Things to do & places to visit in Cold Spring, New York, United States

Cold Spring city in New York, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Wednesday, May 08, 2024, 17:25.

Top things to do (22)

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5.0 Kismet at Caryn's (6 reviews)
- Great store!!!!
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

My favorite part of the store was Caryn. I walked in and saw all the great things she had. She was very helpful and friendly. My girlfriends and I cant wait to go back. I picked up a few unique items. If you are town definitely a place you must stop in to see and shop. You won't regret it. See more..
5.0 Our Lady of Loretto Roman Catholic Church (5 reviews)
- Beautiful Local Church
Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals

I found this beautiful Catholic Church on my way out of Cold Spring and was so happy to find it open and with candles to light. See more..
5.0 Butterfield Library (5 reviews)
- Wonderful library
Spent < 1 hour Libraries

The Butterfield Library is a great stop while you are in Cold Spring. There is street parking or a small lot in back. The library has some excellent art work, and of course great books and atmosphere. It's what you would imagine a small town library in New York to look like! Worth a stop if you are in the area. See more..
5.0 Glynwood (5 reviews)
- A litte country goes a long way!
Farms

Sometimes it's nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city so when I discovered Glynwood Farm offers tours, I decided to pay them a visit. Located 15 minutes from Main Street in Cold Spring, you can either take the Metro North and call a taxi, or you can make the scenic drive. The property is stunning! It honestly made me wish that I grew up on a farm. The tour guides and staff are friendly and knowledgeable and it was a delightfully, informative way to spend a few hours. I will return for more tours. See more..
5.0 Cold Spring Antiques Center (4 reviews)
- Never get out of here without a buy
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

Love this place with its narrow hallway , separate rooms and variety. This trip I stumbled across a Pez key chain to add to my collection. Also love the records of various artists that are carved into their likeness. See more..
5.0 Vera's Marketplace and Garden Center (4 reviews)
- Still The Best Tasting Cider Doughnuts Around NY State
Farmers Markets
Sep 2022, OMG still the BEST Cider Sugar Doughnuts around New York State. We have been coming here ever year and they still taste the same, DELICIOUS. The owner is wonderful. All and all, you MUST come here for doughnuts. See more..
5.0 Bijou Galleries (3 reviews)
- Amazing collection of Antiques & Collectibles!!
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Cold Spring is a wonderful place to visit! One of the places we always stop is the Bijou. We love to stone front, inside is an end-less collection of antiques and collectibles. Every time we visit there are new things to see. If you are looking for something odd or old, likely the Bijou has it. And the staff is wonderful!! Always happy to help! See more..
4.5 Bannerman Castle (197 reviews)
- Unique views of the Hudson
Castles

I took the boat ride tour on a cool day in June. The boat ride was lovely and the history of the castle was not what I expected, but definitely taught me a lot. I'd recommend this to folks who have lived in the area and never visited as well as people who are visiting the Hudson Valley. It's a very interesting piece of history and has uniquely gorgeous views of the Hudson River. If you are taking a group it was about $40 per head so keep that in mind for cost. And although we were allowed to eat on the boat you are not allowed to eat on the grounds, but you have to take everything you brought with you on the boat on the island. Pack minimally but make sure you have hydration. The terrain isn't even and it is steep, but there are stairs. If you have children or accessibility issues, keep that in mind before you decide to go. Lastly, they have movie nights on the island which sounds like a lot of fun! Especially in October during Halloween! See more..
4.5 Stonecrop Gardens (115 reviews)
- Heaven for garden enthusiasts
Spent 1-2 hours Gardens

Originally the home of Anne and Frank Cabot, Stonecrop became a public garden in 1992 under the direction of Caroline Burgess. At its windswept elevation of 1,100 feet in the Hudson Highlands, Stonecrop covers approximately 15 acres and incorporates a diverse collection of gardens and plants. Included are woodland and water gardens, a grass garden, raised alpine stone beds cliff rock gardens and an enclosed English-style flower garden. Additional features include a conservatory, display alpine house, pit house with an extensive collection of choice dwarf bulbs, and systematic order beds representing over 50 plant families. OPEN FOR VISITATION APRIL - OCTOBER. See more..
4.5 Breakneck Ridge Loop (106 reviews)
- Third time hiking always love this trail
Spent 2-3 hours Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails

This was the third time i did the breakneckrdge hike.All times we started later in the day around 3pm and was able to find parking no problem and all the crowds had already finished the hike. The first section of the hike is straight up and for us super fun. You have t have proper hiking shoes and be in descent shape and bring water. The views are phenomenal and this time there were lots of hawks drifting in the air sort of suspended and riding the air it was magical. The start of the hike can be a little strenuous but the end is a meandering path. Despite the naysayers saying it’s dangerous. it’s fine you do need to be careful but if you are aware and in pretty good shape you’ll do great. again this was our third time to hike this and we thoroughly enjoyed it every time. See more..
4.5 West Point Foundry Preserve (52 reviews)
- Do the audio tour. Seriously.
Historic Sites

Do the audio tour. Seriously. This place comes alive. If you're here for the history, it's truly fascinating and awe inspiring what took place at the foundry. The thousands of artisans and laborers; the civil war heritage; the fortunes won and lost; the labor and management stife; the cutting edge technology. It's truly a walk through the halls of US, NY, and Cold Spring history. Fun easy walk for families with interesting sights. Seriously though, audio tour on your phone. See more..
4.5 Hudson Highlands State Park (50 reviews)
- Great day trip from NYC
State Parks

Well organized trail system with lots of easy, available parking. I took the easy Cornish Estate trail, which is about one mile in and one mile out. Mostly flat terrain, with a little uphill incline at the end. At the end are very cool ruins that make for good photos. There are more challenging trails. Near Beacon, NY, which is home to Bannerman Castle. Some quaint little shops in the nearby downtown. Could make a nice little day trip from NYC. See more..
4.5 Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (42 reviews)
- Great
Theatre & Performances

It wasn't one of Shakespeare's, but I really enjoyed "The Most Lamentable Trial of Miz Martha Washington" I saw there recently. Thanks to Covid, I hadn't seen a live performance since Dec. of 2019, but the precautions taken by the HVSF made me comfortable attending this performance. Outdoors (under a tent), vaccine/masks required, socially distanced seating - safety done right! The whole experience was comfortable and fun. See more..
4.5 Foundry Dock Park (27 reviews)
- Great place to just chill
Parks

Small but lovely view of the Hudson and the highlands across the river. Plenty of benches to sit, and a few weeping willows soften the scenery. See more..
4.5 On The Fly Cycling Studio (15 reviews)
- On the Fly Cycling in Cold Spring is AWESOME!
Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Health Clubs

We are an Indoor cycling and barre studio and Artisan, Multi-roaster coffee pantry and juice bar all in one! On The Fly uses the Spinner Blade Ion- They bikes measures Cadence, Watts and Heart Rate. We currently offer barre 45, barre 60, barre 30/spin 30, spin 45 and spin 60 classes.We are generally open 7 days a week and offer instructor based rides and open rides (supervision only). We have 17 bikes available.For more information, and to reserve a seat, you must register online for classes on our website. (We do not accept drip-ins.) See more..
4.5 St Mary's Episcopal Church (12 reviews)
- A friendly place that welcomes everyone with open arms
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

A beautiful old stone church that is a "no judgement zone". Located at the crossroads of Cold Spring it is a haven for the weary soul See more..
4.5 Putnam History Museum (10 reviews)
- Great hidden gem of a historical museum
Wednesday: 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM Speciality Museums

This small yet interesting litttle museum & Historical Society is worth the visit. Great local charater and charm. See more..
4.5 Once Upon a Time Antiques (9 reviews)
- Something for everyone!
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

Located on a corner of Cold Spring, NY is the Once Upon a Time Shop. Once inside the clerk was helpful and friendly and said if I needed help to call her. There are tons of old toys as soon as you come inside in beautiful display cases and furniture. There’s something for everyone as their eclectic collection spans not only the main floor but the lower level too. They are on Main Street, which is a great long trek of antique stores and make a great day trip to visit or window shop, thank you. See more..
4.5 Split Rock Books (7 reviews)
- New Cultural Icon for Cold Spring
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

On a recent weekend visit we discovered this beautiful new gem right in the heart of Cold Spring. This is a particularly good time to visit this beautiful town right on the Hudson River about an hour a quarter north of New York. I love browsing it's eclectic shops. Imagine my surprise finding this new addition. A brand new books shop with an amazing collection of books. This is not your typical book store. I found books here that I have not seen in any other shop. Truly unusual books. I had to hold myself back but I bought several. They also have the same interesting collection in the children's section which occupies the back half of the store. I wish I had grandchildren so I could have bought some of these. I was here for well over an hour just browsing and the place was mobbed. It is run by a lovely young couple who could not be more helpful. This is sure to become a new cultural icon. This is definitely a place to stop in Cold Spring. See more..
4.5 Gallery 66 NY (7 reviews)
- Cool little Art Gallery
Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Gallery 66 NY features three exhibit rooms, a sculpture garden, and the work of outstanding regional artists. The gallery opened its doors in Cold Spring-on-Hudson on Oct. 12, 2012. And has continually presented a new exhibition each month, with an artists' reception each First Friday of the month. Our artists exhibit nationally, some internationally, some are in museum collections. We will also exhibit emerging artists with promise. See more..
4.5 Cold Spring Apothecary (6 reviews)
- Fantastic shop for shop made fragrances, toiletries
Speciality & Gift Shops

What a beautiful shop. Great place for gifts for self care and friends. Unusual crafted fragrances for home and personal wear. Beautiful atmosphere, friendly enthusiastic staff. Can't wait to go back for holiday shopping. See more..
4.5 Cold Spring Harbor Firehouse Museum (3 reviews)
- Historical gem
Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Fun and informative at the same time. Nice to stop in and check out a part of the local history. Fireman on duty was very knowledgeable and friendly. See more..
4.0 Magazzino Italian Art (19 reviews)
- Highly recommended museum in Cold Spring
Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Art Museums

Magazzino Italian Art Foundation is a museum located in Cold Spring, New York, devoted to Postwar and Contemporary Italian art. Magazzino, meaning warehouse in Italian, was co-founded by Nancy Olnick and Giorgio Spanu. Designed by Spanish architect Miguel Quismondo, the 20,000 square-foot structure was completed in June 2017. Magazzino serves as a resource for scholars and students and offers an extensive library and archive of Italian Art. In addition, Magazzino has become a cultural hub for the vibrant Hudson Valley community thanks to the joint programs with local organizations. Under the guidance of Director Vittorio Calabrese, his team and its curatorial programs, Magazzino Italian Art bridges collaborations with American and Italian institutions not only to support contemporary Italian artists but also to foster discussions on Postwar and Contemporary Italian Art in the United States. Admission is free to the public. See more..
4.0 The Chapel Restoration (19 reviews)
- Wonderful place for a Wedding
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The nondenominational Chapel Restoration is an historic Greek Revival style church originally built for Irish Catholic workers employed by the nearby West Point Foundry. Designed by Thomas Kelah Wharton, an 18-year old architect from Hull, England, the Chapel was dedicated in 1834. Just west of the Cold Spring Train Station (just over an hour from Grand Central Terminal in New York City), the grounds are open during daylight hours when there are no private events. A fantastic place for weddings, with one of the finest views of the Hudson in the tiny, picturesque village of Cold Spring, NY. See more..
4.0 Bull Hill (Mt.Taurus) (11 reviews)
- Great views and less crowds on weekdays!
Spent 2-3 hours State Parks • Mountains • Hiking Trails

Best time to hike to avoid crowds is on a weekday. We did this and only saw a few people on the trail. Very tranquil and joyful! Depending where you start the loop there is either a gradual incline and then a gradual decline. A good workout when climbing up. Perfect picnic stop at the top for lunch. The views remind me a bit of Switzerland, the green hills and a pristine looking river/lake. After hiking, the town of Cold Spring has many good eats. We had to get ice cream and ate it overlooking a romantic lake with a gazebo. Perfect spot for romantic vibes! See more..
4.0 Cold Spring Tots Park (5 reviews)
- Huge shade tree- lots of outdoor toys for toddler
Parks
Is there a toddler nirvana? Maybe-- great slides, swings, push toys, outdoor peddle cars tiny picnic tables a sandpit and circular boardwalk. But no bathroom- have to go to library one block away- lots of parking plus grassy area to kick a ball around See more..
3.5 First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown (3 reviews)
- Great Concert led by Cat Guthrie
Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals

Hidden on a side street in Cold Spring is a wonderful little Church, loaded with history and tracing its history to 1828, The First Presbyterian Church moved to its current location about 1867 and held its first service in the current church about 1868. Recently I attended a wonderful coral concert led by Cat Guthrie. The Chapel is small and inviting with beautiful stain glass windows. And the members were welcoming to all who attended. See more..
3.5 Little Stony Point (2 reviews)
- Quiet and Beautiful
Hiking Trails

View of Bear Mountain and Hudson River. A perfect little spot to take kids for an hour. A good place to find a walking stick, watch geese, take scenic photos, kayak... Bring water shoes for the kids if you can. Swimming is not allowed. See more..
3.0 Buster Levi Gallery (2 reviews)
- New, Interesting, Worth stopping by
Art Galleries

Cold Spring is home to some excellent Art Galleries. Friday night we visited Gallery 66 for their "First Friday of the Month" opening, and than walked up the street to find the Buster Levi Gallery was also holding an evening open house. Nice collection of work and people to speak with. Definitely worth stopping in See more..
Philipstown Reform Synagogue (0 review)
Religious Sites
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