Open your mind to creativity!
Creativity defines the Noosa Region. Galleries, markets, even street art can be found; spread across the bustling streets of Noosa and surrounds. Wandering through Noosa, you’ll find a multitude of art galleries to suit every taste from; fine art to local artisans specialising in ceramics, jewellery, and prints. A place where fine art is embedded into the culture; integrating art galleries into the itinery will become a natural pastime.
Noosa Regional Art Gallery, Tewantin
Perhaps the most well-known art gallery in the area is the Noosa Regional Art Gallery. Overlooking Noosa river in Tewantin since 1981; Noosa Regional Art Gallery has been serving as the essence of Australian creativity for over 40 years. Hosting a wide range of exhibitions, talks, activities for kids and a gift shop. Adding this gallery to the bucket list; is guaranteed to enrich your knowledge in the arts and history of the Noosa area.
Art Nuvo, Buderim
For something entirely unique, make a trip to Buderim to see Art Nuvo. Locally and interstate curated art; differing mediums and genres are showcased in this refined gallery. Not only offering expertise in choosing the right piece of art; this family-owned business also offers framing and restoration services.
Hearts and Minds, Noosa Heads
In Noosa, head to Hearts and Minds on Hastings Street for art, jewellery, furniture and pottery. Take part in your own art crawl; with a large number of commercial galleries that wind in and out of Hastings Street.
Eumundi, Markets
The Eumundi Markets are held every Wednesday and Saturday morning. Presenting local artisans and their crafts; truly unique trinkets, gifts, and pieces that embody the spirit of the area. These markets make for a sensory explosion and a great family day out.
Street art
You don’t have to go to a gallery to appreciate art. Street art is an urban art movement that is far from its old reputation as “graffiti”, stop, look and take it in. Noosa is home to some stunning pieces of street art. Artists favouring walls and concrete as their canvas to truly expressing themselves in a big way. For a self-guided tour of Noosa Junctions street art, click here to explore an interactive street art map.
There are other small galleries across the region; just pay attention to hours of operation, as many will be closed on Sundays or Mondays. Art is the life blood of Noosa, in its roots and at the very heart of the culture. Peruse many of the art galleries in the area for an experience that may just get your creative juices going.
