10 Antique Stores in Western Cape That You Shouldn't Miss

The Book Collector is an antiquarian bookstore in the cultural heart of the seaside village of Hermanus from where it sells and ships literary treasures to book lovers and collectors across the world. The store prides itself on its collection of Africana and Militaria. Works on South Africa’s political and cultural history – in both English and Afrikaans – are popular choices for locals and tourists alike. Apart from the Literary Classics, the store’s shelves are piled ceiling-high with works on History, Politics, Travel and Exploration, Archeology, Mythology, Religion, Esoterica, Self-Help, Psychology, Philosophy, Biographies, Business, Science, Wild Life, Gardening, Cooking, Music, Art, as well as Arts and Crafts, and even Pets. It also has some hard-to-find Car and Motorcycle Manuals. This quaint little book shop also has a fine selection of First Editions and Signed copies. Popular fiction can be found on the Daily Sale Table. Come and Explore!

At African Tribes we strive to make every shopping experience a pleasant one. A customer should feel valued and happy with each purchase. In our warm and comfortable store, you will find a vast collection of Exotic Skins ,handmade jewelry and African arts that are sure to satisfy everybody’s needs and desires. Our educated staff will assist you in choosing the perfect piece of jewelry, African piece or Game, like Nguni, Kudu, Impala, Springbok, Zebra, Lion or Giraffe . All this wonderful game melted in one exclusive and unique expression of art, design & comfort. Like our country, it all comes together as one and so is our pieces. If you would like to schedule a private consultation to help you make your purchase, please call to make an appointment. Our goal at African Tribes is to make our customers feel comfortable and to keep them coming back. After being in business for over 25 years we know how to make our customers feel as precious as our products and gifts.

We buy & sell vintage, antiques, retro, oddities, furniture, jewellery, decor, bric-a-brac, collectibles, paintings & cool junk. Open Mondays to Fridays 9am to 4pm & select Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Weekends and after hours gladly by appointment. Visit us at Shop 9A, The Woodmill Lifestyle Centre, Vredenburg Road, Stellenbosch.

Antiques, Collectables, Design, Decor and African Pickers.

Masquerade is a well-known and much-loved retail shop in Franschhoek. We offer a wide range of homeware, gifts, linen, candles, body and bath products and much more. All products are developed, imported or hand selected by the owner

If you are looking for a unique experience you should certainly include Romantiques in your itinerary. You will find the extensive array of antiques and memorabilia fascinating and all are displayed in a picturesque setting in an old property in the heart of the town. If you are looking for militaria, vintage toys, china and silverware, vintage clothing and everything in between, you won’t be disappointed. Children will be fascinated by the various items, many of which they will only have read about. There is plenty of on-site parking and card facilities are available if you find something you simply must have. Set aside a couple of hours to enjoy the setting and indulge in a cup of coffee or play the vintage pin ball machines.

A hidden treasure on tranquil Leisure Island-Situated next to the Coffee Shop, Leisure Isle Antiques offers one a trip down memory lane a midst antiques,collectibles and rare books of a bygone era. Browse the many rooms of the "old house" to find your treasure! The store transforms into a Christmas wonderland in December with Santa's Post Box and "Dickens" style displays enthralling all who visit.