Scranton

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Learn about the former coal mines and trolley systems of this historic town. Visit the surrounding nature parks and a glorious lake.

Scranton is a charming city in Pennsylvania’s Lackawanna River Valley. A former coal mining community, the area today is packed with museums and historical sites that reflect its industrial past. Picturesque parks, rolling hills and a large lake also surround Scranton.

Take a subterranean tour of the Lackawanna County Coal Mine. In the depths you’ll experience the pitch-black conditions in which miners worked for decades. Learn about the history of the mine and the young children who once worked in these squalid circumstances.

Hike along one of the paths around Scranton Lake alongside trees, flowers and plants. View the water as you take a healthy jog on the walking path. Enjoy a picnic on a grassy knoll with a backdrop of birds, squirrels, chipmunks and other wildlife.

Visit the Electric City Trolley Station and Museum to learn about the history of this transportation system and see antique trolleys. The children’s section has small models of the vehicles. Purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. The main attraction is a ride on a trolley through scenic countryside.

Enjoy the serene ambiance at Nay Aug Park. Find walking trails, picnic benches and children’s playgrounds in this family-friendly area. Kids flock to the waterslide complex and Olympic-sized swimming pools. Follow the long wooden ramp, which is wheelchair-accessible, to the David Wenzel Tree House, where you can enjoy panoramic views of a gorge. The park’s Everhart Museum combines natural history, science and art.

See a theatrical performance at the Scranton Cultural Centre. The Gothic and Romanesque building is bathed in purple and blue light in the evening.

Visit Tripp House, the oldest home in Lackawanna County. The white wooden structure dates back to 1771. Scranton’s inception as a city took place in 1866.

Scranton’s weather is usually hot and humid in the summer and cold and snowy during winter. When the snow falls, hit the slopes at Montage Mountain Ski Resort. It has 26 pistes across 140 acres (56.7 hectares) of land.

Where to stay in Scranton

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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.

Dickson City
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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.

Dunmore
Scranton showing a sporting event as well as a large group of people

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like The Marketplace at Steamtown and Steamtown National Historic Site.

Downtown
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South Side

While visiting South Side, you might make a stop by sights like Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail.

South Side
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Hill Section

While visiting Hill Section, you might make a stop by sights like Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum.

Hill Section
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Green Ridge

If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Green Ridge
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton

Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton

3.5 out of 5
700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, PA
The price is CA $148 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
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CA $167 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dickson City/Scranton

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dickson City/Scranton

2 out of 5
232 Main Street, Scranton, PA
The price is CA $100 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
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CA $112 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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Hilton Scranton & Conference Center

Hilton Scranton & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
100 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA
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The price is CA $140 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
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CA $158 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
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The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony

The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony

3 out of 5
6 Lake Dr, Lake Harmony, PA
Stay at this 3-star golf vacation home in Lake Harmony. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Split Rock Resort Indoor Waterpark ...
6.6/10 (110 reviews)
"Lake Harmony is a very quaint area, various eateries in the small community. It was a relaxing and enjoyable getaway."

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The Lodge Luxury Resort At Lake Harmony
Tanglwood Resort

Tanglwood Resort

3.5 out of 5
9 Crest Drive, Hawley, PA
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Gorgeous Chalet in the Perfect Setting, Truly One of the Poconos Best

Gorgeous Chalet in the Perfect Setting, Truly One of the Poconos Best

Lake Harmony
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