Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Scranton January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Scranton Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Scranton.dx6023532)[Hotels in Scranton](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-Hotels.d6023532.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Scranton](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Scranton.d6023532.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Scranton Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Scranton.d6023532.Car-Rental-Guide)[Scranton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Scranton.d6023532.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Scranton, PA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Scranton Types of activities Where to stay [Scranton travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Scranton.dx6023532) ![Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83654-Scranton.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83654-Scranton.jpg) ![Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83655-Scranton.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/83000/83655-Scranton.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Northeast PA](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202168-Northeastern-Pennsylvania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Northeast PA](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202168-Northeastern-Pennsylvania.jpg) ![Photo provided by Visit Luzerne County](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202167-Northeastern-Pennsylvania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Visit Luzerne County](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202167-Northeastern-Pennsylvania.jpg) ![Photo provided by National Parks Service](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196769-Steamtown-National-Historic-Site.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by National Parks Service](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196769-Steamtown-National-Historic-Site.jpg) ## Scranton Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Scranton has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Scranton is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Scranton to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Scranton Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Scranton. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Scranton attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Scranton | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/scrantons-the-office-self-guided-gps-audio-walking-tour.a50647443.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/scrantons-the-office-self-guided-gps-audio-walking-tour.a50647443.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/scrantons-the-office-self-guided-gps-audio-walking-tour.a50647443.activity-details) | | With kids | [Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/scrantons-the-office-self-guided-gps-audio-walking-tour.a50647443.activity-details) | ## What to do in Scranton --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Scranton ![Steamtown National Historic Site](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196770-Steamtown-National-Historic-Site.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steamtown National Historic Site Through interactive museums, workshops and train rides discover the importance of American steam railroad history and the people that made it possible. [](https://expedia.ca/Steamtown-National-Historic-Site-Downtown.d6166835.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nay Aug Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/91eac7090433d6e0f16940649be6db5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nay Aug Park Explore the great outdoors at Nay Aug Park, a lovely green space in Scranton. Experience the live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Nay-Aug-Park-Hill-Section.d553248621532664167.Vacation-Attraction) #### University of Scranton Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Scranton, during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Scranton-Scranton.d6090467.Vacation-Attraction) #### Marywood University Explore the campus of Marywood University, during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Marywood-University-Dunmore.d6229571.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Marketplace at Steamtown You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Marketplace at Steamtown during your trip to Scranton. Experience the live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Mall-At-Steamtown-Scranton.d553248621532664165.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour You can browse the exhibits at Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Lackawanna-Coal-Mine-Tour-Scranton.d6229565.Vacation-Attraction) #### Viewmont Mall You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Viewmont Mall during your stay in Scranton. Visit the casinos and shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Viewmont-Mall-Scranton.d631272522007773184.Vacation-Attraction) #### Electric City Trolley Station and Museum You can study the exhibits at Electric City Trolley Station and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Scranton. Experience the live music and theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Electric-City-Trolley-Station-And-Museum-Scranton.d553248621532664166.Vacation-Attraction) #### Houdini Museum You can study the exhibits at Houdini Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Scranton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Houdini-Museum-Scranton.d553248621532664168.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Scranton ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dickson City Dickson City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Viewmont Mall and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-Dickson-City.dx55674) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dunmore You might appreciate the restaurants and shopping in Dunmore, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Nay Aug Park and Houdini Museum are just a few notable stops. [](https://expedia.ca/Dunmore.dx7934) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b5f7e4af3e7cb9fae031c68475fee44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Side While visiting South Side, you might make a stop by sights like Lackawanna River Heritage Trail and Lackawanna River. [](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-South-Side.dx907568003724677120) ![Scranton showing a sporting event as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202168-Northeastern-Pennsylvania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like The Marketplace at Steamtown and Steamtown National Historic Site. [](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-Downtown.dx907574548430647296) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/91eac7090433d6e0f16940649be6db5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hill Section While visiting Hill Section, you might make a stop by sights like Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-Hill-Section.dx907575404829937664) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/91eac7090433d6e0f16940649be6db5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Petersburg Though Petersburg might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nay Aug Park and The Marketplace at Steamtown. [](https://expedia.ca/Scranton-Petersburg.dx985300951009464320) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Scranton ![Photo by Jason Healey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/09abbd2f313a8cf922d9e03c9357b348.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Clarks Summit ![Lake Ariel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/acc6e37253b81bd425ccb2c5b40a5920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Ariel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Scranton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Scranton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Scranton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Scranton? ### Is Scranton a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Scranton with kids? > - [Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/scrantons-the-office-self-guided-gps-audio-walking-tour.a50647443.activity-details) ### What to do in Scranton for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Scranton? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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