Waco's Antique District Verified listing

Halfway between Dallas and Austin, Waco feels like a provincial town by comparison. But what sets it apart from other larger cities in Texas is the surprising density of quality antique and vintage shops. They are nicely spread throughout the city, although there is a distinct cluster in the more central areas, closer to the Brazos River. Waco has long been a favorite shopping destination for those in the antique know, and any collector traveling to Texas should definitely plan a trip to this city.

Lasalle Avenue in Waco is one place where you will find a number of fabulous vintage shops. Junque in the Trunk leads the way with a balanced mix of vintage, shabby, antique, world market and one-of-a-kind finds, along with local handmade items. They have been voted Best Antique Store in Waco for the past 6 years, so this is obviously a hot spot for antique lovers. The Junky Monkey is further down the street and this turquoise building with murals on the side is impossible to miss. This store is filled to the brim with an incredible selection of vintage and antique items, from furniture to clothing. La Salle Shoppes is at the end of the street and is more of an antique mall with eight separate showrooms and 45 individual vendors.

Another set of antique stores can be found on Austin Avenue in Waco. There are so many stores here, you could easily spend a day just walking down the street! Sparrow is an 800 square foot antique mall with 60 different vendors, though they are always looking for more. This mall also hosts workshops and classes on various aspects of antique restoration and repair. Two Blind Mice is a slightly smaller shop with wonderful antiques and incredibly friendly owners. Olive Door Imports specializes in antique furniture from Europe. They also curate artwork and other antiques for their clients.

There are many more shops and places to explore in Waco than just these two streets. No matter what kind of antique or vintage items you collect, you can find them somewhere in this city. It is also the perfect shopping destination for anyone looking to add a unique piece of beauty to their home.