Joanna James
Shopping in Brisbane will prove to be quite a treat; the retail havens located throughout the city are full of goodies and fabulous experiences. Here are some of Brisbane's shopping hotspots.
Queens Plaza is an up market shopping mall where the serious shopper has a range of branded fashion stores to browse. Taking centre stage is the David Jones Store where branded fashion accessories for men and women are quite a treat.
In all of the Gold Coast, the Robina Town Centre is probably the best shopping district there is. Flaunting a characteristic modern and sleek appearance, this shopping centre has a vibrant cosmopolitan ambience that makes it just as appealing to hang out in as it is to go shopping. Demanding a full day from your agenda, the centre boasts a good 350 different retail outlets that are spread across several levels. This shopping centre is after all constructed on 34 hectares of land; so you can just imagine how large this whole place is!
Now for those you staying at such places as iStay River City the Queen St Mall is one shopping complex that absolutely must be visited. After all it is just 5 minutes away and can easily be accessed whenever you have a little time to spare. There are also several other Brisbane hotels in CBD located around the area making it a highly sought out mall among tourists in the city.
If you are looking for an excuse to drive around the outskirts of Brisbane this mall is perfect. Paddington is an interesting precinct located on the outskirts of Brisbane CBD. The place is home to a number of charming little boutiques that offer a variety of goodies. If you love local arts and crafts do give Paddington a visit. It is the perfect day trip with lots of lovely sunny cafes and restaurants located around the region for chilling out and relaxing after a fulfilling shopping trip.
Carindale is one shopping complex that offers a holistic dose of retail therapy that is amplified by its generous dash of luxury. Complete with a health club, library, glasshouse eatery, indoor fish pond and carpeted multi-level floors, this really is the epitome of luxurious shopping in Queensland. The highlight of this mall is its sense of fashion and very regularly you will come across personal styling sessions and fashion shows hosted by fashion and beauty retailers.
Located on Queen Street; Broadway on the Mall is another location suitable for acquiring fashionable clothing bearing well known labels. It is not a mall reserved for the high end shopper but rather caters to all manner of individuals, with good quality fashion accessories and garments that are affordable.
Established in the year 1970, Westfield is one of the first major shopping centres opened in Queensland. This centre has over the years gone through a series of facelifts which has helped to maintain its status throughout as a premiere shopping district in Queensland.
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