Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Poughkeepsie Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
"Staff was terrific! A/C did not work, so they comped us breakfast."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Best Western Plus Kingston Hotel And Conference Center
"Breakfast was cold and tasted old, they used to have free breakfast now you have to $15 extra plus kid $10 Pool didn’t work Rooms were back dated and not that clean No bathroom ventilation"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Studio 6 Extended Stay Fishkill Route 9 NY
"The staff was nice and the room pretty nice, though it was a little noisy."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie / Hudson Valley
"Nice clean and spacious room. Welcoming staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
"Amazing stay! Will be back"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Fishkill
"This is a good stop on an overnight trip. They were very accommodating with our service Dog. The facilities are clean. The staff was helpful. It was disappointing that the air-conditioning didn’t work. Staff came to try to help us with the air-conditioning. When it couldn’t be remedied, they offered ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 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 Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park.
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.
