Union Street Historic District Travel Guide
Poughkeepsie
Visit Union Street Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
Vassar College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Vassar College during your travels in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Marist College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Marist College during your travels in Poughkeepsie. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY
Top hotels in Union Street Historic District
Spark by Hilton Fishkill
Staff was nice, room was very clean
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie / Hudson Valley
hotel was clean , the only thing is the walls are very thin and you can hear your neighbors whether they are beside you or across from you. I did wish I was able to have a safe keeping from the hotel but they could not offer anything (I always get something small to add it to my collection) Other ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
Amazing!! I would love to come back soon!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston
Nice choice for breakfast. Beautiful landscaping. Easy to find.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Inn at Bellefield / Hyde Park, Residence Inn by Marriott
It was nice and new, large room and clean. We ate dinner at the bar. Ordered the steak it was terrible and got the carrot appetizer the bartender raved about, it was terrible as well. Breakfast was very good and the staff was welcoming. Not much around the hotel for other dinning or entertainment ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Extended Stay Fishkill Route 9 NY
There was absolutely no staff at the hotel when we arrived. The police came three separate times trying to locate the person in charge. At least five other customers were also waiting outside, some for more than 8 hours. Hotels.com eventually managed to contact the booking management company, only ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Union Street Historic District
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.
Downtown Poughkeepsie
If you're spending some time in Downtown Poughkeepsie, Bardavon 1869 Opera House and Mid-Hudson Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
