Visitors to Alton in the downtown district along Broadway and the riverfront will find a variety of unique shops ranging from stained glass to olive oil. Imports can be found along side local crafts that offer jewelry, pottery, artisan wood pieces and more.
Honeybee Vintage LLC
114 E Broadway
Alton, IL
618-433-8195
Vintage, Antiques, & Other Sweet Finds. Honeybee Vintage LLC iis located in historic Alton, Illinois just steps from the Mississippi River and about 30 minutes from St. Louis. This quaint shop specializes in painted furniture, cottage antiques, cotton quilts, handstitched linens, vintage jewelry, and upscale resale decor for home and garden.
1904 General Store
322 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-433-8195
This building's rustic woodwork, hand-carved in Germany's Black Forest, was part of the German exhibit at the St. Louis 1904 World's Fair. In 1905 the building was purchased and moved to Alton now is a wonderful old fashion Candy Store and Gift Shop.
Alton Exchange Mall
2990 E. Homer M. Adams Parkway
Alton, IL
618-463-1273
Alton Exchange Mall has over 16,000 square feet of antiques, vintage, primitive, re-purposed and up-cycled items, candles, soaps, jewelry, signs, floral, glassware, collectibles and new & pre-loved décor, Amish jams, candy, dips, popcorn, honey, and coffee.
Alton Stained Glass
412 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-462-4145
Visit this working studio to shop for hand-crafted works of art - lamps, window panes, ornaments, sun catchers, glass beads, and more. From decorative items to window panes, make a purchase from the floor or have Lynne custom design a piece for you and your home.
Bluff City Outdoors
2813 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-465-6175
Located within a short drive of the Mississippi, Missouri and Illinois rivers, this shop offers a variety of fishing supplies, such as rods, reels, baits, and jigs as well as hunting, trapping supplies and outdoor apparel.
Farmstone Roots
215 Piasa Street
Alton, IL
618-409-9777
Farmstone Roots creates handcrafted and custom-order signs, plaques and decor in a modern, farmhouse style.
The Fashion Lane
302 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
Fashion that finds you! The Fashion Lane is a mobile boutique that brings the latest trends to you. The Fashion Lane is full of on-trend pieces that are perfect for work, play or anything that today’s modern women encounter.
The Gift Box
300 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
The Gift Box is a unique gift shop for everyone! Jewelry, handbags, cosmetics, accessories, cards, spices, coffee, hand-painted glass, candles, home accessories and organization items...and SO MUCH MORE!!
Grapevine
2 W. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-462-6502
A gem of a store and shopping experience found in downtown Alton, Illinois, owned by Kelly Olmsted. The Grapevine, a specialty children's clothing boutique features stylish classic boys and girls outfits and accessories, as well as toys and books.
Honeybee Vintage LLC
114 E Broadway
Alton, IL
618-433-8195
Vintage, Antiques, & Other Sweet Finds. Honeybee Vintage LLC iis located in historic Alton, Illinois just steps from the Mississippi River and about 30 minutes from St. Louis. This quaint shop specializes in painted furniture, cottage antiques, cotton quilts, handstitched linens, vintage jewelry, and upscale resale decor for home and garden.
Indigo Moon
301 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-717-0546
Indigo Moon carries a full line of hippie, colorful, bohemian clothes... perfect for wearing at the annual Earthtones Festival or for back-to-school or really for any reason whatsoever! Indigo Moon also offers an eclectic selection of items such as clothing, soaps, essential oils, bath products and is a vendor for Republic of Tea.
It's Raining Zen
301 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-717-0546
It's Raining Zen is about a positive, peaceful, loving approach to life! It's Raining Zen is located in the Historic Mineral Springs Mall, this specialty shop offers crystals, gems, oils, herbs, jewelry and a large assortment of New Age products and services.
Josephine's Gift Shops
6109 Godfrey Road
Godfrey, IL
618-466-7796
After lunch browse through Josephine's many shops and relax in the beautiful landscaped gardens. Unique home decor, gifts, florals and accessories are among the many pieces offered in vignette settings in the original house, once part of Monticello College that was founded in 1838.
Mississippi Mud Pottery
310 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-462-7573
Browse the selection of handmade and unique pottery at Mississippi Mud Pottery. Chad Nelson and Felicia Breen continue the tradition of making well-crafted, functional stoneware pottery. Watch as they create new pieces in the shop, right before your eyes.
Olive Oil Marketplace
108 W. 3rd Street
Alton, IL
618-304-3769
Olive Oil Marketplace is a local family owned and operated gourmet market since 2011. Inspired by the need to eat healthier, and cook with better ingredients, they discovered the health benefits and robust flavors produced while cooking with extra virgin olive oils and vinegars.
Score! Records
210 Market Street
Alton, IL
618-798-0122
Score! Records is an independently owned and operated record shop that specializes in vinyl, CDs, and music merchandise.
Second Reading Book Shop
16 E. Broadway
Alton, IL
618-462-2830
If you like sci-fi, pulp fiction, first editions or even just a lightly used modern novel, the Second Reading Book Shop is the place for you. Established in 1979, the business moved to an 1831 Federal Style building in the heart of Alton's river front, historical district in 1987.
Three Charming Chicks
219 Williams Street
Alton, IL
618-954-9761
Advertised as a "Pop Up Store" this fun shop is only open the first, full weekend of every month. 3 Charming Chicks is a unique shopping experience. They specialize in unique, trendy and vintage merchandise including repurposed furniture, including many great seasonal items. Each month, the shop is overflowing with one of a kind and new inventory!
White Birch
701 W. Delmar Avenue
Alton, IL
618-466-9100
White Birch features upscale gifts with a flair for the unique are among the many items found at the White Birch. Stunning jewelry, amazingly soft baby blankets, Gurgle Pots for entertaining and a bridal registry are available.
