Shopping for antiques is a hobby for many people, including myself. I thoroughly enjoy exploring antique shops to find that one-of-a-kind piece I can't live without. This hobby will definitely never get old (no pun intended.)

If you love antiques as much as I do, I suggest checking out these 8 antique shops in Alabama:

1. Land of Cotton Antique Mall and Marketplace - Dothan, AL

Land of Cotton Antique Mall and Marketplace has 20,000 sq ft of space with 40-50 antique dealers. This antique shop offers its customers a variety of items, including depression glass, costume jewelry, coins, knives, 50s and 60s kitchenware, antique furniture, etc. There truly is something for everyone. Land of Cotton Antique Mall and Marketplace is located at 2210 Ross Clark Circle, Suite #2, Dothan, AL 36301.

2. University Pickers - Huntsville, AL

University Pickers has more than 7,000 sq ft of space, with 40+ booths and 75+ vendors. This antique shop sells a variety of different items, including antiques, art, jewelry, re-purposed items, etc. You can't go into this shop without purchasing something. Trust me! University Pickers is located at 3024 University Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806.

3. King's House Antiques - Birmingham, AL

King's House Antiques is located in the heart of the Pepper Place District. This antique shop offers wonderful items from England and France that are from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. King's House Antiques is located at 2807 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233.

4. Fairhope Antiques - Fairhope, AL

Along with their antique furnishings, Fairhope Antiques offers unique gift and home decor items. Some of these unique items include jewelry, local art, garden art and Christening gowns. Fairhope Antiques is located at 100 N Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532.

5. Beckett Antiques - Montgomery, AL

Beckett Antiques specializes in unusual and traditional iron and gilt wood lighting fixtures. French and Italian antiques and decorative pieces are included in their inventory. Beckett Antiques is located at 514 Cloverdale Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106.

6. Skyland Antique Mall - Tuscaloosa, AL

With more than 8,000 sq ft of space, Skyland Antique Mall offers a large variety of antiques and collectibles. If you're looking for a particular item they don't have, they'll do everything in their power to help you find it. Skyland Antique Mall is located at 311 Skyland Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405.

7. Nifty Thrifty Antiques - Clanton, AL

Established in 1999, Nifty Thrifty Antiques specializes in vintage china, glassware, pottery, linens and furniture. Nifty Thrifty Antiques is located at 11145 Co Rd 50, Clanton, AL 35045.

8. The Antique Basket - Decatur, AL

The Antique Basket offers a large variety of unique items. Their furniture makeovers are UNBELIEVABLE! This is a wonderful place to shop for antiques, and their prices are very reasonable. The selection of furniture changes regularly, so be sure to check back often. The Antique Basket is located at 305 2nd Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601.

Are you a lover of antiques? If so, do you have a favorite antique shop? Let us know in the comments below!