Downtown Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie
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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.
Mid-Hudson Bridge
Cycle or walk across this high bridge for panoramic views and see it at night to appreciate its intricate lighting system.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Llama/Alpaca Hike and Farm Tour
Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY
Top hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
Clean rooms, very nice staff
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston
Nice room but when heat turns on its pretty noisy. Good king bed but sleeper sofa not very comfortable. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Poughkeepsie
Very clean. Friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent. Room was great. What a surprise that Santa was there for breakfast. Would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie / Hudson Valley
What a beautiful atmosphere the staff was courteous and polite. The rooms were beautiful well cleaned.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
Everything was ok, except for the fact that we couldn’t do late check out or that we payed a bit more for a standard room. But everything else was perfect
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newburgh – Stewart Airport/ West Point
Good
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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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.
