Old Town Spring

Just a little boring. Could have liked to up a little. People love to shop, but play some music and get a dance going. Something to keep the people there.

The crawfish festival was a huge disappointment. We came here a few years ago and had a great time, but this was anything but that. For two adults and two kids we paid $ 34 to get into the «festival» and there was almost nothing in it. Almost no vendors, limited, rusted rides that cost between $ 3 – 5 to ride (unless you paid $ 25 for a wrist band). We knew something was off when this was their first Saturday afternoon running it, and it wasn’t packed at all. I realize there are a lot of vendors set up in the street, but a few years there were a lot in the actual festival. Save your money and don’t go in. If anything, stay on the streets, there is a lot more to offer and you don’t have to pay to walk in the streets, except for possibly parking.

I love coming up here to this little town to get away from the busy city on the weekends. It is a perfect place to take a stroll around when the weather is nice out. There are a lot of small shops with unique products and a lot of shops that sell custom made items. We love coming to the Loose Caboose to hear the live music. The food is so-​so here, but the outdoor patio is a nice place to take a break at while having some drinks and listening to the live music. I just wish the shops would open a little later than 5pm on Sundays. That just seems early to me.

My general observation is that it is a bit contrived, trying a little too hard to be authentic, but looks a little bit canned & touristy. The people seemed nice, a good people watching spot when it’s a bit more crowded. I would like to explore some more to give a more developed opinion though.

Lay out of this town was very cool! Just a bunch of cute ships all together! I loved the European ones! I wish they would stay open later but I understand it might not be a night thing! Was something fun to see in Houston for sure!

Has gone down hill in the last few years. Some of the shops are full of garage sale looking stuff!

Go really early so you can get parking I love browsing in all the shops here there’s one in particular on the corner that has all these glorious horses dogs knick-​knacks Harlequin mass and the lady who owns it is just the nicest little doll

This is your quintessential tourist trap. It has a bunch of small shops all closely bundled together in a small area that is easy to walk.
What you’ll find here are small gift shops that sell sweets, t-​shirts, bric-​à-​brac, food, and a ton of artery-​clogging but oh-​so-​good state fair delicacies. The Loose Caboose sells BBQ out of their, well, caboose. It smelled delicious but I did not try it. Then there are the shops that’ll fry anything e.g. Snickers, Peanut Butter Cups, Twinkies etc.
In addition, there are a couple of specialty shops e.g. German, Dutch. Inside each you will find a representative sample of their respective souvenirs and edibles.
What you won’t find here are antique shops. I was under the false impression that this place was rife with them. Apparently not. There are also some smoothie and ice cream shops and some other specialty shops like an Amish-​inspired quilt shop.

Great place for a weekend shopping trip. We love to mosey around, looking in the many different shops and eating a yummy lunch at Wunsche’s. Our favorites include the bath shop with hand-​crafted scents, the Asian shop, the pet shops, and the many clothing/​jewelry spots. Christmas time in Old Town Spring is magical, too. The only drawback is that parking can be a challenge.

Old Town Spring is an eclectic collection of small shops, stores, and restaurants that are super fun to explore. If you’re from the Houston area, spend a day and make the trip up to visit the place. It had a feel similar to the village, but without all the major name-​brand stores. Expect to visit lots of small mom and pop shops full of fun and interesting toys, books, clothes, etc. There are also a variety of eateries to choose from, ranging from super casual to upper scale, so you can find something that works within your time frame and budget.
Definitely worth the trip to visit. Check online for special events throughout the year and bring the whole family!

Love this little town.
Last weekend was perfect for my first trip there.
It has the most character I have seen in Texas since moving here 6 years ago.

It’s a great place to walk around on a beautiful day. Lots of shopping, places to eat, and of course people watching. There are many festivals offered throughout the year: Crawfish Festival, Wine Festivals, Art Walks, Pet Fests, and Hot Rod shows.
Food choices range from casual to fine dining. There’s street food, fried stuff, sweets, tea rooms, comfort food, and did I mention fried stuff? Some of the best burgers can be had at Hyde’s café or Wunsche Bros. For a sweet treat try a cupcake from Cake Swirl, a fried Oreo from the Loose Caboose, or fudge from the Little Dutch Girl. If wine is your thing, there are several tasting rooms. They mainly offer sweeter Texas wines, but Envy wine room offers bolder high end California wines.
Old Town Spring had a lot of history and even a few ghosts. There’s a museum at the entrance and ghost tours are offered on the weekend. I live nearby, and go often. I don’t feel it’s a tourist trap at all. I think it has lots of charm.

My favorite shop in Old Town Spring is a lil pink house thats tucked away off the beaten path, Crazy Mama’s Celestial Imporium. Beautiful handmade jewelry, custom perfumes with essential oils, skincare, and so much more. It really is a treasure trove if you take some time to look. I think i’ve alwaus been given a discount so see what deals are going on for the day.

I wonder if things used to be better. I came here expecting more. At the end of the day it felt like a tourist trap. Just a bunch of historical buildings selling stuff you might find at a carnival.

adorable– especially during the holidays and for kids. Lots of unique antique shops, food, Texas touristy items, country chic, fudge, fried foods, funnel cakes, unique toy stores and boutiques. Parking is a pain, but that’s because so many people go and walk on the streets and in the shops– one of the places near The Woodlands where I actually feel there is culture and activity on the streets. Great for people watching and bringing guests from out of town when showing them around.

Love it here… all the little shops and resturaunts i just love it.
a must do if your in the area during any holiday

So, if you’re looking for some place to go and ding around for a few hours, look at gew-​gahs and doo-​dads and maybe get some treats and eats that are passable fare, Old Town Spring is pretty good.
I would not recommend it for people with small kids, since many of the shops feature items that are breakable and you have a lot of traffic plus small stores and uneven sidewalks that make strollers rather useless. It is pretty good for adults. Especially adults that like country crafts and folk art. It used to be good for antiques, but most of those shops are gone. Now it’s mostly painted wooden items and tons of cross art. You can still find antiques, but you have to look.
The food places here are generally ok, but not fabulous. I do encourage you to find the kettle corn guy. He’s worth the hunt.

Cheeseburger, fried green tomatoes & pickles, onion rings… so good; just like home. Good selection of TX beer & wine. Roasted p-​nuts on each table to nibble on and trash the floor with or dump in a friends purse!
(stupid name tho — fat belly’s maybe… but, puffa?)

I live close to this place. This is a small, rustic, friendly, old town located in Spring, TX. Here you will find variety of shops ranging from clothing, home décor, furniture, salon, restaurants, and many more. Each has its own unique vibe. Shop owners are very warm and friendly. However, the price is $$$ in my opinion.
On a sunny day, you can walk around the town and visit shops. I tend to go by myself thus I have plenty of time wandering around the town, trying to find unique, affordable items to bring home.
Parking is either in the visitor parking lot or on the street. Majority shops accept Visa and debit cards.

Okay the the place is kinda hokey, but my kids love it and it makes for a fun afternoon…
Luckily I have taste, so I know to avoid the tacky country bumpkin stuff and stick to stores with way better goodies…
With that said, if you’re not out with your Grandparents or family (lil’ ones included) yes maybe Old Town Spring is not for you …
My kiddos and I definitely have our favorite spots down there. Here is our kid friendly list of spots to hit while shopping in Old Town Spring.
1. The Doll Hospital– Has tons of dolls new and old, we bought my youngest daughter one of those dolls that resemble your child at this store years ago. Baby Katherine (as the doll is called) was a great gift! Even as I approach 30 yrs old, I still love old toys, so this place scores high on my list.
2. The Bead Shop– This place had lots of different stones (like Turquoise) for about $ 6 that I see being sold here in Houston as necklaces for about $ 30.
3. Asian Antiques Stores– This store has cool stuff! It is much like the one in The Heights. Lots of interesting jewelry and beautiful pricey Asian inspired furniture will be found in this spot!
4. The Toy Store– Being a toy lover myself, you know I can’t miss this one! This place has lots of educational and unique toys. My kids and I can spend about an hour looking at all the stuff they have to play with!
5. Connie’s Bath Shack– This lady sells the best soap I have ever tried hands down! It is to die for, really! She also has a large assortment of rubber duckies and bath fizzies!
6. Deep Fried Twinkies Stand– I think this one kinda explains itself. They also serve deep fried Oreos, Snickers bars and funnel cakes. Come on you only live once why not enjoy! ;)