Petersburg 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.
Things to do
Scranton’s The Office Self Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Petersburg
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
A little less smoking machines would be nicr.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
Room was clean and quiet. Adequate though not large breakfast. Sevetal eateries close by. Well worth the money.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
Nice clean rooms
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Staff was very accommodating with my late arrival. Breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Wilkes Barre
Room was clean, plenty of parking, breakfast was fresh and plentiful, but I would prefer a larger variety like scrambled eggs sausage and hash browns.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Wilkes Barre, PA - Arena
I stayed here for two nights and gave it 4 stars based on the value. The front desk staff were very kind, friendly, and helpful during my stay. I also loved that the hotel is dog friendly with no pet fee, which was a big plus. The location was convenient and parking was easy. The main issue was cleanliness. ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petersburg
Hill Section
If you're spending some time in Hill Section, Everhart Museum and Nay Aug Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Marketplace at Steamtown and Lackawanna River are top sights worth seeing.
Green Ridge
If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
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 Lackawanna River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
