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
"Very nice staff! Very friendly and helpful! Thr rooms were clean and prepped nicely! Had a show downstairs which was fun to attend !"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
"The outdoor patio party was incredible with ABBA on Thursday night. The drinks were complementary during gaming, which was exceptional! The room was very clean but not a daily service. You have to ask for anything extra you need in addition to what is given on check-in day. The sapphire spa was great, ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
"There were no available keys and the property was not properly upkept."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
"Rooms were filthy. I checked in and there was dried syrup on the table and dirty linens on the bed. The floor was absolutely disgusting. No one cleaned the room for the 3 days I was there even when requested. The “breakfast” was waffles, bagels, bread, English muffins, however the toaster was broken. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
"Very clean! friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
"Staff was great, property was very nice"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Side
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Marketplace at Steamtown and Lackawanna River 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 Lackawanna River 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.
