Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide
Poughkeepsie
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.
Mid-Hudson Bridge
Learn about the local history of Poughkeepsie with a stop at Mid-Hudson Bridge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
Spotless room, friendly staff, convenient parking and great location for events at Bardavon, Hudson pedestrian bridge in walking distance. We'd stay here again!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Poughkeepsie
Easy che kin nice, newly refurbished rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newburgh – Stewart Airport/ West Point
Never stayed at a Red Roof before. I was pleasantly surprise. Had a good night sleep and hot shower. The people at the front desk were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Kingston Hotel And Conference Center
The room was great—clean. The restaurant was great—the food was tasty. The staff was exemplary. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Americas Best Value Inn New Paltz
Clean room and friendly staff. Have stayed here several times while hiking in the area and will be back again.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn by Hilton New Paltz
Rooms were clean and comfortable, breakfast was good for everyone
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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 Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park or Mid-Hudson Bridge.
Arlington
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and art galleries in Arlington. You might want to make time for a stop at Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center or Vassar Golf Course.
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.
Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Downtown Poughkeepsie by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Poughkeepsie neighborhoods
- Search Downtown Poughkeepsie Hotel Brands
- Mid-Hudson Civic Center
- McCann Ice Arena
- Chance Theater
- Mid-Hudson Heritage Center
- Culinary Institute of America
- Vassar College
- Marist College
- Minnewaska State Park
- Dia Beacon
- Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
- Catskill State Park
- State University of New York-New Paltz
- Hudson River
- Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
- Resorts World Hudson Valley
- Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
- Shawangunk Mountains
- Ice Time Sports Complex
- Mount Saint Mary's College Newburgh
- Stormville Airport Antique Show & Flea Market
- Algonquin Park
- Hudson Highlands State Park
- Millbrook Vineyards and Winery
- Mohonk Golf Course
- Orvis Sandanona Shooting Grounds
