Visiting Cold Spring
Parking
The Endless Skein offers a parking lot for our customers during your visit at our store. For the rest of your visit, there are several options available in town. Read more about parking in Cold Spring.
Grab a Bite
In the mood for a picnic lunch? Try the Cold Spring Cheese Shop, which has to-go options that include homemade mac n’ cheese, and even a mini cheese board if you’re looking for something a little different, or The Main Course (just a few blocks off Main Street) for a variety of takeout sandwiches, salads, and entrees. On weekends, Rincon Argentino offers their popular empanadas and gelato, just a short block from the riverfront.
For a casual sit-down breakfast, lunch, or brunch, The Foundry Rose has a hearty, sustainably sourced menu. Right across the street from The Endless Skein, the new Cozy Corner Cafe offers American fare with Argentinian and Italian influences.
You’ve got several tasty restaurant options in Cold Spring. Try Cathryn’s for rustic Tuscan-style Italian, Riverview for seafood and pizza (plus, you guessed it, a river view), or Brasserie Le Bouchon for traditional French cuisine and a bottle of wine or two.
Craving something a little lighter? Try Angie's for baked goods, sandwiches, and salads, Sweet Harvest for smoothies and gluten-free snacks, or Citrine for organic sandwiches, salads, and specialty coffee and tea beverages.
Time for dessert? Enjoy a cone of homemade ice cream from Moo Moo's while gazing out at the Hudson.
Retail Therapy
Wanting to add to your wardrobe? Stop into Poor George (vintage and new clothing for the whole family, homewares and gifts), Wynono & Co (in-house millinery and vintage clothing), or Paulette (European-chic clothing, accessories) which even has a mini café inside.
Cold Spring also offers quite a few specialty stores, that are perfect for finding a special gift or souvenir. Pop by Split Rock Books for a thoughtfully curated selection of books for all ages, Pink Olive for stationery and whimsical gifts, The Gift Hut for puzzles, games, and toys, Supplies for Creative Living for inspiring art supplies, and Old Souls for a plethora of lifestyle and outdoor gear options. Understory Market offers a variety of sustainable and locally sourced items, including home goods, personal care, handmade gifts, and snacks (including popsicles).
Extra Boost
Need an afternoon pick-me-up or a cozy drink to stay warm? Thankfully, there are multiple options for coffee and tea up and down Main Street, including the Cold Spring Coffeehouse (coffee, tea, and delicious homemade pastries) and the aforementioned Citrine. Visist ROWSEELEE for an array of bubble tea concoctions and other treats!
Plan Ahead
It’s always a good idea to verify store hours ahead of your visit or make reservations at restaurants if available, as hours often change seasonally and can be affected by inclement weather. We would suggest contacting any businesses you are interested in visiting directly for the latest information.
Less Crowds, More Parking
Cold Spring is a popular tourist destination for visitors from the surrounding tri-state area, and on weekends year-round it can get very busy in town. For a quieter visit, we would suggest stopping by mid-week, when there is generally more parking available and the sidewalks are less crowded.
Indoors/Outdoors
For indoor activities, drop into Buster Levi Gallery right here in town, or plan a trip up to Magazzino, a beautiful Italian art museum located just a few minutes’ drive from Main Street.
For outdoor activities, gear up and hike one of the gorgeous trails accessible from the village via car or on foot, such as the historic West Point Foundry Preserve, Washburn Trail up Bull Hill (a strenuous hike, but with magnificent views of the river), Cornish Trail (through the ruins of the old Cornish Estate), or Fahnestock State Park's kid-friendly loop around Pelton Pond. From May through October, you can also rent a kayak or paddleboard with Hudson River Expeditions and explore the Foundry Cove.
Trails maps are available at Old Souls or the Fahnestock park office on Route 301. Outdoor excursions do require planning ahead, so please check for weather advisories and take heed of all safety notices and precautions before heading out.
Nightcap
Wind down your day on Main Street with a specialty beer from Barber & Brew, a drink and a bite from Cro' Nest Wine Bar, or a bottle of something special from the shelves of Flowercup Wine.
Stay Awhile
If you plan on making a whole long weekend out of your visit to our area, we’d suggest booking a room at a local B&B or Inn.
Hudson House offers suites with views of the river, plus complimentary breakfast with your stay at their lovely in-house restaurant, so you can start and end your day in Cold Spring all at one location.
Pig Hill Inn is a charming little B&B located in an ivy-covered, 19th century building just steps away from some of the most popular shops on Main Street.
