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Alternative names: Population: 77.1 thous. (2019)Area: 25.54 mi²Elevation: 755 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°24'30"N, 75°39'43"W
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Scranton Top Attractions

Scranton Attractions - What to See and Explore

Scranton offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Steamtown National Historic Site, Nay Aug Park, Electric City Trolley Museum, Scranton Cultural Center. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • steamtown national historic site scranton
    Museum • Specialty museum • Tram

    Steamtown National Historic Site

    Nestled in the heart of Scranton, Pennsylvania, the Steamtown National Historic Site offers a captivating glimpse into the golden age of railroads and the industrial heritage of Northeastern Pennsylvania. This expansive museum complex is dedicated to preserving...

  • nay aug park scranton
    Park • Playground

    Nay Aug Park

    Nay Aug Park is the largest park in Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States. An amusement park on the site closed in the 1990s, but a small amusement area still operates near the swimming pool complex.

  • electric city trolley museum scranton
    Museum • Specialty museum

    Electric City Trolley Museum

    The Electric City Trolley Museum is a transport museum located in downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania, next to the Steamtown National Historic Site.

  • scranton cultural center
    Theater • Architecture • Gothic Revival architecture

    Scranton Cultural Center

    The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is a theatre and cultural center in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

  • everhart museum scranton
    Museum • Specialty museum • Natural history museum

    Everhart Museum

    The Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art is a non-profit art and natural history museum located in Nay Aug Park in Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded in 1908 by Dr. Isaiah Fawkes Everhart, a local medical doctor and skilled taxidermist.

  • scranton iron furnaces
    Museum • Historical place

    Scranton Iron Furnaces

    The Scranton Iron Furnaces is a historic site that preserves the heritage of iron making in the U.S. State of Pennsylvania and is located in Scranton, near the Steamtown National Historic Site.

  • st peters cathedral scranton
    Church • Non-profit

    St. Peter's Cathedral

    St. Peter's Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral at 315 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Scranton. The entire St. Peter's Cathedral Complex is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.

  • st stanislaus cathedral scranton
    Church • South Side

    St. Stanislaus Cathedral

    Saint Stanislaus Cathedral is the headquarters and one of the first churches built of the Polish National Catholic Church. It is named after Stanislaus of Szczepanów.

  • lackawanna coal mine scranton
    Museum • Historical and heritage tours • Tours

    Lackawanna Coal Mine

    The Lackawanna Coal Mine is a museum and retired coal mine located in McDade Park in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

  • houdini museum scranton
    Museum • Specialty museum • History museum

    Houdini Museum

    The Houdini Museum is located at Scranton, Pennsylvania. Harry Houdini appeared in Scranton and did several special challenges there. His brother, Hardeen, also appeared in Scranton and in its sister city, Wilkes-Barre.

  • scranton city hall
    Gothic Revival architecture • City hall

    Scranton City Hall

    Scranton City Hall is located at Washington and Mulberry streets in the downtown section of that city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.

  • university of scranton
    Universities and schools • Hill Section

    University of Scranton

    The University of Scranton is a private Jesuit university in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1888 by William O'Hara, the first Bishop of Scranton, as St. Thomas College. In 1938, the college was elevated to university status and took the name The University of Scranton.

  • mcdade park scranton
    Park • West Mountain

    McDade Park

    McDade Park is a community park located in Scranton in Lackawanna County, in northeastern Pennsylvania. It is named after former U.S. Representative Joseph M. McDade.

  • basilica of the national shrine of st ann scranton location map
    Monastery • Church

    Basilica of the National Shrine of St. Ann

    The Basilica of the National Shrine of St. Ann is a Minor Basilica and National Shrine of the Catholic Church located in Scranton, Pennsylvania within the Diocese of Scranton.

  • first church of christ scranton
    Church • Downtown Scranton

    First Church of Christ

    The First Church of Christ, Scientist is located in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania located at 520 Vine Street. Built in 1915, the building is known for its Classical Revival architecture.

  • pennsylvania anthracite heritage museum scranton
    Museum • History museum

    Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum

    The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum preserves the heritage of anthracite coal mining in the U.S. State of Pennsylvania and is located in McDade Park in Scranton. It features exhibits detailing the industrial history of northeastern Pennsylvania.

  • lackawanna county courthouse and john mitchell monument scranton
    Historic walking areas • Architecture • Monuments and statues

    Lackawanna County Courthouse and John Mitchell Monument

    Lackawanna County Courthouse is a historic courthouse building located in Scranton, Lackawanna County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.

  • albright memorial building scranton
    Library • Downtown Scranton

    Albright Memorial Building

    The Albright Memorial Library, also commonly referred to as the Scranton Public Library, is a historic public library located in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. The library is located on the corner of Vine Street and Washington Avenue.

  • lake scranton
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Lake Scranton

    Lake Scranton is a Reservoir in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, with a 3.5 mile running track surrounding it. Lake Scranton is a reservoir built with a dam in the early 1900s. The reservoir borders East Mountain and Scranton, Pennsylvania.

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Scranton – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Scranton, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area (Shawnee on Delaware), Ross Park Zoo (Binghamton), Bushkill Falls (Bushkill Falls).

  • shawnee mountain ski area shawnee on delaware39 milesSE
    Winter sport, Park, Ski area

    Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee on Delaware

    Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area offers a winter wonderland for skiing enthusiasts and families alike. This beloved ski resort provides a variety of slopes to cater to all levels of skiers and snowboarders...

  • ross park zoo binghamton48 milesN
    Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park

    Ross Park Zoo, Binghamton

    Nestled in the scenic Southern Tier of New York, Ross Park Zoo stands as a delightful destination for animal lovers and families visiting Binghamton. Established in 1875, it holds the distinction of being the fifth-oldest zoo in the United States, inviting guests...

  • bushkill falls39 milesSE
    Natural attraction, Park, Waterfall

    Bushkill Falls, Bushkill Falls

    Bushkill Falls, often referred to as the "Niagara of Pennsylvania," is a stunning natural attraction nestled in the lush forests of the Keystone State. This series of eight waterfalls, cascading over the rugged terrain of the Pocono Mountains, presents a breathtaking...

  • the childrens museum bloomsburg50 milesSW
    Children's museum, Museum

    The Children's Museum, Bloomsburg

    Nestled in the heart of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, the Children's Museum is a vibrant and educational destination designed to spark the imagination and curiosity of young minds. This interactive museum offers a variety of hands-on exhibits and activities that cater...

  • fulmer falls delaware water gap national recreation area40 milesE
    Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall

    Fulmer Falls, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    Fulmer Falls is the second waterfall located in the George W. Childs Recreation Site in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

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Best Time To Visit Scranton

Learn when is the best time to travel to Scranton weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in May, June and July.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Scranton?

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What is the best time to visit Scranton?

July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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