Downtown, PA
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 storied past, during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theater 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 trip to 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 theater 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.
Downtown Hotel Deals
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
A big historic railroad train station that still had a lot of old or antique design and decoration. I most enjoyed my 2 nights. The only minus was a Do Not Enter sign when there was only 1 way in or out....., I complained to a hotel employee and it was quickly rectified by adding another sign...., ...
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
Clean, great staff. Noisy. Loud hallways, and easy to hear neighboring rooms with the door closed and the fan on, this made it somewhat difficult to sleep.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
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Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
The room was very clean and comfortable. Pool was closed which was disappointing.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
Our room was large and comfortable with better lighting than is usual for a budget property. We were on the side near the interstate, so there was a bit of traffic noise but not enough to really be a problem. Breakfast offerings were adequate.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
The room was clean and spacious. The bed was comfy! Not enough coffee in the lobby. Our one night there before flying out was very good!
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown
Hill Section
While visiting Hill Section, you might make a stop by sights like Everhart Museum and Nay Aug Park.
Petersburg
Though Petersburg might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum.
South Side
While visiting South Side, you might make a stop by sights like Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail.
Tripp Park
When in Tripp Park, you can plan a visit to Houdini Museum and Lackawanna River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
