South Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair

Popular places to visit

Steamtown National Historic Site

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.

Steamtown National Historic Site
Nay Aug Park

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.

Nay Aug Park

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 theatre scene.

University of Scranton

Marywood University

Explore the campus of Marywood University during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

Marywood University

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.

Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour

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.

The Marketplace at Steamtown

Our pick of the best South Side Hotel Deals

ANZ Hotels Scranton

ANZ Hotels Scranton

2 out of 5
300 Meadow Avenue, Scranton, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$180 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$180
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scranton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (721 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff friendly. Location was what we needed. Hotel met all our needs- just can’t say it was exceptional. There was also an event at the hotel and the guests were very loud in the hallways late at night, but I’m not blaming the hotel for that."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

ANZ Hotels Scranton
The Woodlands

The Woodlands

4 out of 5
1073 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA
The price is AU$142 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$142
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,177 reviews)
"Bbbb"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Woodlands
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites

Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
880 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
5.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
"very good"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton

Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton

3.5 out of 5
700 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, PA
The price is AU$186 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$186
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Scranton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Check woman was awesome, so kind and helpful. The hotel was absolutely beautiful. We never left. Had a great dinner at Traxx, the bartenders were very nice."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+

Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+

4 out of 5
1280 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA
The price is AU$233 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$233
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,036 reviews)
"all good"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa

Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa

2.5 out of 5
38 Lehigh Rd, Gouldsboro, PA
The price is AU$148 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$148
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Gouldsboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Lake Watawga and Larsen Lake are located ...
5.8/10 (116 reviews)
"Rustic and very cozy. Loved the hot tub in the my room.. quiet, our check in guy was awesome"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around South Side

Scranton featuring a sporting event as well as a large group of people

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Marketplace at Steamtown and Steamtown National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
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Hill Section

If you're spending some time in Hill Section, Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Hill Section
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Dunmore

Some popular features of Dunmore include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Nay Aug Park or Houdini Museum are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Dunmore
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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
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Dickson City

Dickson City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Viewmont Mall and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail while in the area.

Dickson City

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