
Find sustainably sourced lifestyle items at Prae Store, artisanal fashion at Kind Curations, luscious greenery and décor at The Borrowed Nursery and the most adorable kidswear designs at Little Loves.
The Cornerstone Stores
Cornerstone Stores, Tugun is a 20 minute drive away.
New kid on the block Cornerstone Stores is already a local institution. Architecturally designed, this contemporary-style precinct is home to a number of carefully curated boutiques stocking all kinds of goods, from womenswear to interiors, beauty products and even plants.
Find sustainably sourced lifestyle items at Prae Store, artisanal fashion at Kind Curations, luscious greenery and décor at The Borrowed Nursery and the most adorable kidswear designs at Little Loves.
Robina Town Centre, Robina is a 10 minute drive away.
Calling all shop-a-holics! With over 400 stores to choose from, Robina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping destinations on the Coast.
You’ll find all the go-tos here like Sephora, Myer, David Jones, and H&M; you’ll also find popular retail brands and locally owned designer boutiques like the super stylish Issue 1. Tech-heads will be in their element at the city’s only Apple flagship, and as for the kids? Let them loose in Queensland’s first Toymate store. For the foodies, the adjoining precinct ‘The Kitchens’ is a standout, thanks to its culinary marketplace filled with organic produce, artisanal delicacies and drool-worthy food vendors.
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Robina Town Centre, Robina is a 10 minute drive away.
Calling all shop-a-holics! With over 400 stores to choose from, Robina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping destinations on the Coast.
You’ll find all the go-tos here like Sephora, Myer, David Jones, and H&M; you’ll also find popular retail brands and locally owned designer boutiques like the super stylish Issue 1. Tech-heads will be in their element at the city’s only Apple flagship, and as for the kids? Let them loose in Queensland’s first Toymate store. For the foodies, the adjoining precinct ‘The Kitchens’ is a standout, thanks to its culinary marketplace filled with organic produce, artisanal delicacies and drool-worthy food vendors.
The Strand, Coolangatta is a 25 minute drive away.
Recently refurbished with all the necessities and a heap of stellar restaurants (with beachfront views, no less), it’s easy to see why The Strand is Coolie’s signature shopping and dining destination.
Within its walls you’ll find the little gem, Salt Living. As its name suggests, Salt Living offers a curated collection of coastal inspired fashion, homewares and accessories with a bunch of cool brands like Zulu & Zephyr, The Beach People and Peony Swimwear all on offer.
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The Strand at Coolangatta
72-80 Marine ParadeThe Strand, Coolangatta is a 25 minute drive away.
Recently refurbished with all the necessities and a heap of stellar restaurants (with beachfront views, no less), it’s easy to see why The Strand is Coolie’s signature shopping and dining destination.
Within its walls you’ll find the little gem, Salt Living. As its name suggests, Salt Living offers a curated collection of coastal inspired fashion, homewares and accessories with a bunch of cool brands like Zulu & Zephyr, The Beach People and Peony Swimwear all on offer.
Brickworks Centre, Southport is just a 15 minute driveaway.
Tucked up in Southport, the Brickworks Centre is a progressive and upmarket shopping hub that’s home to a number of charming stores and sophisticated brands.
If you’re on the hunt for homewares, you’ll particularly love this centre. There’s the lavish St. Barts store, Max Sparrow, King Living and Freedom Furniture.
Art aficionados also need to venture here and pay a visit to the exquisite Gallery One, and for the food lovers? Get in amongst the local faves at Cardamom Pod, Providore and the iconic Ferry Rd Markets.
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Brickworks Ferry Rd
107 Ferry RdBrickworks Centre, Southport is just a 15 minute driveaway.
Tucked up in Southport, the Brickworks Centre is a progressive and upmarket shopping hub that’s home to a number of charming stores and sophisticated brands.
If you’re on the hunt for homewares, you’ll particularly love this centre. There’s the lavish St. Barts store, Max Sparrow, King Living and Freedom Furniture.
Art aficionados also need to venture here and pay a visit to the exquisite Gallery One, and for the food lovers? Get in amongst the local faves at Cardamom Pod, Providore and the iconic Ferry Rd Markets.
Art and Craft Sunday Markets
Operating for more than 30 years in our beautiful sunshine state, Art & Craft On The Coast is a popular community market held year-round for locals and travellers who want a shopping experience that’s a bit different to the rest.
Showcasing a range of up to 200 market stalls, there’s an assortment of products for sale, ideal for souvenirs, unique gifts and of course, eating. You’ll also catch local artists perform live each Sunday, at the following iconic beachfront locations:
Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach: The first and third Sunday of each month.
Queens Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta: The second and (occasionally) fourth Sunday
Justins Park, Burleigh Heads: The last Sunday of the month
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Coolangatta Market
Marine ParadeArt and Craft Sunday Markets
Operating for more than 30 years in our beautiful sunshine state, Art & Craft On The Coast is a popular community market held year-round for locals and travellers who want a shopping experience that’s a bit different to the rest.
Showcasing a range of up to 200 market stalls, there’s an assortment of products for sale, ideal for souvenirs, unique gifts and of course, eating. You’ll also catch local artists perform live each Sunday, at the following iconic beachfront locations:
Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach: The first and third Sunday of each month.
Queens Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta: The second and (occasionally) fourth Sunday
Justins Park, Burleigh Heads: The last Sunday of the month
White Bohemian, Palm Beach
Let your inner boho goddess shine at Palm Beach’s beloved White Bohemian store. If cruisy, colourful and free-spirited fashion is right up your alley, then sashay into this fabulous little boutique right off the highway. The store stocks gypsy-inspired labels including Spell Designs, Kivari, Auguste and Arnhem to name a few, plus some pretty groovy homewares and accessories.
White Bohemian Store
1160 Gold Coast HwyWhite Bohemian, Palm Beach
Let your inner boho goddess shine at Palm Beach’s beloved White Bohemian store. If cruisy, colourful and free-spirited fashion is right up your alley, then sashay into this fabulous little boutique right off the highway. The store stocks gypsy-inspired labels including Spell Designs, Kivari, Auguste and Arnhem to name a few, plus some pretty groovy homewares and accessories.
Completely unique with a focus on the raw, the crafted and the botanical, Gather is a homewares haven for shoppers on the hunt for those rare, special pieces with soul. Discover handmade ceramics and décor items as well as eco-friendly fashion, exotic plants, locally produced artworks and inimitable handicrafts. They’ve also got a micro-nursery with stacks of pot plants and there’s even a dried flower bar – yep, this place is as rad as it sounds.
GATHER
24 Flores AvenueCompletely unique with a focus on the raw, the crafted and the botanical, Gather is a homewares haven for shoppers on the hunt for those rare, special pieces with soul. Discover handmade ceramics and décor items as well as eco-friendly fashion, exotic plants, locally produced artworks and inimitable handicrafts. They’ve also got a micro-nursery with stacks of pot plants and there’s even a dried flower bar – yep, this place is as rad as it sounds.
Theme Parks
The Coast’s kid cred is already world renowned – theme parks rise from the sand and sea. Jump into cute, cuddly and roaring wildlife encounters; worlds built entirely for those that bounce; and ice-creameries serving up sugar highs from just about every corner.
Wet'n'Wild – the next-level water park where you can slide and splash your way down some epic water slides during the warmer months with plenty of aquatic adventures to be had for all ages.
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Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Pacific MotorwayThe Coast’s kid cred is already world renowned – theme parks rise from the sand and sea. Jump into cute, cuddly and roaring wildlife encounters; worlds built entirely for those that bounce; and ice-creameries serving up sugar highs from just about every corner.
Wet'n'Wild – the next-level water park where you can slide and splash your way down some epic water slides during the warmer months with plenty of aquatic adventures to be had for all ages.
If you value your parental popularity, you better not bring your kids to the Gold Coast without a visit to Dreamworld. This iconic and adored theme park ticks literally every box for a day of family fun. There are hair-raising rides for thrill seeking teenagers, and more sedate, family friendly rides for smaller kids who prefer their fun at a slower pace. T
he Giant Drop delivers a heady hit of adrenaline and the new Steel Taipan is Australia’s only triple launch rollercoaster. It will blow the cobwebs away with a top speed of 105km and a G-Force of 3.8!
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Dreamworld
Dreamworld ParkwayIf you value your parental popularity, you better not bring your kids to the Gold Coast without a visit to Dreamworld. This iconic and adored theme park ticks literally every box for a day of family fun. There are hair-raising rides for thrill seeking teenagers, and more sedate, family friendly rides for smaller kids who prefer their fun at a slower pace. T
he Giant Drop delivers a heady hit of adrenaline and the new Steel Taipan is Australia’s only triple launch rollercoaster. It will blow the cobwebs away with a top speed of 105km and a G-Force of 3.8!
Sea World means there are rides, splash parks, penguins, dolphins, polar bears, sharks and seals. And don’t forget Warner Bros Movie World!
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia
Sea World means there are rides, splash parks, penguins, dolphins, polar bears, sharks and seals. And don’t forget Warner Bros Movie World!
Natural Chill Out Spots
Whether it’s sunrise, noon or sunset – whatever time of day it is, you’ll be sure to spot a bunch of locals splayed out on the grass at Burleigh Hill, basking in the sunshine, catching up with friends, and enjoying those incredible views that stretch across the shoreline.
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Burleigh Heads
Whether it’s sunrise, noon or sunset – whatever time of day it is, you’ll be sure to spot a bunch of locals splayed out on the grass at Burleigh Hill, basking in the sunshine, catching up with friends, and enjoying those incredible views that stretch across the shoreline.
Take some time out to bask in the sunshine and fresh air at the Broadwater Parklands in Southport. Here, you’ll find stretches of green lawns overlooking the harbour, perfect for picnicking, plus swimming inlets, fishing hot spots and an epic kids play zone where the little ones can burn off some energy, and you can savour some peace and quiet, coffee in hand.
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Broadwater Parklands station
Take some time out to bask in the sunshine and fresh air at the Broadwater Parklands in Southport. Here, you’ll find stretches of green lawns overlooking the harbour, perfect for picnicking, plus swimming inlets, fishing hot spots and an epic kids play zone where the little ones can burn off some energy, and you can savour some peace and quiet, coffee in hand.
Laze under the trees, splash about in the creek and breathe in the fresh, rainforest air at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Once you’re done floating through the freshwater or exploring the bushy surrounds, stretch out on the grass and relax with a bite to eat in the adjoining picnic area.
Currumbin Rock
Laze under the trees, splash about in the creek and breathe in the fresh, rainforest air at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Once you’re done floating through the freshwater or exploring the bushy surrounds, stretch out on the grass and relax with a bite to eat in the adjoining picnic area.
One of the Coast’s best-kept secrets, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area in the city’s north is a natural wonderland waiting to be explored, brimming with native bushland, kangaroos, koalas, hundreds of bird species and expanses of wetlands and mudflats.
Coombabah
One of the Coast’s best-kept secrets, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area in the city’s north is a natural wonderland waiting to be explored, brimming with native bushland, kangaroos, koalas, hundreds of bird species and expanses of wetlands and mudflats.
Breathtaking prospects also await at Rotary Lookout on Mount Tamborine – this gorgeous viewpoint boasts jaw-dropping westward vistas over the surrounding countryside and beyond, and it’s here you’ll find the local hang gliding crew launching off into the sky, as well as the eager sunset seekers in search of the ultimate backdrop.
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Mount Tamborine
Breathtaking prospects also await at Rotary Lookout on Mount Tamborine – this gorgeous viewpoint boasts jaw-dropping westward vistas over the surrounding countryside and beyond, and it’s here you’ll find the local hang gliding crew launching off into the sky, as well as the eager sunset seekers in search of the ultimate backdrop.
The Spit - With its striking sand pumping jetty, picturesque break wall and golden shoreline The Spit is quite the gem for locals and tourists alike.
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The Spit Gold Coast
Seaworld DriveThe Spit - With its striking sand pumping jetty, picturesque break wall and golden shoreline The Spit is quite the gem for locals and tourists alike.
Our Local Food Scene
Hudson & Rosie's Table
106 Alexander Drive
Southern Cross Organic Butchery
106 Alexander Dr