Downtown
Scranton
Popular places to visit
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.
Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour
You can browse the exhibits at Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
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.
The Marketplace at Steamtown
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Marketplace at Steamtown during your stay in Scranton. Experience the live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau
After visiting Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Scranton.
Top hotels in Downtown
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
"Room was very clean and quiet! We really enjoyed our stay. Front desk was so friendly and helpful!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
"Thank u everything was great"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
"Great"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
"The bed was clean enough. There were dead beetle carcasses o on the couch. The screen to the balcony was in disrepair There was a wasp nest on the balcony. Which a wasp got into the room because of the screen. The restaurant had burgers but no buns We didn’t use the shower and they charged my credit ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
"Best value and staff was very helpful and kind polite acknowledged several activities to do around town free parking and breakfast in the morning the sleep was wonderful and very clean rooms"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
"Receptionist was welcoming and friendly."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Hill Section
If you're spending some time in Hill Section, Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Petersburg
While there might not be top attractions in Petersburg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nay Aug Park and The Marketplace at Steamtown.
South Side
If you're spending some time in South Side, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Tripp Park
Tripp Park might not have many top sights, but Houdini Museum and Electric City Trolley Station and Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dunmore
Unique features of Dunmore include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Michael and Dolores Insalaco Studio Arts Center or Liberal Arts Center while you're exploring the area.
Green Ridge
If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
