Kingston offers multiple stores where you can wander through history. With a coffee in hand and a canvas tote slung over your shoulder, here are a few places where you can begin your journey into vintage teacups and eclectic homeware.
77 Princess Street
Your first stop is the Antique Emporium in the heart of downtown. From the outside, it looks charming enough from its grand exterior, but stepping inside feels like opening a time capsule.
Every corner is carefully arranged: shelves stacked with porcelain teacups, vintage cameras, and ornate picture frames. In the back, you find rows of records and a collection of retro glassware and carefully curated homewares inspired by vintage designs. It’s the kind of place where you can spend an hour and still feel like you’ve only scratched the surface.
207-B Wellington Street
Antique Alley beckons with its narrow entrance leading into a maze of rooms. Here, every inch is filled with curiosities—old books with yellowed pages, antique furniture polished by time, and delicate lace garments hanging on wooden racks.
There’s a thrill in never knowing what you might stumble upon. Perhaps it’s an Art Deco lamp that has been passed down through generations or a set of silver spoons engraved with initials. Established in 1978, this beloved shop has been in the same location for over 25 years, drawing generations of treasure hunters through its doors.
666 Collins Bay Road
Just outside the downtown core, you make your way to the quaint Collins Bay Flea Market. This sprawling market is a haven for those who love the eclectic. Rows of stalls display everything from rustic wooden tables and Canadiana collectibles to vinyl records and retro toys.
242 James Street
Take a trip across the water to Barriefield Antiques which offers a carefully curated selection of early Canadian furniture and folk art. Located in historic Barriefield Village in Kingston’s east end, this antique shop is emulates the deep history of the area by offering historic pieces filling the stores shelves and walls.
1724 Bath Road
At this eclectic vintage store, expect to find elegant furniture pieces, timeless décor, and classic tableware. Unlike the treasure-hunt feel of larger markets, this shop offers a more boutique experience and offers reasonably priced one-of-a-kind pieces.
To continue your journey, check out your guide to thrifting in Kington.
