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28 Best and Fun Things To Do In Scranton, Pennsylvania


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In the United States, the “Electric City” is best known as the backdrop for the beloved TV show “The Office”, but there is much more to this charming town in Pennsylvania than meets the eye.

This moniker stems from the presence of the electric trolley system in the town, which visitors can learn more about at the Electric Trolley Museum with its antique trolleys and interactive exhibits.

Just next door is the Steamtown National Historic Site, a railroad museum that houses vintage locomotives.

Another unique attraction that sets Scranton apart from other small towns is the Houdini Museum. Here, you can learn all about the fascinating life and work of the world’s greatest escape artist, complete with a magic show!  

For nature lovers, the Pinchot State Forest is situated a short drive away in the nearby township of Spring Brook.

Want to know more? Keep reading for a comprehensive list of everything Scranton has to offer

The 28 Most Popular Things To Do In Scranton, Pennsylvania

28. Bald Mountain

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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27. Catlin House Museum

5.0 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

Location: 232 Monroe Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 344 3841

Web Address:   http://lackawannahistory.org/

26. Nay Aug Park Gorge

4.9 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

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25. Welcome to Scranton Sign

5.0 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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Location: 300 Lackawanna Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 343 3400

Web Address:   https://themarketplaceatsteamtown.com/

24. Lackawanna Historical Society

4.9 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: 232 Monroe Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 344 3841

Web Address:   http://lackawannahistory.org/

23. Campbell’s Ledge

4.5 ★★★★★ (24 reviews)

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22. Lackawanna County Courthouse

3.8 ★★★★☆ (25 reviews)

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Location: 200 N Washington Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 6773

Web Address:   http://lackawannacounty.org/index.php/departmentsagencies/courts-and-judiciary/court-administrators-office-2

21. Capra Collina Winery

4.7 ★★★★★ (27 reviews)

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Location: 1971 Scranton Carbondale Hwy Peckville PA

Tel:  570 489 0489

Web Address:   http://capracollinawinery.com/

20. Nay Aug Falls

4.7 ★★★★★ (29 reviews)

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19. Fellows Park

3.7 ★★★★☆ (38 reviews)

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Location: 1000 1098 Fellows Street Scranton PA

18. Afa Gallery

4.5 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Location: 101 Penn Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 209 8679

Web Address:   http://artistsforart.org/

17. Connell Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (44 reviews)

Location: 800 Gibbons Street Scranton PA

16. Saint Anns Monastery

4.6 ★★★★★ (126 reviews)

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Location: 1233 Street Ann Street Scranton PA

Tel:  570 347 5691

Web Address:   http://stannsmonasterybasilica.org/contact-us.html

15. Lake Scranton

4.7 ★★★★★ (127 reviews)

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14. Scranton Iron Furnaces

4.5 ★★★★★ (158 reviews)

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Location: 159 Cedar Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 4804

Web Address:   http://anthracitemuseum.org/explore/iron-furnaces/

13. Eales Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ (204 reviews)

Location: 222 In The Deed Jessup PA

Tel:  717 232 6001

Web Address:   http://nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/pennsylvania/placesweprotect/moosic-mountain.xml

12. Hillside Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (323 reviews)

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Location: 1188 Winola Road South Abington Township PA

Tel:  570 586 8996

Web Address:   http://hillsidepark.net/

11. Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,008 reviews)

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Location: 195 Enterprise Way Pittston PA

Tel:  570 316 0500

Web Address:   https://skyzone.com/pittston

10. McDade Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,449 reviews)

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Location: 1 Bald Mountain Road Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 6764

Web Address:   http://lackawannacounty.org/index.php/departmentsagencies/sports-recreation/parks-and-recreation

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9. Anthracite Heritage Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (124 reviews)

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Location: 22 Bald Mountain Road Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 4804

Web Address:   http://anthracitemuseum.org/

8. Everhart Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (237 reviews)

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Location: 1901 Mulberry Street Scranton PA

Tel:  570 346 7186

Web Address:   http://everhart-museum.org/

7. Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour

4.7 ★★★★★ (455 reviews)

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Location: Bald Mountain Road Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 6463

Web Address:   https://coalminetournepa.com/

6. Electric City Trolley Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (465 reviews)

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Location: 300 Cliff Street Scranton PA

Tel:  570 963 6590

Web Address:   http://ectma.org/

5. Lahey Family Fun Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (987 reviews)

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Location: 500 Morgan Hwy Clarks Summit PA

Tel:  570 586 5699

Web Address:   http://laheyfunpark.com/

4. Montage Mountain Resorts

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1,042 reviews)

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Location: 1000 Montage Mountain Road Scranton PA

Tel:  570 969 7669

Web Address:   https://montagemountainresorts.com/

3. Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,454 reviews)

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Location: 300 Lackawanna Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 909 9631

Web Address:   http://electriccityaquarium.com/

2. Steamtown National Historic Site

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,480 reviews)

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Location: 350 Cliff Street Scranton PA

Tel:  570 340 5200

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/stea/

1. Nay Aug Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (2,896 reviews)

Location: 500 Arthur Ave Scranton PA

Tel:  570 348 4186

Web Address:   https://nayaugpark.org/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Scranton, Pennsylvania! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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