Saint Charles County has numerous antique shops with most of the establishments located in downtown Saint Charles or in the Augusta Wine Country. Because the days and hours that the shops are open vary, we suggest that you call in advance if you are planning on visiting specific shops.

The Historic Downtown District of Saint Charles is a shopper’s paradise. Most of the shops are located on Main Street and are located amongst plenty of places to eat, small little nook parks for a rest, and historical attractions. The area is about 15 blocks long and terminates at the Foundry Art Centre which features working artists and their studios.

The Historic Downtown District of Saint Charles is a shopper’s paradise. Most of the shops are located on Main Street and are located amongst plenty of places to eat, small little nook parks for a rest, and historical attractions. The area is about 15 blocks long and terminates at the Foundry Art Centre which features working artists and their studios.

The Historic Downtown District of Saint Charles is a shopper’s paradise. Most of the shops are located on Main Street and are located amongst plenty of places to eat, small little nook parks for a rest, and historical attractions. The area is about 15 blocks long and terminates at the Foundry Art Centre which features working artists and their studios.

In the early 1900s both Illinois and Missouri were prolific in the wine making business. The wine businesses in both states were dealt a severe blow when the Prohibition era began. Today wineries have made a comeback and French Colonial Country offers visitors a variety of quality wineries, many of which serve food and provide live entertainment, making a trip to the region a pleasurable experience.

In the early 1900s both Illinois and Missouri were prolific in the wine making business. The wine businesses in both states were dealt a severe blow when the Prohibition era began. Today wineries have made a comeback and French Colonial Country offers visitors a variety of quality wineries, many of which serve food and provide live entertainment, making a trip to the region a pleasurable experience.

Belleville is known for its Main Street where a number of one-of-a-kind shops can be found in the historic downtown area, part of the largest historic district in Illinois. Special events including Art on the Square in May, Music on Main, and outdoor summer concerts add extra excitement to an afternoon or evening of shopping. Downtown Belleville is just fifteen minutes from downtown St. Louis and is a stop on the Metrolink.

Belleville is known for its Main Street where a number of one-of-a-kind shops can be found in the historic downtown area, part of the largest historic district in Illinois. Special events including Art on the Square in May, Music on Main, and outdoor summer concerts add extra excitement to an afternoon or evening of shopping. Downtown Belleville is just fifteen minutes from downtown St. Louis and is a stop on the Metrolink.

Monroe County is in the heart of French Colonial country and has a number of shops in the towns that are located along the Great River Road.

Taking a trip to Kimmswick is like stepping back in time. Visitors can spend a delightful afternoon browsing through a number of antique, artisans and collectibles shops, enjoying the architecture, history and wide array of products offered. Many of the shops are located in historic homes and buildings dating back to the mid-1800s.

Taking a trip to Kimmswick is like stepping back in time. Visitors can spend a delightful afternoon browsing through a number of antique, artisans and collectibles shops, enjoying the architecture, history and wide array of products offered. Many of the shops are located in historic homes and buildings dating back to the mid-1800s.

Sainte Genevieve provides it visitors a unique shopping experience with most of its specialty and antique shops located in the historic downtown district. Shoppers can stroll down it quaint streets where the shops reside in historic buildings dating back to the 19th and early 20th century. The shopping opportunities range from small gift shops with unique items to the art shops of Sainte Genevieve’s robust art community. The wineries of Sainte Genevieve County's Route de Vin also offer shoppers the bounty of their vineyards and other items.

Sainte Genevieve provides it visitors a unique shopping experience with most of its specialty and antique shops located in the historic downtown district. Shoppers can stroll down it quaint streets where the shops reside in historic buildings dating back to the 19th and early 20th century. The shopping opportunities range from small gift shops with unique items to the art shops of Sainte Genevieve’s robust art community. The wineries of Sainte Genevieve County's Route de Vin also offer shoppers the bounty of their vineyards and other items.

Edwardsville is the home of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. As a college town Edwardsville offers it visitors a range of shopping experiences from gourmet food and wine shops, well stocked athletic stores, and unique specialty shops. Its vibrant artist community means that there are plenty of art shops and galleries.

Shopping in Jersey County is NOT like shopping at the Mall. Whether you’re strolling down Main Street in Grafton just blocks from the river or Jerseyville’s historic downtown with architecture dating from the late 1800s to early 1900s, Jersey County offers its visitors an amazing variety of specialty shops, boutiques, and artist studios complimented by equally unique dining experiences. Don’t forget to visit the Riverside Flea Market in the historic Boathouse Building in Grafton on weekends from April through October.