Union Street Historic District Travel Guide
Poughkeepsie



Visit Union Street Historic District
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Chance Theater
Enjoy a performance at Chance Theater, a popular theatre in Poughkeepsie. 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.
Vassar College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Vassar College during your travels in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Union Street Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
Room was missing cups for coffee maker, had to go chase some down, but otherwise room was clean and comfortable. Tried to call hotel directly to say I’d. be arriving late and the automated reservation robots kept rerouting me to centralized system. Eventually got to talk to an actual human at the ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston
Have stayed here many times. they have done a really good job of keeping the property up to date. Very nice people.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Inn at Bellefield / Hyde Park, Residence Inn by Marriott
The staff is incredibly courteous and helpful. The room is immaculate. Every amenity and convenience is considered in making your stay a pleasure.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was so friendly. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
This is a beautiful property with a very attentive staff. We enjoyed a wonderful family Christmas trip. Hope to go back soon!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Beekman Arms Hotel
Excellent & helpful staff. Beautiful historic Inn. Enjoyed time in The Tavern. Outstanding food of the highest order. Due to snow storm we have had to stay 2 extra nights which was kindly facilitated by the management.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Union Street Historic District

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.

Downtown Poughkeepsie
If you're spending some time in Downtown Poughkeepsie, Bardavon 1869 Opera House and Mid-Hudson Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.

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.
