When a cruise ship is in town, our famous market bursts to life, offering you the best local craft, art, food, and flavour of the Whitsundays. It is the perfect stop for a unique souvenir, a delicious snack, and a true Aussie welcome.
We open bright and early to welcome you as you disembark from the Port of Airlie, offering a unique shopping experience before you explore the rest of our beautiful town.
The Cruise Ship Markets usually trade from 8:30am to 1:00pm.
Visiting our market
The market is located a short (flat) walk from the Cruise Whitsundays terminal where Carnival tenders arrive, and steps from the bus stop where Royal Caribbean and Celebrity buses arrive.
Enjoy the market, then explore the town centre, which is just a few steps away.
As the market is uncovered and open to the elements, we recommend bringing a hat and water bottle so you can take your time browsing the stalls.
