This place is great! We always enjoy coming here. They have really wonderful, unique and high…read morequality things. If you are there on-the-hour, they have the clocks synchronized to chime simultaneously. Beautiful! If you are looking to plow through piles of junk, this isn't your place. If you are looking for really great antiques at reasonable prices, go here! Some prices may seem high, but if you are knowledgeable about the pieces, you will find their prices to be fair. The guys that own the place are very knowledgeable, and fun to work with. We came away with several great items today. Very happy with our finds!

I don't know else to but WOW. This place is a must must see…read more Your typical antique shop is dank, musty and dusty with things sort of scattered about in a seemingly random pattern of mostly generic stuff you've seen a dozen times. The Alton Antique Center is the antithesis of this! Its fun and bright as soon as you hit the doors. It smells fabulous inside and is like walking through a luxurious museum of the most amazing things from around the world. I was literally taken aback by how gorgeous it is inside. Their inventory is so far off the beaten path that even if you aren't in the market to buy antiques you should stop in and see the beautiful treasures they have brought together. The do have some new items as well, again things I've never seen like fake crabs and fish!! The owners are super nice and friendly as well.

We love finding places like this, stocked w/true antiques, carries an eclectic assortment of…read moreEVERYTHING and the prices are truly reasonable and affordable. My wife found several pieces of religious things at great prices. At the end, everything was wrapped carefully and there's lots of parking. Btw, restrooms are in the back of the building and clean and spacious.

This is a store that has antique booths in it but it has other crafty booths as well. It kind of…read morehas a yard sale feel. There was a booth that had tons of old toys that I remembered from my childhood and that was cool. It is worth dropping in because there are a lot of things to look at but I also saw some items that were overpriced. Check it out if you like a collection of random items old and new!

There are stores you shop in... and then there are places that become part of your tradition. For…read moreme, that place is Honeybee Vintage. I honestly cannot imagine making a trip to Alton without walking through those doors. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by the perfect mix of vintage charm, beautiful displays, unique treasures, and that feeling that you are about to discover something special you didn't even know you needed. The shop is filled with antiques, home décor, gifts, seasonal finds, clothing, local goods, and one-of-a-kind pieces that somehow manage to feel both nostalgic and fresh at the same time. But let's talk about the real stars of the show: the caramels. The famous caramel variety pack is absolutely out of this world. Rich, buttery, sweet, and completely addictive. Every single time I visit, I tell myself I'm just stopping in to browse... and every single time I leave with caramels in hand. They have become a required part of any Alton trip. I've given them as gifts countless times, and people always ask where they came from. They are the kind of treat that instantly turns someone into a repeat customer. And as wonderful as the shop is, what truly makes Honeybee Vintage special is the owner. She is one of those rare people who makes every customer feel welcome, appreciated, and genuinely happy they stopped in. Her kindness, warmth, and passion for the store shine through in every detail. You can tell this isn't just a business--it's something she truly loves, and that energy fills the entire space. What I love most is that there is truly something for everyone. Whether you're hunting for the perfect gift, decorating your home, looking for a unique vintage find, treating yourself to something sweet, or simply spending an afternoon exploring historic Alton, Honeybee Vintage delivers every single time. The store feels beautifully curated without ever feeling pretentious. It is charming, welcoming, and full of personality. Alton has so many wonderful places to visit, but Honeybee Vintage has become one of my absolute favorites. It's the kind of shop that reminds you why supporting small businesses matters. Beautiful finds. Incredible gifts. The best caramels around. And a shop owner who is every bit as sweet as the treats she sells. A true gem in downtown Alton, and a place I will keep coming back to again and again.

If you need a unique gift, Honeybee is where you need to shop. It's a good mixture of new and…read morevintage merchandise. It is a great addition to E Broadway (Downtown Alton). I'll admit, I haven't bought a gift here. However, I have bought myself several new pairs of socks, a couple of Christmas ornaments and a candle or two. As you can see, any of those items would make a nice one. I apologize for no pictures, but was I so impressed while I shopped I just forgot. I'll go back and add photos at a later date. I also enjoyed talking with the owner, she is so bubbly and pro Alton.

3 Charming Chicks is such a creative and affordable place to shop. I'm going to miss them. The…read morefirst week-end in May will be their farewell. Lucky for us thrifters, a new business called Terra-Cotta will be taking over. The reason I enjoy shopping at 3CC is I can find treasures at cheap prices. I love the bargains you can find at yard or estate sales, but I don't have the patience to drive around and shop them. That's why I love the ladies of 3CC, they do the shopping, buy the best offerings and bring them together at their showroom. Then I shop their boutique and get my goodies. Also within their showroom there are a variety of other vendors who offer; jewelry, greeting cards, jellies and clothing. It's almost like a famers market, but for home decor and clothing. While shopping, if you need to use the restroom, you will see a very stunningly beautiful non-gender specific bathroom. It's a deep green, has four separate stalls with floor to ceiling walls and three basins to wash your hands. I wish all public restrooms were this posh. The ladies who are the 3 Chicks, are charming and make shopping their showroom a fun experience.

This is such a fun place! My groups love going here and shopping - a whole busload of goodies!read more

What a great stop for antiques! Great pricing, good people and a $8,500 working jukebox. Clean,…read morewell organized, and you can see the tags to the merchandise. The parking is on an an angle out front so if you have a big truck you will stick out. We walked away with a flower vase and a glass Pepsi bottle. So impressed with this stop.

What a find !! This unassuming shop appeared to be a small residence, but was actually a very…read morelarge treasure trove of antiques. Slow down as you approach the address, as it's set back from the street. Look for the large lit sign and banners, then pull in the shared driveway to a small private lot and get ready for a great shopping experience. The couple that operate the store were extremely friendly and helpful. They buy and sell! The store seems to specialize in glassware, ceramics, crystal, china, and other household items - but there are also toys, games, model trains, Disneyana, and even a beautiful Seeberg Jukebox waiting for their next proud owner! There's also some nice antique furniture, cabinets, chairs, bookcases and the like. No junk! Prices clearly marked! And the prices generally seemed pretty reasonable. And cabinets are unlocked so you can browse and select without needing to wait for the key!! We bought a full set of beautiful last century Christmas ornaments, an aluminum drinkware set, a 60's NASA commemorative glass, and a pair of beaded pears for about $30!! A great antique store in the Greater Saint Louis area, minutes from Afton IL, just across the Mississippi! We will be back!!

Interesting place w/a chatty owner and helper. This is NOT a place for the meek, or people…read morew/difficulties walking, allergic to dust or claustrophobic. I overheard the owner tell someone that he attends many auctions and the store reflects that. It is INCREDIBLY crowded and there is stuff stacked on stuff, all the way to the ceiling. The things that have prices are way overpriced. The desk where you pay is either a hoarders dream or will trigger your worst fears! It was all too much so I just left.

This is one of the best places. Yes, there's stuff everywhere but that's what makes his shop so…read moregreat. I took my aunt from New York here who is a thrifter like me and she loved it and can't wait to come back. He only takes cash which is the downside. I wouldn't take little kids here because there is stuff everywhere and very little walking room.

We went to a sale on glen carbon. It was poorly ran and we bought a tv a tv from the sale, we…read morebought it for a family in need that had been homeless until a week ago. The employees swore it worked because they had plugged it in before the sale. It didn't work. Now The family has no tv and I'm out money. I'll never shop with one of their sales again. I don't trust them.

The first thing you notice here is the smell. It is SO musty! Not just like "old antiques"…read moremusty, but wet, moldy-musty. It is also freezing cold. It is a big old building, but I don't think they turn on the heat. They have a lot of things, but many of the same items have been in the same spot for years---with the same prices. In fact, most of the things are over-priced. And you need to be careful, as they may be overpriced AND damaged. Too bad, because there are a number of things we might get consider, but the price is a deterrent. We always stop in here when we come to Alton, I guess hoping for a different experience, and each time we come away with the same thought. Dark, dank and overpriced. Oh well. The fun of antiquing is in the hunt.

It was closed even though Facebook hours said open! We should have called ahead. Drove 30 minutes…read moreto not get in and have lunch down the street.

Vintage 71 is a fun store. I originally discovered them on Facebook and started following them…read more Unfortunately for me, most times when I was in Edwardsville, they were closed. Lucky for me, yesterday I was having lunch in E-ville, so I made a point to stop and see what they had to offer. OMG! If you need silly fun yard decor or if you are into Farmhouse decor for your home, you've got to shop here. There is stuff everywhere and it's all rustic and vintage looking. The creative side of my brain was working at warp speed trying to figure out where I could use many of the items. The couple working were a true mom & pop team. I may have walked out empty handed today, but there were many garden items calling out to me. So I know I will be back. When: April 22, 2021 Why: Browsing for the garden