Love the thrill of treasure hunting?

Madison has several antique malls and a variety of antique stores. Find primitives, collectibles, architectural items, vintage kitchenware, jewelry, furniture, and more!

Morning: Start your day with a freshly brewed coffee and a light breakfast at The Creperie & Gallery 115. This charming art-filled café & gallery will power you up for a day of treasure hunting. Start with Lumber Mill Antique Mall, an expansive mall filled with unique booths offering everything from vintage home decor to rare collectibles. You’re sure to find something in this 3-story treasure trove! Next, hop over to River West Antique Mall, just a short drive away. This massive multi-level space houses a wide variety of antiques, primitives, and vintage goods. It’s a paradise for antique enthusiasts!

Afternoon: After working up an appetite, grab a bite at The Red Pepperoni or The Red Pepper. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of Madison’s staples before visiting their neighbor, Olde Tyme Marketplace. This beautiful boutique offers a blend of vintage treasures, farmhouse finds, and repurposed items. Don’t miss their seasonal displays for home decor inspiration. Head back down to the East end of Main to stop by Pennilane Antiques, a curated selection of antiques and collectibles in this charming and well-organized space.

Evening: End your shopping spree at Wow! What a Find!
Fill up the rest of you bags at this unique marketplace with vintage finds and one-of-a-kind artisan goods. Be sure to browse their home decor and gift items for treasures to take home before heading to dinner at Off-Broadway Taproom. There’s no better way to wrap up your day with a cozy dinner at this beloved local spot known for fresh food & live music.

Linger Longer: Turn your treasure hunting into a full-blown getaway! Stay at one of our overnight accommodations to extend your trip. We have rustic cabins, guesthouses, cozy bed & breakfasts, and award-winning hotels to choose from! After a great night’s rest, you’re ready to tackle day 2 of your exploration!

Morning: Kick off the day with a muffin or scone at The Red Roaster, another of the “Reds” Restaurants. After filling up on good eats & delicious coffee, you’re ready to take in more of Madison with a walking tour. Public Art, Historic Sites, Madison in the Movies: we have several to choose from at the Visitors Center. If you’d like to explore in style, you can also rent a golf-cart from Acree Alley to see the sights. Be sure to schedule a tour of Madison’s crown jewel, the Lanier Mansion! Tours are offered Wednesday – Saturday, and they often have free tour dates on Federal holiday Mondays. After working up an appetite exploring downtown, grab a light lunch at

Afternoon: After working up an appetite exploring Madison, stop in for a light lunch & refreshing iced drink at The Attic / Coffee Mill Cafe, a Madison staple for over 50 years! Newly renovated, the Attic serves salads, paninis, soups, and sandwiches until 2PM. After enjoying a nice meal, take a short stroll one block west to the Trolley Barn Shops, a building that once housed our city’s trolleys and later generated electricity for our city lights! This shopping center features several boutique shops as well as a charcuterie shop. Grab a to-go box and a bottle of wine to enjoy later on the riverfront!

Evening: As you wind down your evening, attend a movie or show at the Ohio Theatre. They often have performances, comedy shows, and movies on the weekends. Follow them on Facebook for the most updated schedule of events. There is also always live music to be enjoyed at one of our many music venues in town. Check out our calendar of events to plan your evening fun! And don’t forget: take in the sunset on the riverfront as you enjoy your charcuterie box of goodies from Cheesy Come, Cheesy Go in the Trolley Barn.

Event Recommendation – If you’re looking to attend an antiquing event, Lumber Mill Antiques puts on special Deal with the Dealer days where you can negotiate directly with the dealers.

• Spring Open House & Deal with the Dealer – First Saturday in March 
• Fall Deal with the Dealer – First Saturday in November 

You’ll find it easy to spend the day or weekend lost in the hunt. Check out a full list of our antique and collectible shops here.