There has been talk over the years of having our Philly neighborhood designated as a Vintage District due to the concentration of vintage shops, each one unique and with its own special offering. If you’re planning a trip to the city, our hotel is steps away from some of the best vintage stores in Philadelphia. Here are 12 of our favorite vintage shops within walking distance of YOWIE Hotel.

Vintage Stores in Philly: Find Your Match

With 12 incredible vintage shops in one neighborhood, knowing where to start helps. Here’s a quick breakdown of what each Philadelphia vintage store does best.

12 Best Vintage Stores in Philadelphia

Retrospect Vintage

@retrospectvintage – The OG vintage shop in our South Street neighborhood, Retrospect is best for graphic tees, vintage outerwear, and more! They also have an Etsy shop if you want to shop after your visit. We find the best time to visit Retrospect is mid week and on Saturday mornings when lots of new items usually hit the floor. They also have an Etsy page if you’re out of town and check their Instagram for themed drops like Levi’s jeans, vintage sports gear and more!

Raxx Vintage Emporium

@raxxvintage – This vintage store in Philadelphia is great for vintage jewelry, army/navy pants, and more. Located next to our favorite hardware store, Cohen’s! Follow Raxx online as once a month they hold an open house at their bulk vintage warehouse, great for folks who love the hunt and are ready to dig for goodies.

B-Bop Vintage

@bbopvintage – For lovers of patterns and 70s looks, B-Bop has a playful assortment for vintage browsing and dressing up. B-Bop is a great place to find that outfit-completing accessory, scarf or extra bit of sparkle.

Wayward Collection

@waywardcollection – Expertly curated with some of the most iconic pieces, with designer shoes and accessories to top off your look. We’re always impressed by how fair the pricing is for the goods, many of which are designer pieces or smaller labels from the past that you’ll be bookmarking to learn more about.

Moore Vintage Archive

@moorevintagearchive – One of South Philadelphia’s best Black-owned businesses, Moore is a destination for fashion lovers with exceptional taste and encyclopedic knowledge of design. Keeshawn often features the work of Black designers as well, such as Patrick Kelly and Lou Badger. If you live in New York, Moore frequently participates in vintage markets in New York, LA and more!

At My House

@atmyhou.se – Inclusive sizing makes this Philadelphia vintage store extra special, and they offer workshops and monthly events to introduce you to makers and artists. Check out their events calendar on Instagram to plan your next visit!

Sweet Peel Vintage

@sweetpeelvintage – Great for eye-catching pieces and accessories. They also carry disposable cameras and film to capture your next adventure.

Vagabond

@shopatvagabond – One of Old City’s best vintage boutiques, and those in the know go here for their great selection of jeans and outerwear. Vagabond also carries a roster of beautiful brands from all over the country.

Stickball

@stick.ball – An elevated curation of vintage clothing and objects. This Philadelphia shop also holds great events featuring makers and other vintage sellers. Spend some time here—there’s lots to see and you don’t want to miss anything. Make sure to check the jewelry case for a beautiful selection of silver and its rotating book offering.

Snail

@shop_snail –  This vintage store in Philly is a new addition to Old City featuring slow goods, vintage, and homewares. Located in a bright and airy space.

The Best Vintage Stores in Philadelphia are Right Outside Our Door

Most of these spaces are a short walk (read 5 mins) from our center city Philadelphia hotel. This neighborhood has one of the best concentrations of vintage stores in the city, and we think that’s worth a trip on its own. And when you’re on South Street, make sure to stop by our own shop at YOWIE. We feature a carefully curated mix of vintage finds, unique objects, and goods you won’t find anywhere else in town! Or if you’re looking for food recommendations to stay fueled during shopping, check out our guides to the best sandwiches and pizza in South Philly.

And the best part? You can shop all day and never be more than a five minute walk from your room! Book your stay with us and spend your days exploring one of the best neighborhoods in Philadelphia.