Best Street Markets in Burleigh Heads

"Image SourceThe Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets have been the most iconic markets since the year 1995 and have been one of the best shopping places in Gold Coast, ever since. The markets are held by the Surfers Paradise beachfront where about 100 stalls and sellers come in to sell their goods to locals and tourists, all around the year. You can buy accessories, local artwork, skin and beauty products, and even homeware items at this market while you soak yourself in the cool breeze that brushes by you, right from the beach."

"The Gold Coast is a renowned beach destination with pristine water and golden sandy beaches. With the sparkling blue water of the Pacific Ocean, Surfers Paradise is a one-of-a-kind destination for tourists."

"Explore The Esplanade while taking in the ocean breeze, as you stroll along the iconic Surfers Paradise foreshore to discover some of the Gold Coasts' most unique market stalls."

"Located in the central district of Carrara, the Carrara Markets make up the largest, permanent marketplace in Australia. The markets feature more than 350 booths and stalls selling everything from homegrown fruits and vegetables to trendy fashions. Shopping isn’t the only draw to Carrara Markets, though."

"The mighty Carrara Markets includes everything from bric-a-brac to one-off fashions and the world’s most venomous snakes (thankfully, these aren’t for sale!). More than 400 stalls can be found here every Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 3pm."

"With a number of art and crafts markets, flea stores and local stalls, the Gold Coast offers an amazing array of markets for visitors and locals to experience. Those looking for value gift items and local crafts should..."

"With more than 150 stalls filled with fashion, food, plants, flowers, homewares, beauty products and craft, the Sunday beachside Art & Craft Markets are a Gold Coast institution appearing for over 20 years in some of the Coast’s most popular beachside spots. Combine your morning wandering the markets with a swim between the flags or a surf at the beach afterwards for a perfect fix of ‘easy like a Sunday morning’, Gold Coast style. Where: Broadbeach, Burleigh and Coolangatta When: Broadbeach (1st and 3rd Sunday of the month), Burleigh (4th Sunday of the month) and Coolangatta (2nd Sunday of the month)."

"Image SourceThe Coolangatta Art and Craft Markets are held on every second Sunday of the month, all through the year. At the 150+ stores, you will find everything you name, right from hand-made crafts, farm fresh produce, cookies, cakes and preserves to hand-made jewelry, skincare products, toys, home decor and lots more. The market is held around the Queen Elizabeth Park, right on the beachfront of Coolangatta and has something in store (quite literally!) for everyone."

"Best market to spend half a day discovering the southern end of the Gold Coast and finish your day with a barbeque or picnic by the beach"

"Broadbeach Markets is at Kurrawa Park opposite the Oasis Shopping centre (8 am to 2 pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month). The beachfront location of Broadbeach Markets, next to theKurrawa Surf Club, makes it an excellent spot to visit. From handmade toys to leather bags and plenty of locally designed clothing, the Broadbeach market is the place to shop for Australian-made products."

"Burleigh Farmers Market is a mecca when it comes to sourcing farm-fresh food in a buzzing beachside atmosphere. The community of local foodies start early at 7am at the barista followed by breakfast from one of the internationally-inspired food trucks. Afterwards, take a wander through the stalls for fresh fruit and in-season vegetables, plus a pick of preserves, local honey, home-honed beauty products, flowers and hand made homewares."

"Located on Paradise Island, Korean BBQ Buffet Gold Coast keeps hunger at bay with a panoply of items like grilled meats, seasonal salads, chicken wings and pasta dishes. Particularly large appetites can be sated with an all-you-can-eat banquet. The meal can be complemented with a drink such as a glass of wine or beer."

"Located on Paradise Island, Korean BBQ Buffet Gold Coast keeps hunger at bay with a panoply of items like grilled meats, seasonal salads, chicken wings and pasta dishes. Particularly large appetites can be sated with an all-you-can-eat banquet. The meal can be complemented with a drink such as a glass of wine or beer."

"Since 2011, Citrique has continued to deliver on high standards expected of modern and elegant dining inside the J W Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa. Interactive zones set in sleek, contemporary surr..."

"The Citrique Restaurant in the Marriot offers a wide buffet for everyone to enjoy. Dig into fresh seafood and enjoy the colourful atmosphere that surrounds. Prior reservations are recommended."

"The David Fleay Wildlife Park offers a relatively inexpensive way to get your kids interested in the care, conservation and welfare of the wildlife commonly found on the Gold Coast and further afield in Australia. As an education-focused heritage-listed park, it offers a quieter, more easily accessible alternative to some of the bigger parks in the area, especially if you’re pushing a pram. Click here for their website."

"It is the only nature park on the Gold Coast housing live platypus. Yet, the David Fleay Wildlife Park is also home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles, snakes, lizards, kangaroos, koalas, tree kangaroos, gliders and butterflies. It’s also an excellent place for the kids to spot native birds including jabiru, brolgas, owls and cassowaries."

"If your kids want to try their hands at catch and release fishing, then a day trip to Ecopark will be a perfect outing for them. Ecopark also offers farm stay experiences and camp outs, as well as facilities suitable for conferences and birthday parties. Check their website here."