things to do in Poughkeepsie, NY

Toast the weekend with river views and DJ music

Celebrate the season with brunch, festive décor, and open-air river views

Ride the Evening Star on a 1.5-hour Hudson Highlands sunset cruise

Cruise the Hudson Highlands for an easy 1-hour getaway

Walk your own alpaca or llama on a private guided hike

Meet, feed and groom friendly farm animals on a private guided visit

Explore farms, local art, and nature around New Paltz

Trace West Point’s Revolutionary War story on a small-group trail tour

An evening cruise, island history, and a movie at Bannerman Castle

Learn, ride, and switch between watersports with a private captain-led boat charter

Cruise the Hudson River at sunset with captain-led narration

Cruise Rondout Creek aboard a solar-powered boat for close views of the historic lighthouse

Switch between classic tow sports with coaching and gear included

Pair autumn river views with a generous late lunch buffet

Cruise the Hudson and explore Bannerman Castle, gardens, and the newly unveiled Grotto

Cruise the Hudson River at night with a live band on board

Celebrate together on a private alpaca or llama trek with time for photos

Celebrate with a private animal encounter and time for cake

Cruise past Hudson River lighthouses aboard a quiet solar-powered boat

Cruise Lake Lillinonah by private pontoon, with tubing for up to 12

See Jonathan Harker’s harrowing tale performed outdoors on Bannerman Island

Try five lake sports with expert instruction and time to switch

Pair Bannerman Island's historic scenery with a live music performance

Explore Lenape lifeways aboard a solar-powered Hudson River boat