St. Petersburg might be young compared to some other Russian cities, but you can’t deny that locals here deeply appreciate things with an antique vibe. They also have great taste! That’s probably why there are so many lovely vintage stores and flea markets around the city. To start your treasure hunt for cute keepsakes, consider visiting these gorgeous spots:

Vosk Place 

Address: Soyuza Pechatnikov St. 6

“We feel like our store and St. Petersburg suit each other,” say the owners of Vosk Place on their website. We totally agree! It’s a super cozy place with a homey, yet sophisticated vibe located in a historic building right next to the Mariinsky Theater.

At Vosk Place, you’ll find a wide selection of vintage tableware by famous European manufacturers like Villeroy & Boch and Royal Tudor Ware, as well as some textile items and modern locally-made decor items. The store also cares about the social aspect of their business and regularly hosts exhibitions and other events. Follow them on social media to stay updated.

Nevabyvaemo (Незабываемо)

Address: Ryleeva St. 21; Levashovsky Pr. 4

A really stylish store for vintage lovers. Here you’ll find everything you need to set a fantastic table for breakfast or dinner with antique goods in mint condition. Come by to treat yourself with something cute and unique or to simply get inspired by the thought-out interior.

At Nezabyvaemo, you can also find a wide range of products by modern brands that will go with your vintage finds: textile, accessories, ceramics, and more.

Momenty (Моменты)

Address: Grivtsova Ln. 2

A perfect place for those who appreciate elegance and unusual silverware. At Momenty, you’ll find intricate sugar tongs, oyster knives, ice-cream bowls, and more. But the range of items on sale goes beyond that – it includes all kinds of other antique goods, from postcards to tableware. 

To hunt for vintage gems online, see our guide on how to use the most popular classifieds platform in Russia.