Visit South Side
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.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best South Side Hotel Deals
ANZ Hotels Scranton
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
We stay here when in the area and was never disappointed, We will stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Everyone was so friendly and hotel is very clean. Maybe just need to upgrade tvs in rooms and softer beds. Not a dealbreaker for me but just the only 2 things that are holding this place back IMO.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
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Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Woodlands
Didnt have breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
Except that breakfast seemed to offer few choices, the stay was fine.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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, Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Dunmore
Some popular features of Dunmore include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Nay Aug Park or Houdini Museum are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Green Ridge
If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Dickson City
Dickson City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Viewmont Mall and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail while in the area.
