Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide
Poughkeepsie
Visit Downtown Poughkeepsie
Popular places to visit
Chance Theater
Enjoy a performance at Chance Theater, a popular theatre in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
You can find out about the history of Haviland with a stop at Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mid-Hudson Bridge
Cycle or walk across this high bridge for panoramic views and see it at night to appreciate its intricate lighting system.
Locust Grove
You can browse the exhibits at Locust Grove, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Poughkeepsie. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Poughkeepsie Bridge
You can learn about the history of Poughkeepsie when you stop by Poughkeepsie Bridge. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mid-Hudson Civic Center
Mid-Hudson Civic Center is just one of the places to see in Poughkeepsie, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Top hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
Very nice and well kept. It looked new
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie / Hudson Valley
Very clean! Staff was superior. Small bar, but very nice. Breakfast was very good, and the coffee was excellent. A+
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Kingston Hotel And Conference Center
Pros: Rooms were clean. Cons: I had 3 rooms booked for a bowling tournament at a bowling alley that the hotel owner, owns. Show up at 1:30, early, I know, fire trucks there. Fire alarm. No big deal. Go back at 2:30, go through the whole check in process only to be told I’d be charged $75 to check ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Fishkill
The staff were very accommodating and attentive to my requests of staying in a quieter floor with a later check-in. The room was extremely clean and bigger than I expected, with the AC working perfectly (as I like to sleep in a cold room). Breakfast was no-frills (bagels, cereal, juice, etc) but ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
Everything was incredible!!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
It was a beautiful hotel. We enjoyed our short stay.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Poughkeepsie
Union Street Historic District
While Union Street Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Mid-Hudson Civic Center and Bardavon 1869 Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Poughkeepsie Waterfront
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Poughkeepsie Waterfront. You might want to make time for a stop at Mid-Hudson Bridge or Poughkeepsie Bridge.
Arlington
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and art galleries in Arlington. You might want to make time for a stop at Overlook Drive-In Theater or Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center.
Red Oaks Mill
Get to know Red Oaks Mill by checking out its river views, waterfalls and breweries. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Locust Grove or Poughkeepsie Galleria during your time in the area.
Crown Heights
Visitors to Crown Heights enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Hudson River is worth a stop.
