Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Chance Theater

Chance Theater

Enjoy a performance at Chance Theater, a popular theatre in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Chance Theater
Mid-Hudson Bridge featuring a bridge, a bay or harbour and a river or creek

Mid-Hudson Bridge

Cycle or walk across this high bridge for panoramic views and see it at night to appreciate its intricate lighting system.

Mid-Hudson Bridge
Poughkeepsie Bridge

Poughkeepsie Bridge

You can learn about the history of Poughkeepsie Waterfront when you stop by Poughkeepsie Bridge. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Poughkeepsie Bridge

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.

Mid-Hudson Civic Center

Bardavon 1869 Opera House

Enjoy a performance at Bardavon 1869 Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in Poughkeepsie. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Bardavon 1869 Opera House

McCann Ice Arena

You can take time to visit McCann Ice Arena during your travels to Poughkeepsie. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

McCann Ice Arena

Things to do

Have you hugged an alpaca today?

Alpaca and Llama Trek in Pleasant Valley

฿1,572
per adult
Alpaca and Llama Trek in Pleasant Valley
Llama/Alpaca Hike and Farm Tour

Llama/Alpaca Hike and Farm Tour

฿2,195
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Llama/Alpaca Hike and Farm Tour
Hudson Valley Wine Country Tour w/ Wine & Food Tasting from NYC

Hudson Valley Wine and Food Day Trip with Sommelier host from NYC

฿5,158
per adult
Hudson Valley Wine and Food Day Trip with Sommelier host from NYC
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Top hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie

DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center

4 out of 5
40 Civic Center Plz, Poughkeepsie, NY
The price is ฿3,679 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,679
฿4,309 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Poughkeepsie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Bathroom grout very dirty."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
The Crossroads Hotel, Newburgh

The Crossroads Hotel, Newburgh

3 out of 5
5 Lakeside Rd, Newburgh, NY
The price is ฿3,172 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,172
฿3,747 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (502 reviews)
"Beds are comfortable with great bedding"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

The Crossroads Hotel, Newburgh
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection

Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection

5 out of 5
2702 Main St, Gardiner, NY
The price is ฿32,735 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿32,735
฿38,061 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gardiner. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Mohonk Lake and Tuthilltown Spirits are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Such a dreamy escape. The staff is excellent, friendly, and always ready to help. The rooms are serene and comfortable. Amazing spa and spa staff. Restaurant is also top-notch"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection
Wingate by Wyndham Fishkill

Wingate by Wyndham Fishkill

3 out of 5
20 Schuyler Blvd, Fishkill, NY
The price is ฿3,327 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,327
฿3,764 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fishkill. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (465 reviews)
"Everything is good at this hotel staff was great . Disappointed no hot water for a shower and the HVAC unit in room sounded like a jet engine. Bed was very comfortable and overall hotel was clean . Good value for the money"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Fishkill
Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2750 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY
The price is ฿3,525 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,525
฿4,093 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Poughkeepsie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The bathroom needed some work. The edges and corners have a lot of dirt build up"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie by IHG
Americas Best Value Inn New Paltz

Americas Best Value Inn New Paltz

2 out of 5
7 Terwilliger Ln, New Paltz, NY
The price is ฿3,061 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,061
฿3,428 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in New Paltz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"My stay at Americas Best in New Paltz was a good one. The people were very friendly, the room was extremely clean, and very quiet."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Americas Best Value Inn New Paltz
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Poughkeepsie

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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.

Union Street Historic District
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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.

Arlington
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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.

Red Oaks Mill
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Crown Heights

Visitors to Crown Heights enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Hudson River is worth a stop.

Crown Heights

Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide