One of the best things about Coffs Harbour is that it combines the relaxing ambiance of the beach, the inspiring atmosphere of the rainforests, and the energy of a lively business center. So while you’re there for a vacation, make sure to spend some time browsing through the Coffs Harbour shops. There are three types of places you can go to if you want to go shopping in Coffs Harbour. There are shopping centers, retail stores, and countless markets, both seasonal and regular. There are also a lot of creative arts and crafts stores in Coffs Harbour.
If you want to go shopping in Coffs Harbour, the large markets should be your first choice. There, you can choose from countless products that can meet all your shopping needs. From homewares, clothes, toys, bags, food, and various other souvenir products, your options go on endlessly.
The Coffs Jetty Markets is the biggest market on the North Coast held every Sunday every week. The market features more than 40 stalls, and there are also many refreshments on-site if you need a break from shopping. The market is open from 8 in the morning up to 2 in the afternoon.
Next is the Harbourside Markets, held at the Jetty Foreshores lying adjacent to the Yacht Club. The market is held every Sunday and is quite near the beach so that you can drop by after a lazy day at the beach. The market sells local produce, a wide selection of food that includes Moroccan and Asian delicacies, and various arts and crafts products. While there, you can enjoy good music and a massage.
Over at the Coffs Harbour Palms Centre, there’s also the Coffs City Uptown Markets. The market is held at the Big W Carpark from 5 in the morning to 2 in the afternoon every week on Sundays. If you are in the Sawtell area, check out the unique Sawtell Trash and Treasure Community Markets held every 4th Saturday of each month. The market is held at Elizabeth Street and opens from 7:30 in the morning to 2:00 in the afternoon. There is a lot of great food to fill you up as you shop.
If you are near Valla Beach, you can also drop by Valla Beach Community Markets. The market is held on the first Saturday every two months at the Valla Community Preschool. This is just along Valla Beach Road. The market features local produce, homemade delicacies, arts and crafts, and great music background.
And for tourists at Glenreagh, there’s the Glenreagh Monthly Market, held every first Saturday of every month at the Glenreagh Recreational Grounds. Experience the hinterland magic at the lively atmosphere of the Glenreagh market, with its local fruits and vegetable produce and other delicacies. You can even shop to the tune of bush ballads and country songs for the unique experience of buying in Coffs Harbour.
