Downtown Poughkeepsie Travel Guide

Poughkeepsie

A historic stone building with a sign reading "The Old Newspaper Building."

A corner building with a curved roof and a street sign reading "1871".

A lit bridge with a cross on top and a church with a steeple in the foreground.

A large suspension bridge with multiple towers and cables.

A street lined with multi-story buildings, storefronts, and parked cars.

Visit Downtown Poughkeepsie

Poughkeepsie travel guide

Stay near popular Downtown Poughkeepsie attractions

Chance Theater

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Enjoy a performance at Chance Theater, a popular theatre in Poughkeepsie. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Where to stay in Downtown Poughkeepsie

Find the best Downtown Poughkeepsie areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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.

A large suspension bridge spanning a river, surrounded by dense greenery.

Crown Heights

Visitors to Crown Heights enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Hudson River is worth a stop.

A large metal archway with the words "FOUGHKEEPSISATION" and "DUO" inscribed on it.

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.

A large suspension bridge spanning a river with dense foliage in the foreground.

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.