
Retro Mamma: A treasure trove of vintage cameras and photos in Queen Victoria Market.
Retro Mamma, located in Queen Victoria Market’s String Bean Alley in Melbourne, is a treasure trove for vintage film and photography enthusiasts. The compact shop overflows with vintage cameras and lenses, photo albums, antique photographs, slides, and unique items like custom slide viewers. Customers praise the friendly, knowledgeable owners and the welcoming atmosphere, often leaving with one-of-a-kind finds and stories.
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Purchase antique and classic film cameras, including models like Minolta, with expert guidance on functionality and history.
Find unique items such as vintage lenses, photo albums, slides, and custom slide viewers for collectors and hobbyists.
Browse and buy stunning antique photographs, including tintypes and ferrotypes, perfect for decor or historical collections.
Receive personalized advice from knowledgeable owners on vintage photography gear, restoration, and collecting tips.
Enjoy a cozy, treasure-filled shopping experience with hands-on exploration of our curated vintage finds.
Overall rating
Heather Whitney
Lovely lady and wide range of fun vintage photography things
Eric Raikkonen
A fantastic experience browsing the vintage photos and cameras. The custom slide viewers are a brilliant find – had to buy one for myself. Great spot!
해피해피
Lovely atmosphere 🥰 lovely owner!! That was so nice experience !! I recommend it !!
阿啦花瓜.
I bought my first film camera, a 1979 Minolta Al-f, at this store. I love it.
Vintage Tool Shop
Retro Mamma is an absolute treasure trove for vintage film and photography enthusiasts! The small shop is packed with inspiring finds, from vintage cameras and lenses to photo albums, antique photographs, and slides. There’s always something cool to discover - we were thrilled to come away with some stunning antique tintypes/ferrotypes that are absolutely gorgeous. The owners are fantastic - friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and just all-around great people. Thank you for creating such a unique and special experience in Queen Victoria Market / String Bean Alley. We absolutely love your shop and can’t wait to visit again!
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