Colorado Springs, CO

Manitou Springs shops

Colorado Springs' antique scene reflects its resort heritage and military presence. Manitou Springs and Old Colorado City offer concentrated shopping. The city's Victorian past and outdoor culture create opportunities.

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Best Antique Stores in Colorado Springs, CO

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American Classics Marketplace

Massive size and endless browsing opportunities
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Antique FurnitureCollectiblesJewelry

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Overwhelming selection and variety across multiple categories
  • Constantly changing inventory encouraging repeat visits
  • Fair pricing and sales opportunities at various vendor booths

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some vendors overpriced compared to other thrift stores
  • Odor issues in warehouse area (mentioned in 1 review)

American Classics Marketplace is Colorado Springs' premier antique mall destination, featuring hundreds of vendor booths across a massive sprawling complex. Specializing in antique furniture, vintage jewelry, collectibles, and antique glassware, this vast warehouse offers something for every collector and treasure hunter. Customers consistently spend 2-6 hours browsing the ever-changing inventory, with many describing it as 'Disneyland for antiques.' The store features helpful staff, ample parking, on-site coffee, and furniture loading assistance at checkout. Fair to mid-range pricing with frequent vendor sales.

1815 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Antique Legacy

Knowledgeable owner
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Antique Store
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
JewelryFurnitureCollectibles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Owner's expertise
  • Unique/quality items
  • Fair pricing

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Owner occasionally perceived as rude/condescending
  • Inconsistent customer service

Antique Legacy is Colorado Springs' premier antique destination specializing in fine sterling silver, gold and silver coins, antique jewelry, furniture, military items, china, American brilliant cut glass, antique toys, and Asian antiques. The shop actively buys full estates and individual pieces including coins, flatware, and collectibles. Located on West Colorado Avenue, Antique Legacy welcomes walk-in customers with antiques and collectibles to sell, offering fair pricing on quality vintage and antique items.

2624 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Idyll Manor

Owner Hannah's exceptional kindness, warmth, and hospitality
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Jewelry & AccessoriesHome Decor & GiftsHeirloom Furniture

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Owner Hannah's genuine warmth and personal connection with customers
  • Carefully curated, unique items not found elsewhere
  • High-quality products at reasonable prices

Idyll Manor is a charming, small boutique in Colorado Springs specializing in curated home decor, jewelry, and gifts with a European aesthetic. Owner Hannah thoughtfully selects each piece, offering a mix of new and antique items including heirloom English furniture, non-toxic candles, dainty jewelry, tabletop items, and artisan-crafted home goods. The store emphasizes 'romanticizing the ordinary' and intentional living, creating a peaceful shopping experience. Located in a multi-shop space, Idyll Manor also hosts workshops and classes. Perfect for finding unique gifts or treating yourself to quality, timeless pieces.

12229 Voyager Pkwy, #100, Colorado Springs, CO 80921

Paris Market Vintage

Exceptional customer service and friendly staff
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Clothing & FashionHome Decor & GiftsJewelry & Accessories

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Exceptional quality and uniqueness of merchandise
  • Warm, personalized customer service and staff recognition
  • Beautiful store ambiance and aesthetic experience

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Restrictive return policy (14-day limit, majority final sale)
  • Lack of exterior signage makes store difficult to locate

Paris Market Vintage is a charming multi-vendor boutique marketplace located at the Shops of Briargate in Colorado Springs. Featuring over 30 local vendors, the store offers an eclectic collection of contemporary boutique fashion, children's clothing, jewelry, home decor, and unique gifts. Known for its French-inspired ambiance with old world romance aesthetic, the store provides an extended browsing experience with carefully curated displays. Customers praise the reasonable prices, exceptional customer service, and ever-changing inventory of one-of-a-kind items perfect for gifts or personal treasures.

1645 Briargate Pkwy, Suite 235, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Open Daily

Rustic Woods

Cute, charming aesthetic with well-organized themed rooms
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Home Decor & GiftsHandmade Items & Local CraftsMetal Art & Outdoor Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Diverse selection of unique, handmade gifts and home decor items
  • Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff
  • Well-curated themed rooms that encourage extended browsing and discovery

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some customers found prices slightly expensive for a tourist town
  • Controversial inventory items (confederate flag merchandise) caused offense to multiple customers

Rustic Woods is a charming locally-owned gift and home decor boutique in Buena Vista featuring handmade items, unique collectibles, and outdoor metal art. The multi-room shop offers themed displays with something for everyone—from Colorado souvenirs and Christmas collectibles to whimsical garden decor and cast iron accents. Known for reasonable prices, friendly staff, and constantly updated inventory, it's a must-visit destination for gift shoppers and travelers seeking distinctive local crafts and one-of-a-kind finds.

108 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211

Ruxton's Trading Post

Knowledgeable and passionate owners (Gretchen and Mike) who are personable, friendly, and helpful
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Western & Cowboy AntiquesNative American CollectiblesHats & Western Wear

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Personal attention and expertise from knowledgeable owners who engage customers in detailed conversations
  • Unique, hard-to-find items with historical significance and character
  • Friendly, welcoming atmosphere with store dogs adding to the charm

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Authenticity issues - at least one customer reported purchasing a Taiwan-made belt marketed as authentic at premium pricing
  • Owner behavior regarding parking - multiple customers reported confrontational interactions with owner over public parking spaces

Ruxton's Trading Post is a charming single-owner antique shop in historic Manitou Springs, Colorado, specializing in Western and cowboy collectibles, Native American artifacts, and vintage hats. Located in a historic building near Ruxton Creek and named after 19th-century explorer Frederick Ruxton, the store offers over 60 years of expertise. Owners Gretchen and Mike Graham curate an eclectic collection featuring felt hats (ranging from 5x to 100% beaver), western wear, spurs, gun holsters, animal hides, vintage metal signs, and unique historical artifacts. The intimate shop invites extended browsing with carefully selected items reflecting deep appreciation for Western history. Customers praise the knowledgeable, friendly owners and fair pricing for authentic antiques.

22 Ruxton Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829

St Elmo General Store Inc

Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff/owners
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
SouvenirsCollectiblesAntiques

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Friendly, welcoming staff and owners
  • Unique shopping experience combined with ghost town exploration
  • Chipmunk and wildlife feeding opportunity

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Prices somewhat high due to remote location and seasonal operation
  • Limited facilities (no bathrooms or food beyond ice cream/snacks)

St Elmo General Store is a charming small shop located in the well-preserved St. Elmo ghost town at 10,000 feet in Nathrop, Colorado. This seasonal general store (open Mother's Day through late September) offers a curated selection of collectible t-shirts and hats, antiques, vintage oddities, souvenirs, and retro candy. Visitors enjoy browsing unique iron cast works, skeleton keys, and local merchandise while experiencing the historic mining town atmosphere. The store is famous for selling sunflower seeds to feed the friendly chipmunks and squirrels across the street, plus serving ice cream. Friendly, knowledgeable staff provide excellent customer service and local area advice.

25865 Co Rd, 162, Nathrop, CO 81236

Sweet William Antique Mall

Exceptional staff friendliness and customer service
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureVintage CollectiblesJewelry & Accessories

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff and vendors
  • Fair and reasonable pricing for quality antiques
  • Extensive selection with constantly changing inventory across multiple floors

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Steep stairs at front entrance (though back parking/entrance available)
  • Vinyl records vendor section is disorganized and overpriced

Sweet William Antique Mall is a beloved multi-vendor antique destination in Colorado Springs featuring two floors packed with carefully curated treasures. Shoppers discover an impressive variety including antique furniture, vintage jewelry, records, collectibles, farm tools, and home décor items. The well-organized booths showcase everything from milk glass and vintage ornaments to old toys and postcards. Known for reasonable prices, exceptional customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere, this gem offers hours of browsing with something for every collector. A basement vendor specializes in thousands of vinyl records, and the store even maintains a free items basket for budget-conscious treasure hunters.

2109 Broadway St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

The Globe Antique Store

Friendly, helpful, pleasant staff and owners
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Antiques & CollectiblesHome DecorVintage Textiles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Genuine antiques and real treasures (not modern reproductions)
  • Reasonable to good pricing on most items
  • Friendly, welcoming staff and owners (Jon and Amy specifically mentioned)

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Pricing on some items perceived as high (toy tractors example)
  • Limited furniture selection compared to other antique stores

The Globe Antique Store is a sprawling 10,000 sq ft antique mall in Florence, Colorado's historic Antique Capital, housed in a beautiful 2-story brick building from 1900. With over 35 vendors, you'll discover genuine antiques and collectibles across multiple categories including linens, kitchen items, glassware, and vintage home decor. The store is meticulously organized and beautifully displayed, offering something for everyone. New ownership since 2023 has maintained the store's commitment to quality inventory and exceptional customer service. Also home to Loralie Designs, featuring unique vintage fabric designs.

109 W Main St, Florence, CO 81226

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Best Times to Visit

  • Season: May-September (best mountain weather)
  • Parking: Moderate (tourist area parking)

Shopping Tips

  • Manitou Springs touristy but charming.
  • Native items need authentication.
  • Victorian pieces from resort era.
  • Military items from bases.

Dining Options

  • Numerous restaurants in Colorado Springs, CO area
  • Plan a full day trip with dining
  • Local cafes and eateries nearby

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