Poughkeepsie Waterfront Travel Guide
Poughkeepsie
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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.
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.
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.
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Mid-Hudson Children's Museum during your travels to Poughkeepsie. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Top hotels in Poughkeepsie Waterfront
Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
Easy check-in/out. Staff very personable. Clean.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Poughkeepsie
Clean Room, courteous front desk attendants
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston
The room was very nice and clean. The Mountain View was kind of far and when you check in during winter, it’s already dark so you don’t see much mountain. I didn’t like when you used the hot water, there was a knocking noise coming from the pipes near the toilet.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection
Hampton Inn Kingston
Clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie Convention Center
Staff, location, cleanliness. Wonderful stay. I will do it again.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Poughkeepsie Waterfront
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.
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 Overlook Drive-In Theater or Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center.
Crown Heights
Visitors to Crown Heights enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Hudson River is worth a stop.
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 Bananas Comedy Club or Locust Grove during your time in the area.
