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Antique Shopping in Downtown Kissimmee: 5 Quirky Souvenirs You Can't Leave Without

Are you looking for something different to remember your trip to Kissimmee? Find rare treasures to take home when you go antiquing in historic Downtown Kissimmee.

Antiques at Lanier's Historic Downtown Marketplace in Kissimmee

Antiques at Lanier's Historic Downtown Marketplace in Kissimmee

A few miles east of the theme parks, historic Downtown Kissimmee offers a fascinating time capsule of Florida history in its antique shops.

Shopping at Echoes of Yesterday and Lanier's Historic Downtown Marketplace can be a fun way to uncover hidden treasures that make great conversation starters and unique souvenirs to remember your trip. What can you find?

Antique Kissimmee Photos & Postcards

If you're a history buff or love collecting antiques, these antique Kissimmee postcards should be on your must-have list. Vintage postcards are a great way to send a memorable message to friends and family back home or keep as a collectible. These items are perfect for anyone who wants to connect with a different era or make fantastic decor pieces, framing them on display in your home or office. You can find postcards featuring Downtown Kissimmee streetscapes from the 1920s, the Monument of States, and even some from the zoo that used to be downtown. Ask a local about the lion roars heard for miles!

Retro Theme Park Souvenirs

If visiting the theme parks is on your to-do list while in Kissimmee, you probably want to take a few souvenirs home. And while the shops are filled to the brim with their newest creations, you may want to take home a piece of theme park history. The antique stores in Downtown Kissimmee give you the opportunity to find retro souvenirs of some of our oldest and dearest characters. These shops are a treasure trove of vintage merchandise, including pins, figurines, posters, lunchboxes, and more. You never know what hidden gems you might uncover or maybe even find a little magic.

Vintage Media

If you're an avid movie or television fan, the antique shops in Downtown Kissimmee offer an impressive selection of classic media, including CDs, movies, DVDs, and records. These items can be an excellent way to relive an era or discover a new favorite genre. Music lovers can browse old records. Movie fanatics can shop through an extensive collection of classic films, documentaries, and TV shows not easily found in modern stores, including VHS tapes or DVDs from childhood (you know, “back in our day” type finds with your parents). These make for a special gift for someone back home or provide you with a memory to hang onto as you look back on your trip to Kissimmee.

Antique License Plates

If you're a car enthusiast, then antique license plates could be the perfect addition to your collection. You can choose from plenty of different designs that suit your preferences and find authentic license plates from different eras in Florida. These antique plates make great decorative pieces for your garage or a man cave while adding historical charm.

Vintage Furniture & Dishware

If you're currently redecorating and are looking for mid-century or western pieces, this souvenir may not fit in your carry on but could certainly be the focal point in your home. Offering a wide range of vintage furniture and dishware, you can find unique pieces, such as vintage chairs, tables, and old dressers, perfect for adding character and style to any room. Our antique stores offer rows and rows of antique china. Think teacups, saucers, and plates galore, which can make for great conversation pieces at your next dinner party. Get a different one for each place setting and guess where you think it’s been! If cups could talk! Whether you're looking for a statement piece or just browsing for inspiration, these vintage items offer a glimpse into the past and a chance to add timeless elegance to your home decor.

Whether you search for vintage postcards, retro theme park souvenirs, antique furniture, or anything in between, there's something for everyone at antique shops in Downtown Kissimmee to remember your trip. Take some time to explore the shops in the area and see what hidden treasures you can find. Happy shopping! And if you want to know even more about all the things you can do in Kissimmee, be sure to sign up for our newsletter.