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On the USA's western fringe of the Mountains of Pocono, nestled in the Lackawanna River Valley, sits the quaint town of Scranton, Pennsylvania. The town is Pennsylvania's sixth-largest metropolitan city, and it has a vibrant atmosphere, particularly downtown. You'll find plenty of niche boutiques, art galleries, and fashionable restaurants. Thanks to its close-knit neighborhoods surrounding a bustling center, Scranton enjoys a small-town charm and has become the center of industrial urbanization. Before being known as Scranton, the city went by the name of Scrantonia. It also answers to the nicknames of Slocum Hollow, Harrison, and Unionville. Thanks to low-cost housing and low crime rates, this destination is quite popular among avid travelers. The small Metropolis attracts young professionals and families seeking affordable and safe neighborhoods. Still, there are many exciting activities and a lively social scene for residents and tourists alike.

This vacation area offers several accommodation options for visitors to choose from. You will find cheap motels, luxury suites, mid-range motels, and modern hotels. Almost all rentals are within proximity to a range of restaurants, spas, and shopping points.

Neighborhoods of Scranton

The old city of Scranton conservatively divides into nine regions: the Westside, Central City, Southside, North Scranton, East Mountain, Minooka, Hill Section, Green Ridge, and Providence.

What to see and do in Scranton

  • Electric City Trolley Museum: Enjoy a ride on historic trolleys and enjoy several exhibitions.
  • Nay Aug Park: Take a tour of the city's largest and most unique park. You can enjoy waterfalls, playgrounds, and swimming pools. Bring out your youthfulness and tour the treehouse and its lovely views from high above.
  • Anthracite Heritage Museum: Life in the mines is a major part of this town's history. At this museum, you'll find exhibitions depicting how life in the old mines used to be.
  • Steamtown National Historic Site: This is an ideal place to learn about the town’s history regarding the rail service. You’ll also find railroad artifacts and old locomotives.
  • Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour: Take an educative, enjoyable ride down this historical mine shaft.
  • Montage Mountain Resorts: This area is popular for snowboarding, skiing, water parks, and music festivals.
  • Electric City Aquarium and Reptile Den: Experience various types of marine life at the aquariums housed inside this attraction.
  • Scranton Lake Walking Path: Enjoy scenic views and take a stretch on the excellent hiking trails in this location.
  • Houdini Museum: Become a part of the magic show, take a tour of the museum, and have fun learning about the legendary magician.
  • The Marketplace at Steamtown: Enjoy an incredible shopping experience here, with a variety of retail stores and clothing stores.

What to eat in Scranton

You’ll find lots of reasonably priced eateries in this locality offering a range of American and international cuisines, including a blend of Japanese, Mexican, and a few other gastronomic variations. Some local favorites include burgers, cheesesteaks, gourmet steaks, and Cuban sandwiches. The Texas wiener is worth trying since they say it's the perfect hot dog. The commonly found delights on breakfast menus are omelets and toast.

Typical events and festivals in Scranton

  • Scranton Jazz Festival: This is a three-day event in August filled with interesting jazz music.
  • First Friday: This free-of-charge event involves walking around downtown businesses and art galleries. It provides artists with a platform to connect them with potential venues, clients, and art enthusiasts seeking local talent. This festival includes a wide range of cultural activities in many of the area's best cafés, restaurants, boutique galleries, and various other small businesses.
  • La Festa Italiana: This cherished Northeastern Pennsylvanian traditional event features live entertainment and Italian fare, including local vendors selling wares and several entertainment options. It takes place annually at the Courthouse Square toward the end of summer.

How to move around in Scranton

To get around the "Electric City," more than 90% of the residents rely on private vehicles, making public roads exhausted and congested. The COLTS (County of Lackawanna Transit System) buses serve as a public transport option, with routes heading to the town center and within immediate communities. The metropolitan links to the broader neighboring country of Wilkes-Barre and other urban Pennsylvanian centers. You can journey to other US regions by intercity bus operators, such as Greyhound. Other ways to move around in Scranton is on foot or bike. As always, you can also consider a car rental.

The climate in Scranton

This part of the region has four distinct seasons with various temperatures and weather conditions. During winter, temperatures average around 28° F, and there’s a fair amount of snow. It’s considerably warmer during the spring season, with most days experiencing temperatures around 48° F. The fall and summer seasons average 52° F and 70° F, respectively. With temperatures reaching 82° F, July is the hottest month, averaging lows of 60° F. The coldest time is January, with highs of 33° F and lows of 18° F. The city's winter season brings minimal rainfall, accumulating a season total of only 2.7 inches. It rains a bit more in the spring and summer seasons, usually between 3.5 to 4 inches each season. Fall experiences the most rain, accumulating over 4.1 inches of precipitation on average.

Scranton today 43°F
48°F | 37°F

In Scranton we will have soft rain, warm clothing is recommended.

    • Friday
    • 48°F | 30°F
    • Saturday
    • 55°F | 30°F
    • Sunday
    • 54°F | 41°F

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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Scranton

The most centrally located hotels in Scranton with the best ratings are: Hotel Hilton Scranton & Conference Center and Hotel Radisson Lackawanna Station Scranton.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Scranton, we recommend Hotel Four Points By Sheraton Scranton.

According to our clients, the best hotel in Scranton to go to with children is Hotel Comfort Suites Scranton Near Montage Mountain.

If you want to save time, the hotel in Scranton with express check-in and check-out is Hotel Four Points By Sheraton Scranton.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Scranton, like Hotel Four Points By Sheraton Scranton.