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February 14, 2025

Whether you’re a repeat visitor looking to make the most of your next trip or a first-timer seeking a comprehensive overview, with this guide, we’ve got you covered like a cozy pieced quilt (or Welsh blanket, if that’s your antiquing preference).

January 23, 2025

Beyond the Winter Antique Show, Round Top offers plenty of treasures to discover. Shop iconic spots like Junk Gypsy and Kemo Sabe, or browse unique finds at Sapana and Via Vandi. For foodies, a visit to Royer’s Cafe is a must for a slice of their famous Texas Trash Pie. After a day of shopping and exploring, unwind with a cocktail at Ellis Motel, Il Cuculo (the speakeasy adjacent to Lulu’s), or Prost Wine Bar.

January 10, 2025

The tiny town of Round Top, an antique haven ~80 miles east of Downtown Austin, will come alive for its Winter Antique Show Thursday, Jan. 23-Sunday, Jan. 26.

December 30, 2024

Less than two hours from Houston, Round Top is packed with antiques, shops, and plenty of activities to fill a weekend.

December 23, 2024

From annual international fairs to nationwide favorites, read on for BOH’s list of industry gatherings and shows happening next month.

December 2, 2024

The inaugural Round Top Film Festival brought a whirlwind weekend of film screenings, parties and film industry notables to town this fall, delighting a crowd of about 600 locals and visitors with a seamless experience that felt like anything but a first rodeo.

November 28, 2024

There’s a certain magic to vintage holiday decor. Maybe it’s the shimmer of ornaments that have adorned trees for decades or the nostalgic charm of an antique menorah. Perhaps the thrill of the hunt for an objet d’art that will get guests talking is also part of the appeal. Whatever the allure, these one-of-a-kind treasures bring character, history, and a touch of eco-consciousness to your home. But finding them — and styling these festive gems in a way that feels fresh, not fussy — can be challenging.

November 24, 2024

The Round Top Antiques Show, which happens three times annually, is a regular spectacle in the small town between Houston and Austin, drawing thousands of visitors each time out. But if the massive crowds, endless lines and scarce parking sound more stressful than thrilling, why not skip the seasonal antique show frenzy? Instead, explore the following eight boutiques where independent shop owners are true artisans. Often, they are fascinating characters with interesting backstories, offering inspiring shopping spaces and warm Texas hospitality year-round.

October 10, 2024

The tiny town of Round Top, Texas, has a population of 87, down from a high of 90 just a few years ago. It occupies one square mile of beautiful country between Houston and Austin. But twice a year, when the world-famous Round Top Texas Antiques Fair (a.k.a., “The Show”) rolls into town, Round Top hosts over 100,000 antique-lovers from around the globe.

October 6, 2024

Treasure hunters flock to the tiny Texas town of Round Top three times per year with one mission: finding treasure. Located between Austin and Houston, this antiques haven has been beckoning collectors since 1968 with the Round Top Antiques Fair. What started as a once-a-year event has blossomed into three annual shows thanks to social media and perhaps a little help from Joanna Gaines. The fall 2024 show runs Oct. 3-27.

September 5, 2024

Pulling into Round Top, Texas, for the first time feels like discovering a hidden gem. It appears almost suddenly after miles of country roads, a drive accented by white fences and sightings of longhorn cattle. Barely a square mile in size, the 87-person town is made up of a collection of historic buildings that house antique and vintage shopping, clothing boutiques, and even a cheese shop, a candy store, and a Hallmark-esque coffee and pie place.

August 20, 2024

The best cities for antique shopping offer more than worldly treasures. After all, antique shopping is not just about scoring an elegant chaise lounge or gorgeous Chinoiserie screen—antiquing is a window into the soul of another epoch. Thus antique shops and markets are like living museums, sustaining a bygone era of craftsmanship and offering the opportunity to translate old-world sensibilities into your contemporary space. Every antique shop brings an opportunity to dive into the wonder of a region’s historical significance.