Downtown Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie
Visit Downtown Poughkeepsie
Popular places to visit
Chance Theater
Enjoy a show at Chance Theater, a storied theater in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Locust Grove
You can browse the exhibits at Locust Grove, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Poughkeepsie. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Mid-Hudson Bridge
Cycle or walk across this high bridge for panoramic views and see it at night to appreciate its intricate lighting system.
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.
Poughkeepsie Bridge
You can learn about the history of Poughkeepsie with a trip to 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
"Checked in at 3 pm, the room was 85 degrees! Turned the ac on in both rooms, which seemed to barely work, and left for the day for the Yankees game with my girlfriend and 3 kids. Got back to the room around midnight, only to find out the ac was out in all of the rooms, 85 degrees. The staff offered ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie / Hudson Valley
"Love the stay Mike and George was great"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Best Western Plus Kingston Hotel And Conference Center
"The bathroom door didn't work properly and I was temporarily stuck inside. The carpet had debris granules that transferred to the bed covering when I lay down. The room smelled of stale smoke and the window opened to the courtyard which smelled of bleach. The pool rules required two adults present ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
The Crossroads Hotel, Newburgh
"Carpet stained with what appeared to be a red paint or blood. Uncomfortable pillows, hair on sheets, broken shampoo dispenser. I would not stay there again"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
"Amazing stay! Will be back"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Spark by Hilton Fishkill
"Good services"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Poughkeepsie
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.
Arlington
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses 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.
Crown Heights
Visitors to Crown Heights enjoy its coffeehouses, and if you want to do some exploring, Hudson River is worth a stop.
Red Oaks Mill
The river views, waterfalls, and breweries are just a few things travelers enjoy about Red Oaks Mill. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Locust Grove or Poughkeepsie Galleria.
Union Street Historic District
When in Union Street Historic District, you can plan a visit to Mid-Hudson Civic Center and Bardavon 1869 Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
