Antiquing in the Capital; A Guide to the Best Antique Stores in Ottawa
If you love antiquing, Ottawa has some pretty cool spots to search for unique treasures. From antique china and rustic furniture, to vintage clothing and eclectic jewelry, find out where to shop for antiques in the Ottawa region with our guide below.
Yardley’s Antiques
For over 35 years Yardley’s Antiques has been a staple on the Ottawa antique scene. Known for their wide range of quality antiques, this multi-storey antique powerhouse specializes in contemporary and classic furniture, as well as vintage home decor.
Add character to your home with cool antique furniture pieces like ornate mirrors, detailed credenzas and solid wood furniture, or pick out rustic wrought-iron chairs, tables and sculptures to add flare to an outdoor space. They also have a great selection of Royal Daulton collectables, fine glassware, dishes, and one-of-a-kind pieces like antique typewriters and wool spinning wheels. Their selection of lamps, chandeliers and sconces is unparalleled, with cool vintage touches to add character to your home like unique doorknobs, handles, iron hooks, and old-fashioned pictures frames.
Aubrey’s Antiques
A recognized name in the Antique business for over 30 years, Aubrey’s Antiques is a must-visit for anyone shopping for antiques in the Ottawa Region. Located in the south end of the city only 30 minutes from downtown Ottawa, Aubrey’s Antiques has a huge collection of interesting and unique collectables including furniture, pottery, oil lamps, stoneware, sports collectables, tins, signs, toys, and the occasional vintage car!
For those looking to decorate a bar or kitchen they also have a cool selection of classic Coca Cola signs, as well as brewery décor and accessories. Reproduction pine furniture is also one of their specialties, and you’ll find solid wood Canadian-made dining tables, chairs, TV stands and benches in house, as well as items made from reclaimed wood. If you’re visiting the city and looking to ship a larger piece back home, they also provide worldwide shipping for most items.
High Jinx
High Jinx is a unique Ottawa antique shop that is not only packed with cool antiques and collectables, but also gives back to the community with every sale. Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the store and community space is owned by Leigh Reid and Karen Nielsen, friends who worked together in the social services sector over a decade ago. Proceeds from the shop help to provide food, bus fare, and support to those in need in the community.
The store is packed with cool finds from vintage furniture and jewelry, to housewares and one-of-a-kind trinkets. Their stock turns around quickly with strong support and donations from the local community, so keep a close watch on their Instagram feed for new items which come and go quickly.
Ottawa Antique Market
Ottawa’s Old Ottawa South neighbourhood is home to some of the best antique shopping in the capital. The Ottawa Antique Market offers a broad selection of antiques from over 25 professional antique dealers in a spacious 10,000 square foot retail space. Search for antiques from every era, and peruse the carefully curated selection of clothing, accessories, home goods and collectibles. Some great finds include vintage hat boxes, timeless clocks, unique furniture pieces, and books that transcend the ages.
613 Flea
613 Flea has become one of the most popular places to shop for antiques and vintage items in Ottawa. It’s weekend market takes place 1-2 times per month inside the historic Aberdeen Pavillion at Lansdowne Place. The market features a variety of antiques, vintage clothing, handmade crafts and fun, eclectic items. Vendors rotate in and out at each market, so there’s always something new to be found.
Nostalgia Warehouse
Tucked into an unassuming alley in the heart of Ottawa’s Hintonburg neighbourhood, Nostalgia Warehouse is a cool funky spot to shop for all things vintage. The shop is a multi-vendor market that sells an array of retro and vintage items, oddities as well as classic antiques and collectibles.
Some cool items you’ll find in this funky boutique include vintage comic books, magazines, trading cards, board games, action figures and video games. Movie buffs and music lovers will enjoy sifting through the selection of cinematic memorabilia and LP records, and art lovers will be in heaven with vintage posters, prints, sculptures, and folk art. Stock is replenished regularly so there are always new items to be discovered, and prices are fair and reasonable, making it one of the go-to spots in Ottawa for antique lovers.
A Fine Thing
With a carefully curated selection of antiques and furniture, A Fine Thing is the place to go if you’re looking for antique furniture and home décor. With a large and open space, you’ll have fun navigating your way through rows of retro couches, teak dining sets, curvy mid-century chairs, grandfather clocks, and antique desks worthy of a quill pen. A Fine Thing is also packed with other great antique finds including antique jewelry, vintage mirrors and wall art, fine China, rare books (including first editions), and board games from the 1960s. They offer delivery to many locations in Ontario and Quebec, and offer layaway if you find too many things you like.
