South Side Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Marywood University
Explore the campus of Marywood University during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in South Side
ANZ Hotels Scranton
"It was a really nice place and the staff was very friendly."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
"Convenient for everything"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
"Overall hotel room was clean but there looked as if there were bullet holes in the wall. Not one or two but several holes in the wall."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
"The property is unique and we loved staying there. The food was disappointing, especially breakfast. Dinner in the cafe/bar was okay."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
"Hoof"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Clarks Summit
"A pleasant experience for an overnight stay."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Side
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Marketplace at Steamtown and Steamtown National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Tripp Park
Tripp Park might not have many top sights, but Houdini Museum and Steamtown National Historic Site 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.
