Dutchess County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, green shutters, and a central entrance with steps leading up to it.
A large suspension bridge spanning a wide river, surrounded by hills and a train track running parallel to the riverbank.
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A large, historic building with classical architecture, surrounded by snow.
A wooden boardwalk through a field of tall grasses.

Popular cities in Dutchess County

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Poughkeepsie
Known for Universities, Sports and Rivers
Enjoy the charms of the Hudson Valley in this city with a college-town feel. Tour one of the many wealthy estates in the area or enjoy an event at Vassar College.

Reasons to visit

  • Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
  • Locust Grove
  • Poughkeepsie Bridge
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A large brick building with a central dome and a smaller dome on the right.
Hyde Park
Known for Dining, Libraries and Historical
Experience the library, history and hockey in Hyde Park!

Reasons to visit

  • Culinary Institute of America
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
  • Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
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MacEachron Waterfront Park and the Hudson river
Beacon
Known for Dining, Waterfalls and Rivers
Love waterfalls, dining and hiking? Get away to Beacon!

Reasons to visit

  • Dia Beacon
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A busy street with parked cars, pedestrians, and outdoor seating at a restaurant.
Rhinebeck
Known for Historical, Festivals and Marinas
With a vintage aerodrome, a picturesque setting and historic homes, this Hudson Valley town makes for a delightful weekend break or longer getaway.

Reasons to visit

  • Ferncliff Forest
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A suspension bridge over a river, surrounded by lush green hills.
Wappingers Falls
Known for Waterfalls, Family-friendly and Shopping
Explore Wappingers Falls: its waterfalls, sailing, golf and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Bowdoin Park
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Long Exposure Sunset at Hudson River, NY
Fishkill
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Come to Fishkill and enjoy its churches, dining and hiking.
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Culinary Institute of America

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Explore the campus of Culinary Institute of America during your travels in Hyde Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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