South Side
Scranton
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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
Safe parking
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
Nice room. Breakfast better than most. Room was a handicapped room . Handy to entrance and parking spot. I keep getting handicapped room even though i am not handicapped. I like them.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
We stayed just for a quick night away to catch a comedy show. The rooms are just as pictured, very clean and the most comfortable beds and pillows. The staff was friendly from the hotel throughout the entire casino. If you’re a non-smoker just be prepared there's a lot of smoke. Restaurant choices ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
All around great stay
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
I felt that this hotel did not meet up with what a Marriott Hotel’s standards should be. Upon arrival a woman was yelling profanities at the entrance to the hotel. The pool was too cold and surroundings unkept. The tub drain was broken and left on the side of the tub. There were no bags in our garbage ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa
Very pet friendly (including cats). Excellent value if you don’t need a lot of frills. (There is a refrigerator and microwave in the room.) Friendly staff. Charming rustic hotel in beautiful setting on lake. Easy drive to good restaurant/bar. We stop here every year on our way home but would definitely ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 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, Everhart Museum and Nay Aug Park 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 Everhart Museum.
Tripp Park
Tripp Park might not have many top sights, but Houdini Museum and Electric City Trolley Station and Museum 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.
