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38 Best and Fun Things To Do In Poughkeepsie, New York


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This city has a rich history and an energetic downtown, making it an ideal destination for visitors looking for something a little different. Poughkeepsie has a lot to offer to visitors, and you can experience everything from the vibrant Locust Grove Estate, especially beautiful in the fall, to the variety of stunning historic college buildings, such as Vassar College.

If you’re looking for fun things to do in Poughkeepsie, try spending a day at the Waterfront or an evening out at the Bardavon Opera House. If you’re traveling with kids in tow, be sure to check out the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum and Adams Fairacre Farms. There are also plenty of events and festivals throughout the year that will keep you entertained.

Read our list below to find more of the best and most fun things to do in Poughkeepsie, New York

The 38 Most Popular Things To Do In Poughkeepsie, New York

38. Marlboro Mountains

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

37. Glebe House

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 635 Main Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 454 0605

36. Morgan Lake

4.0 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

35. Dutchess Rail Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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34. Wappinger Lake

3.5 ★★★★☆ (8 reviews)

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33. Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield

4.7 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: 4097 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 229 9115

Web Address:   http://beatrixfarrandgardenhydepark.org/

32. Mid-Hudson Heritage Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 317 Main Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 214 1113

31. Winnakee Nature Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (24 reviews)

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Location: 3 Van Dam Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 876 4213- -4

Web Address:   http://winnakee.org/winnakee-nature-preserve/

30. Springside Landmark

4.4 ★★★★☆ (31 reviews)

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Location: 185 Academy Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 454 2060

Web Address:   http://springsidelandmark.org/

29. Top Cottage

4.6 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: 98 Valkill Dr Poughkeepsie NY

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/hofr/planyourvisit/top-cottage.htm

28. The Kedem Winery

4.6 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

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Location: 1519 Rte 9W Marlboro NY

Tel:  845 236 3651

Web Address:   http://kedemwinery.com/

27. Henry A. Wallace Visitor and Education Center

4.5 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 4079 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 486 7770

Web Address:   http://fdrlibrary.marist.edu/library/wallace.html

26. Illinois Mountain Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (44 reviews)

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Location: Reservoir Road Highland NY

Tel:  845 691 2144

Web Address:   http://townoflloyd.com/

25. Palpung Thubten Choling

4.7 ★★★★★ (52 reviews)

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Location: 245 Sheafe Road Wappingers Falls NY

Tel:  845 297 2500

Web Address:   http://palpungny.org/

24. Springwood

4.8 ★★★★★ (55 reviews)

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Location: 4097 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 229 9115

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/places/springwood.htm

23. Pinewoods Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (77 reviews)

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Location: 9 Pine Woods Road Hyde Park NY

22. Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (78 reviews)

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Location: 4088 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Web Address:   http://scenichudson.org/parks/rooseveltfarmlane

21. Berean Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (135 reviews)

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Location: 49 Reservoir Road Highland NY

Tel:  845 834 3488

Web Address:   https://townoflloyd.com/recreation/pages/parks-and-facilities

20. Tony Williams Town Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (144 reviews)

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Location: S Riverside Road Highland NY

Web Address:   https://townoflloyd.com/recreation/pages/parks-and-facilities

19. Peach Hill Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (166 reviews)

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Location: 32 Edgewood Dr Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 485 3628

Web Address:   http://peach-hill-park.org/

18. Morgan Lake Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (199 reviews)

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Location: 51 Creek Road Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 451 4100

Web Address:   http://dec.ny.gov/outdoor/60890.html

17. Quiet Cove Riverfront Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (225 reviews)

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Location: 1 Clear Water Dr Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 298 4600

Web Address:   https://dutchessny.gov/Departments/Parks/Quiet-Cove-Riverfront-Park.htm

16. Spratt Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (245 reviews)

Location: 113 Wilbur Blvd Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 451 4100

Web Address:   https://cityofpoughkeepsie.com/221/Parks-Recreation

15. Upper Landing Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (254 reviews)

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Location: 83 N Water Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 834 2867

Web Address:   http://upperlanding.org/

14. Meadowbrook Farm

4.7 ★★★★★ (276 reviews)

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Location: 29 Old Myers Corners Road Wappingers Falls NY

Tel:  845 297 3002

13. Wilklow Orchards

4.7 ★★★★★ (295 reviews)

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Location: 341 Pancake Hollow Road Highland NY

Tel:  845 691 2339

Web Address:   http://wilkloworchards.com/

12. Victor C. Waryas Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (562 reviews)

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Location: Waryas Park Promenade Poughkeepsie NY

11. Bounce Trampoline Sports

4.2 ★★★★☆ (799 reviews)

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Location: 2 Neptune Road Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 206 4555

Web Address:   http://bouncepok.com/

10. Bowdoin Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (933 reviews)

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Location: 85 Sheafe Road Wappingers Falls NY

Tel:  845 298 4600

Web Address:   http://co.dutchess.ny.us/countygov/departments/dpw-parks/ppbowdoin.htm

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9. Barrett Art Center

5.0 ★★★★★ (65 reviews)

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Location: 55 Noxon Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 471 2550

Web Address:   http://barrettartcenter.org/

8. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (118 reviews)

Location: 124 Raymond Ave Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 437 5237

Web Address:   https://fllac.vassar.edu/

7. Mid-Hudson Bridge

4.1 ★★★★☆ (125 reviews)

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Location: 475 U S 44 55 Highland NY

Tel:  845 691 7221

Web Address:   http://nysba.state.ny.us/bridge/mid-hudson

6. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (184 reviews)

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Location: 4079 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 486 7770

Web Address:   https://fdrlibrary.org/

5. Franny Reese State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (277 reviews)

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Location: Macks Ln Highland NY

Tel:  845 473 4440

Web Address:   http://scenichudson.org/parks/frannyreese

4. Locust Grove Estate

4.7 ★★★★★ (592 reviews)

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Location: 2683 South Road Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 454 4500

Web Address:   http://lgny.org/

3. Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (622 reviews)

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Location: 75 N Water Street Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 471 0589

Web Address:   http://mhcm.org/

2. Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,826 reviews)

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Location: 4097 Albany Post Road Hyde Park NY

Tel:  845 229 5320

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/hofr

1. Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (3,227 reviews)

Location: 61 Parker Ave Poughkeepsie NY

Tel:  845 454 9649

Web Address:   https://walkway.org/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Poughkeepsie, New York! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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