What makes it 80% Solo-Friendly: A solo traveler can roam the flat paved rows, sample local food, enjoy free live music and mountain scenery, with free parking and nearby bus; limited indoor cover if rain lowers comfort.
Why 3-4 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to browse stalls, sample food, enjoy live music, and relax with mountain views.
Browse Artisan Stalls:
Wander rows of stalls offering handmade crafts, fresh produce, and snacks.
Tip: Chat with stallholders to learn about their products and sample seasonal fruits.
Coffee People-Watching:
Order a single-serve latte and settle on a bench overlooking the market.
Tip: Buy your coffee early to secure a seat near the main traffic flow.
Capture Market Vibes:
Photograph colorful stalls against The Remarkables backdrop.
Tip: Frame your shots from under the pergolas for natural shading and depth.
Enjoy Live Music:
Listen to local acoustic sets on the central stage.
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes before start to grab a bench close to the stage.

Adam Boyle
So many wonderful stalls with local produce and local crafts. Live music and a community atmosphere as well. I highly recommend those Malaysian curry puffs with some authentic sambal. Love the dishwashing for plates and cups too. Definitely worth doing if you are in Queenstown.
Hayley Davis
Really enjoyed these markets. They’re the largest in Queenstown I reckon. Beautiful view. Lots of stalls, including arts & crafts, food, wine, plants, books, coffee trucks and food trucks. Nice live music as well and is dog friendly (except inside the barn).
Zon
Pretty cute place. There were various stalls selling artisanal items, fresh bakes, international delicacies, fruits and honey! Do note that they are only open on Saturday
Melissa Patel
My husband and I always enjoy going to local markets as we travel. It’s fun to talk to the vendors and discover things unique to an area, whether it’s produce, hand-made products, new food concepts or just good ideas! This is one of the best we have come across as there is a broad assortment of things, including a bookshop van! We bought some great fruit and cheese, and had one of the best fresh p...
Sharon Mitchell
Loved these Saturday markets. relaxed vibes and good mix of food offerings, plants, crafts and produce Lots of seating, live music. The best aspect of the markets was the sustainability with plates, cups and cutlery. Real crockery and cutlery available from each vendor which is then washed for reuse as well as recycling and composting options for food and tissue waste. This is something I wish...
Market runs year-round but stall count varies in winter. Check dates and times on the website before your visit.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Single-serve latte | NZD 5 |
| Pastry or toastie | NZD 7 |
| Small craft souvenir | NZD 20 |
| Total Estimated | NZD 32 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 23 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
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