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Best Antique Shops in Calabar — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best antique shops in Calabar? We've ranked the top 13 antique shops in Calabar, Cross River State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.

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As of August 2026, Ranked lists 11 antique shops in Calabar, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity — never by payment.

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11 results
  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    Marian Market — photo

    Marian Market

    74.0/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars440 reviews

    Marian Market, Leopad Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    One of the largest markets in Calabar, offering a wide range of goods including foreign spices and live prepared meats.

    • large market
    • wide range of goods
    • friendly vendors
    • affordable prices
    • cleaner lately
    • peaceful atmosphere
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume88
    • Review recency62
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment86
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Benard O. ★★★★★ You can get your food stuffs and cloths at affordable price here at Marian market
    • Onyenemerem I. ★★★★ Nice market, especially if you're in need of home made food stuffs.
  • 2
    Watt Market — photo

    Watt Market

    70.8/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars1.6k reviews

    Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Best visited early Thursday mornings for fresh produce from bush market.

    • fresh vegetables
    • large market
    • affordable prices
    • crowded
    • theft risk
    • unpleasant smell
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency52
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment71
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Eunice O. ★★★★★ Watt market in Calabar is a big market where you can buy anything you need, though not everything, you know what I mean by that. But you can get things there at affordable prices. I like the market.
    • Precious O. ★★★★★ I walked around buying food stuffs ...everything I wanted was easy to locate its a very well arranged market place
  • 3
    Marina Resort — photo

    Marina Resort

    69.8/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars1.1k reviews

    X89C+6G8, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency61
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Tausin A. ★★★★ The Marina is supposed a sort of tourist destination which tells the rich history of Calabar and the slave trade, however upon my 2 visits to the location, I was sorely disappointed. They’re lacking in customer service and proper management, in my opinion. In my first encounter, I went in the daytime with friends and most of the facilities weren’t open by noon and the staff weren’t particularly helpful or welcoming. My second time around, I went in the evening and in the middle of my dining experience, a staff member approached me and asked that I stand up from my seat and use another chair as they were packing up those plastic seats.
    • Raphael C. ★★★★ Great and amazing. Off course I visited there a couple of days for a picnic outing
  • 4
    Richmira's Thrift Collections — photo

    Richmira's Thrift Collections

    66.3/ 100
    4.94.9 out of 5 stars14 reviews

    12, by Goldie St, Bedwell St, Bogoberi, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating94
    • Review volume39
    • Review recency72
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • joseph E. ★★★★★ Wow 😊, Richmira's collection is absolutely stunning! 💖 Each piece looks more beautiful than the last!
    • Onyuku E. ★★★★★ Sells affordable thrift wears, service delivery is satisfactory.
  • 5
    Quinesta Maternity/kids Fashion And Accessories — photo

    Quinesta Maternity/kids Fashion And Accessories

    60.2/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars8 reviews

    Ivara, state housing, Esu Street, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    One-stop shop for maternity, kids, and family wear with consistent high quality.

    • quality products
    • one-stop shop
    • good customer service
    • maternity wear
    • kids clothes
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume32
    • Review recency1
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment95
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Quinesta E. ★★★★★ Amazing place to get all your maternity and baby wears.... Great quality
    • Tiumo M. ★★★★★ Quinesta Maternity is your one stop quality shop for all maternity wears, children's outfit and accessories. I bought some lovely Snickers for my kids and the quality hasn't dropped .
  • 6
    Dress Storiez — photo

    Dress Storiez

    56.2/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars5 reviews

    55 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540261, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for quality dresses that last years, with a loyal customer who shops from afar.

    • quality clothing
    • great customer service
    • loyal customers
    • beautiful store
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume26
    • Review recency2
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment77
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Daznilla K. ★★★★★ Dress storiez is a nice place to shop for your dresses.their services and dresses is top notch💯
    • Elsie I. ★★★★★ Beautiful store with great customer service.
  • 7
    Ika Ika Oqua Market — photo

    Ika Ika Oqua Market

    50.0/ 100
    3.73.7 out of 5 stars194 reviews

    X8GQ+9MR, Leopad Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Well-organized stalls with categories and no dead ends, unlike typical chaotic markets.

    • neat stalls
    • good parking
    • rowdy
    • traffic
    • fruits and vegetables
    • local foodstuffs
    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating60
    • Review volume76
    • Review recency0
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment56
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Clement U. ★★★★ Its the second biggest market in calabar, its also called Marian market. U can find good stuffs here. Market women sell on the road side too creating a lot of vehicle traffic
    • Norah I. ★★★★★ Very rowdy and dirty market. People display their wares into the road making it difficult to move around and pedestrians are at risk of being hit by cars. Also the pedestrian bridge is not being used by the pedestrians instead the barricades are destroyed and traffic have to dodge them as the cross the road at times carrying load and not looking before crossing. It's a nuisance, I don't know what can be done to fix the issue, couple times I didn't drive to market I have used the bridge and it's in good condition but it can be better. Many people have phobia for height like myself but it's better to be safe than sorry, so I endure the crossover.
  • 8
    Wattcentral Art Gallery — photo

    Wattcentral Art Gallery

    35.1/ 100
    3.33.3 out of 5 stars6 reviews

    Spar Calabar Mall, Barracks Roads, Bogoberi, Calabar 234000, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Located in a mall hallway with temporary exhibitions.

    • temporary exhibitions
    • mall location
    • nice artwork
    • self portrait available
    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating40
    • Review volume28
    • Review recency6
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment56
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Ilesanmi F. ★★★★ It's a place to be❤️❤️😍😍, what an amazing experience
    • Ọlájídé A. ★★★★★ A large long hallway of for showcasing temporary exhibitions, in the centre of the Calabar Mall. It flanks the SPAR mall to the left and right.
  • 9
    Mmachiclothin — photo

    Mmachiclothin

    15.6/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Akim 2, Municipal, Calabar 540001, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

  • 11

    Ben Vintage Wine Stores

    12.2/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    66 IBB Way, Akim Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank.

Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated antique shops in Calabar?

Marian Market is currently ranked #1 with 3.9 stars from 440 Google reviews.

How many antique shops are in Calabar?

We currently track 13 antique shops in Calabar, Cross River State.

How are these antique shops ranked?

Our composite score combines Google rating (40%), review volume (25%), review recency (15%), profile completeness (10%), verification (5%), and paid placement (5%).

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