Hidden treasure: The best vintage and antique stores in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

Are you sick of looking through the same big brand stores? Find a one-of-a-kind bargain at a vintage store across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

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Big Antler

158 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood

Open 10am to 4:30pm every day

A short ten minute walk from Ringwood station, you can find Big Antler, which features both artisan handcrafted items and antique goods of all kinds. Look out for the big orange storefront - it’s hard to miss. They also regularly upload their products online, making it easy to shop from the comfort of your own home (with both delivery and in-store pickup available for buyers).

Market Fair

2/794 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully

Open 10am to 5pm every day

Health nuts will likely already be familiar with Wholefood Merchants in Ferntree Gully. Right next door is Market Fair, a treasure trove of more than 300 stallholders. Check them out on Instagram or Facebook to get an idea of what to expect - they regularly showcase what’s on offer. 

Hunted Antiques & Collectibles

37 Scoresby Road, Bayswater

Open 10am to 5pm every day

Formerly located in Kilsyth, Hunted Antiques & Collectibles is a giant warehouse that’s now only a short walk from Bayswater station. Expect to find a bit of everything here - whether it’s war memorabilia, video game collectables, rare editions of books or half price Labubus you’re after. This is a great one to take friends or family to on a rainy day.

Vintage & Collectibles Marketplace

1 Clarke Street, Lilydale

Open 10am to 4pm every day

Conveniently situated nearby Salvos and Vinnies (alongside a host of brunch options) in Lilydale is Vintage & Collectibles Marketplace. The staff are knowledgeable about the products on offer, and always willing to lend a hand. 

Maling Road Antique Centre

117 Maling Road, Canterbury

Open 10am to 4:30pm Monday to Saturday and 12pm to 4:30pm on Sunday

A longtime staple of Canterbury’s Maling Road Shopping Precinct, Maling Road Antique Centre was converted from an old theatre and houses “anything and everything old and collectable”. 

Furniture, jewellery and tableware are some of the many items you can expect to find at this unique location.

Waverley Antique Bazaar

88 Garden Road, Clayton

Open 10am-5pm every day

Another giant warehouse in the east is Waverley Antique Bazaar. With over 240+ antique dealers, an onsite cafe and restrooms in the building, this is another great spot to visit with friends and family. There’s even a stallholder index on their website, for those who want to keep track of their favourite dealers. 

Treasures from the Past Antiques & Collectibles

18 Bell Street, Yarra Glen

Open 10am-2pm Thursdays and Fridays, 10am to 5pm Saturdays and Sundays

Headed out to the Yarra Valley? Take the scenic route and stop by Treasures from the Past. Established in 1990, this charming store aims to sell quality, timeless pieces at affordable prices. If you can’t make it out, the team also regularly curates online auctions - make sure to keep an eye on their website or Facebook page for the next one.