The range of items was limited and mostly junk from computer parts to trinkets to fake dvd's. All times were overpriced and haggling was shunned upon
After an absence of about 6 years I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of stalls on a Sunday at Carribean Gardens Market. Of course being a weekend it was certainly busy but I had no trouble getting a park close to the main shed. Sadly I was on the lookout for computer parts and was disappointed to find only 2 spare parts guys at the top end of the shed. No shortage of iphone fixers & second hand computers though. I easily spent 2 hours wandering & browsing in the general merchandise area and left with a bundle of shopping bags. I have fond memories of taking my children there when they were young and would love to visit again with my grandchildren on the school holidays to take advantage of the rest of the park and its amusements and facilities.
I was a bit disappointed with this is was filled with junk from China so you can imagine the quality was pretty poor. I will not be going back + $2.50 to get in for nothing.
I was impressed with the fresh flowers & produce brought here though didn't really find much else I was interested in buying. Outside the market my children loved the jumping castles, playgrounds and other activities.
You might want to pick your day and find out if the place is very crowded or not. However, even if we've been told that it was actually full, we still had plenty of fun. The surface is great, rolls very well. the games every now and then make sure you actually have a break, catch your breath and have some water... Then the fast skaters can come in and run at full speed, giving high-fives to the crowd. I might upgrade my skates to a decent pair of blades, to make sure I can actually enjoy the surface to its full potential.Very nice couple of hours anyway. +1 for the fact that the music was NOT too loud as it usually is, in such places.
I have lived about 3 kms from Carribbean gardens for a couple of decades, occasionally visiting the market area to purchase something and leaving quickly. Today we took the grandkids as a destination, not to shop but to enjoy the rides and activities. Expecting to be underwhelmed I was surprised at how much has changed since my kids were little. The train, jungle boat ride and chair lift were fun and just fine for little ones. Lots of food varieties, rubbish bins everywhere, BBQ facilities, lots of parking, clean toilets, and a nice vibe. I much prefer the actual market to the victoria which is all about cheap souvenirs. I was impressed with the new shops inside like the deli and bakeries. As a senior entry was $1 for me, $2.50 for others. Rides were $10 for trampoline harness jumping, $10 for jumping castle and $7 for boat ride. Made the day somewhat expensive but cheaper than a local carnival and more fun.
At first I was skeptical this was going to be like Victoria Market full of souvenirs, but I discovered I really liked this place. It was full of clothing, herbs and plants, crockery, fruit and grocery stalls. We found the prices much cheaper than the other more well known markets. Things were very affordable. Herb plants at 4 for $10. We bought little seedlings at 6 for $10. We grabbed tops at $15 per piece. It was good fun walking around to examine the wares and you are not bombarded by souvenir stalls everywhere. We find people here really friendly and it makes all the difference. We find they are honest too, not trying to scratch another buck off you... um maybe the Vietnamese ladies selling tops and jackets. You might have to negotiate them down a bit.
it serves a niche market and has been there for years, but its daggy, and run down, you can pick up the odd bargain, but its no big day out
Loads of variety and bargains to be bought. Get there early to get a park. Great vege section and computer support. Most shoppers will not be disappointed!
we went on a hot windy sunday.....heaps off people.we din not bring any food or drinks with us big mistake...the food was junk expensive and cold.....as for the market its getting worst copies off everything.....didnt buy anything....as for the toilets dont use the one in the so called restaurant.....