Cape May, NJ

Washington Street Mall shops

America's oldest seaside resort offers antique shopping on Washington Street Mall and throughout its Victorian district. The preserved gingerbread architecture and maritime heritage create a unique collecting environment.

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Best Antique Stores in Cape May, NJ

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Antique Alley of Bridgeville LLC

Massive selection and variety of items across multiple categories
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureHome DécorCollectibles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Enormous variety and constantly changing inventory
  • Spacious, well-organized layout that encourages extended browsing
  • Friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere with amenities like free coffee

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some items and sections (particularly pyrex) perceived as overpriced
  • No haggling allowed due to vendor-set pricing structure

Antique Alley of Bridgeville is a sprawling 20,000+ square foot antique mall featuring 125 booths from 70 different dealers. This vast treasure trove offers furniture, vintage pyrex, collectibles, antique tools, home décor, jewelry, and much more. The climate-controlled space is well-organized with floor maps and navigation arrows, making it easy to explore. Vendors refresh merchandise weekly, ensuring something new on every visit. Amenities include a café with complimentary coffee and snacks, and the store is a Dixie Belle Paint Premier Dealer. Voted Best Antiques Store in Sussex County, it's a destination worth the drive for serious collectors and casual browsers alike.

18208 Sussex Hwy, Bridgeville, DE 19933

Cape May Antique Center

Wide variety and selection of items
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureVinyl RecordsJewelry

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Diverse inventory with something for everyone
  • Reasonable pricing relative to quality
  • Pleasant browsing experience and organized layout

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Staff professionalism issues (loud phone calls, rudeness in isolated incidents)
  • Some customers find prices high or selection uninteresting

Cape May Antique Center is a multi-vendor antique mall featuring 70+ dealer booths offering an eclectic mix of genuine antiques and vintage collectibles. Customers praise the extensive selection of furniture, vinyl records, jewelry, nautical antiques, toys, and home decor with prices ranging from $1 to $1,000. The well-organized space offers something for everyone, with new merchandise arriving weekly. Located near Cape May's docks, it's a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking hidden treasures at fair prices.

Farpoint Toys & Collectibles

Passionate, knowledgeable owners and staff who genuinely care about customers
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Vintage Toys & Action FiguresComic BooksVideo Games & Collectibles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Owners' genuine passion, integrity, and community commitment (mentioned in 15+ reviews)
  • Curated selection of hard-to-find vintage collectibles at fair prices
  • Nostalgic experience that allows customers to relive childhood memories

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Small physical space can feel cramped and overwhelming for some visitors
  • Limited hours (Friday-Saturday 12-5pm, Sunday 12-3pm) require advance planning

Farpoint Toys & Collectibles is a beloved small shop in Mays Landing, NJ specializing in vintage and modern collectibles spanning from the 1980s to today. The store features an impressive selection of action figures (Star Wars, G.I. Joe, MOTU, TMNT, Transformers), comic books, retro video games, and pop culture memorabilia. Owners Justin and Penelope have created a welcoming, inclusive community space that doubles as a museum with display cases celebrating toy history. Known for fair pricing, knowledgeable staff, and personal service, Farpoint also hosts 'It's A Toy Show' events featuring multiple vendors and maintains a strong online presence with weekly podcasts highlighting new arrivals.

5113 Harding Hwy, Mays Landing, NJ 08330

Finding Avalon

Unique, unusual items not found elsewhere
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Crystals & MineralsOddities & CuriositiesMetaphysical Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Unique, unusual, one-of-a-kind items and oddities
  • Knowledgeable, friendly, patient staff who provide personalized service
  • Calm, beautiful, well-curated atmosphere in historic building

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Recent remodel removed some popular items (herbs, apothecary, tarot, incense) that long-time customers preferred
  • New oddities inventory is expensive

Finding Avalon is a unique metaphysical and curiosities shop located in historic Camden, Delaware's Edward Cole House (built 1780, National Historic Register). This locally-owned store specializes in crystals, minerals, oddities, and metaphysical items including tarot cards, herbs, incense, and preserved specimens. With four dedicated rooms and constantly changing inventory, customers describe it as a calm, welcoming space filled with unusual items not found elsewhere. The friendly staff and beloved shop cat create a warm atmosphere perfect for extended browsing.

102 S Main St, Camden, DE 19934

Flea Market 13 Antiques & Used Furniture

Vast variety and selection of unique items across multiple categories
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Antique FurnitureVintage Signs & NeonAntique Vehicles & Memorabilia

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Enormous selection and variety of genuine antiques and collectibles
  • Quality of restored antique cars and vintage signage
  • Reasonable prices on many items with bargains available

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Inconsistent pricing with some items marked high or overpriced
  • Customer service issues with front desk staff reported by multiple reviewers

Flea Market 13 Antiques & Used Furniture is a vast multi-vendor antique mall in Pocomoke City, Maryland, featuring an impressive collection of genuine antiques and vintage items across multiple categories. Customers describe it as a "huge" warehouse-style destination with consignment vendors maintaining their own stocked areas. The store specializes in antique furniture, beautifully restored vintage cars, extensive vintage signage and neon lighting, jewelry, coins, Vaseline glass, nautical items, and collectibles. Notable features include visible restoration workshops, an outdoor flea market component, special events like car shows, and an on-site candle shop. Most visitors plan for several hours of browsing through the well-organized, diverse inventory. Prices range from bargains to higher-end pieces, with friendly staff ready to assist.

1011 Ocean Hwy, Pocomoke City, MD 21851
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Heritage Antiques Market

Friendly staff
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureCollectiblesHome Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Finding unique treasures
  • Quality of merchandise
  • Helpful staff

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Staff following customers
  • Limited operating hours

Heritage Antiques Market is a 10,000 square foot antique wonderland in Lewes, Delaware, featuring over 65 vendors under one roof—one of the largest antique markets in the state. Browse an extensive variety of fine porcelain, glass, pottery, lighting, old tools, antique furniture, wall art, and garden items. Whether you're a seasoned collector or casual browser, the constantly changing inventory offers something for everyone. Described as a scavenger hunt experience, visitors can spend hours exploring this vast showroom with knowledgeable staff assistance available.

16168 Coastal Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958

The Brush Factory on Kings

Diverse selection of merchandise
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Decorative ItemsFurnitureClothing/Textiles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Finding unique items
  • One-stop shopping experience
  • Local artisan and handmade products

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • No public restrooms
  • Some staff friendliness issues

The Brush Factory on Kings houses over 60 vendors offering an eclectic mix of home goods, furniture, clothing, and art alongside Ray's produce market. Customers frequently spend 1-2 hours exploring the well-organized departments featuring both vintage and modern pieces. The spacious layout allows for comfortable browsing through themed sections, with many reviewers noting the fresh produce and plants as an unexpected highlight.

830 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958

The Spot At The Ave, LLC

Huge variety and eclectic selection of merchandise
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Vintage RecordsAntiques & CollectiblesVintage Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Ability to find unique gifts and unexpected treasures
  • Reasonable pricing compared to industry standards
  • Clean, organized presentation unlike typical thrift stores

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Occasional staff rudeness (cashier and manager interactions)
  • Can be overwhelming due to volume of merchandise

The Spot At The Ave is a sprawling multi-vendor thrift and antique marketplace in Vineland, NJ featuring approximately 80 independent dealers across two floors. This well-organized, clean facility offers an eclectic mix of vintage records, antique furniture, collectibles, toys, action figures, vintage decor, jewelry, and handmade items. Customers consistently praise the reasonable prices, wide variety, and quality merchandise. With a gem store, guitar fabricator, food service, and constantly changing inventory from multiple vendors, it's designed as a half-day destination where visitors can easily spend hours browsing.

618 E Landis Ave, Vineland, NJ 08360

They're Action Figures

Great selection/inventory
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Antique Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Action FiguresTrading CardsComics

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Finding rare or hard-to-find items
  • Better prices than online retailers
  • Personal connection with owner

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Occasional customer service issues
  • Some shipping/online order problems

They're Action Figures is a modern collectibles store in Dover, Delaware specializing in action figures, trading cards, and contemporary collectibles. The shop carries an extensive inventory including Marvel Legends, WWE & AEW wrestling figures, Pokemon TCG singles and packs, graded and ungraded comics, Star Wars figures, Funko Pops, GI JOE vintage figures, MOTU, DC Comics, Transformers, TMNT, Hot Wheels, NECA figures, and Lego sets. They also offer BAF (Build-A-Figure) parts, merchandise, and pre-orders. Website and store inventory are maintained separately in different locations.

51 Greentree Dr, Dover, DE 19904

West End Garage

Diverse vendor selection and variety of merchandise
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Art & PhotographyAntiques & VintageJewelry

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Wide variety of unique items and multiple vendors to explore
  • Quality merchandise and local artisan support
  • Integrated café, dog-friendly policy, and clean facilities

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some vendors selling AI-generated art at premium prices
  • Inconsistent vendor quality and curation

West End Garage is Cape May's premier multi-vendor shopping destination housed in a reimagined 1940s garage. Browse over 60 curated vendors offering an eclectic mix of original art, photography, vintage and antique items, handmade jewelry, clothing, crafts, and unique local souvenirs. Customers consistently praise the diverse selection and spend 2+ hours exploring themed boutique-style stalls. The on-site Beach Plum Bakery & Café serves farm-to-table baked goods and coffee. Dog-friendly with public restrooms. Mid-range pricing with quality merchandise across multiple categories.

484 W Perry St, Cape May, NJ 08204

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Best Times to Visit

  • Season: May-September (summer season)
  • Parking: Challenging in summer - paid parking, arrive early

Shopping Tips

  • Summer season brings crowds but all shops open.
  • Many close or reduce hours winter.
  • Victorian Week in October.
  • Shipwreck items from offshore wrecks.

Dining Options

  • Numerous restaurants in Cape May, NJ area
  • Plan a full day trip with dining
  • Local cafes and eateries nearby

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