Mercato on Byron brings a different kind of Byron Bay experience to Jonson Street, one where dinner, groceries, a movie, a beauty appointment and everyday essentials can all happen under one roof.

Located in the heart of town, the multi-level precinct combines major anchors with local businesses across food and dining, fashion and retail, health and beauty, fitness and professional services.

Woolworths makes Mercato a practical stop for locals and visitors stocking holiday accommodation, while Palace Cinemas provides a multi-screen movie experience right in central Byron Bay. Around them is a changing collection of cafés, restaurants, retailers and service businesses that gives the centre a broader role than conventional shopping alone.

That mix makes Mercato useful in different ways throughout the day. Stop for coffee or lunch, browse the shops, organise an appointment, pick up supplies or settle in for dinner and a film.

The building itself also reflects a more considered approach to large-scale development in Byron Bay. Environmental initiatives incorporated into the precinct include rooftop solar, rainwater harvesting and other energy and water-efficiency measures.

For visitors, Mercato offers convenience without needing to leave central Byron. For locals, it's a place where shopping, services, dining and entertainment intersect.

And because everything sits only a short walk from Byron Bay's town centre and beachfront, Mercato fits naturally into a day spent exploring on foot.