The most convenient area to find a concentration of antiques, in the neighborhood between Senado Square and the Ruins of St. Paul's.
Most of the people in these shops are multilingual and can give you information about the type of furniture you are interested in, the materials used, and the origin of each piece. Many old items come from the mainland and have been restored expertly, with damaged parts repaired and old metal fittings replaced. Others are well-constructed replicas of classic pieces in beautiful modern wood. If you don't see exactly what you are looking for, ask, since many shops can show you catalogs with photographs of popular style
