Vintage Toy Store Near Philadelphia

There's something special about holding a toy you haven't seen since you were eight years old. The weight of it, the colors, the little details the designers snuck in — it all comes rushing back. At Time Lapse, we've built our entire shop around that feeling. We're a vintage toy store in Collingswood, NJ, just minutes from Philadelphia, and we take our toys seriously.

Located at 689 Haddon Avenue in the heart of Collingswood's walkable downtown, Time Lapse is a destination for collectors, parents hunting for something genuinely cool, and anyone who believes the toys of the 1980s and 1990s were simply better. (We're not here to argue. We're here to help you find them.)

Always Something New on the Shelves

Our inventory rotates constantly, which is honestly half the fun. We source from estate sales, private collections, and passionate sellers across the region, which means our shelves are always stocked with something unexpected. On any given visit you might find vintage action figures from beloved toy lines of the '80s, die-cast vehicles, board games in their original boxes, or plush characters from classic cartoons that somehow survived three decades in excellent shape.

We also carry a strong and ever-changing selection of Pokémon cards — from vintage sets that serious collectors seek out to more recent releases — alongside retro video games for classic consoles, role-playing game books and accessories, VHS tapes, vinyl records, out-of-print books, vintage clothing, and all manner of pop-culture collectibles that don't fit neatly into any one category. If it was made to be played with, displayed, or treasured, there's a good chance it's found its way to our shelves.

For Collectors and Casual Browsers Alike

You don't have to be a hardcore collector to enjoy Time Lapse. Plenty of our customers come in looking for a unique gift, a piece of their own childhood, or just a genuinely fun way to spend an afternoon. Our staff loves helping people find exactly what they're looking for — or discover something they didn't know they needed. Ask us what came in this week. We love that question.

If you're a serious collector, you'll appreciate that we know our inventory and can talk condition, rarity, and value. We're also always interested in buying or trading quality pieces. Head over to our selling and trading page to learn more about how that process works.

Easy to Reach from Philadelphia and South Jersey

Collingswood is one of South Jersey's most charming towns, and Haddon Avenue is its main street — lined with restaurants, coffee shops, and independent stores that make the trip worth it on its own. Time Lapse fits right in. We're accessible from Philadelphia via the PATCO Speedline (the Collingswood station is just a short walk away), and there's street parking available nearby for those driving in from the suburbs.