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.
Viewmont Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Viewmont Mall during your visit to Scranton. Visit the shops and casinos 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+
Always such a great stay!!!
Reviewed on 2 May, 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
Le prix était attrayant mais l’état des lieux et la propreté n’était pas au rendez vous. Très peu d’option pour déjeuner.
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Had to pay for parking in their parking lot. Called desk for extra blanket and they never brought it.
Reviewed on 1 May, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
Room had stale smell and definitely need to clean the shower heads but not too bad
Reviewed on 2 May, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilkes-Barre
Bathrooms were dirty still hair and dirt from previous guest. Staff was absent at front desk waited 20 minutes to check in.
Reviewed on 30 Apr, 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.
