Strolling among stalls of regional specialities.
Markets are held every week in the major cities of Australia. Each has its own distinctive, regional ambiance and only offers fresh produce from the region and some neighboring states. Indulge yourself on your motorhome journey and enjoy the exotic, regional gourmet products, unique handicrafts and the sound of local musicians playing around the markets.
At Salamanca Place in Hobart you can buy fresh foods but also unique items made by artists, painters, potters or Tasmanian glassblowers.
Brisbane is increasingly known for its Farmers Markets where the products offered have all been grown, picked or made by the seller who stands before you. Ecological and craft markets will delight nature lovers. The famous old bus depot in Canberra hosts a market every Sunday offering all kinds of products, from handmade jewellery to household objects, as well as food and regional wines.
At Adelaide Central Market you can fill your basket full of fresh produce and then take a guided walk to learn about the organization of the market, sign up for a cooking class or simply watch the chefs giving demonstrations. Fremantle market has more than 150 stalls of all kinds including fruit, fish, seafood, flowers and handicrafts. For other fresh seafood go to the Sydney fish market open daily in Pyrmont. Melbourne is home to the oldest market in the southern hemisphere. Taste the products and enjoy the exotic atmosphere of Mindil Beach market in Darwin where you will find spices from all 5 continents. You can also buy Aboriginal art and crafts on Mitchell Street.
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General Info
To receive the best rates bookings must be made well in advance.
Australia is a country in which hotels and restaurants are expensive, it is more economical to travel by motorhome.
The country is vast and it is easy to find places to camp for the night outside of residential and tourist areas.
Many fleets in Australia can be very worn down. Beware of the disappointment that comes with the lowest prices!
Many opportunities to camp outside of established campgrounds, as great as they are!