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 theater 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 trip to Scranton. Experience the live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Viewmont Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Viewmont Mall during your stay in Scranton. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in South Side
ANZ Hotels Scranton
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Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
It's a converted railroad station.A lot of character . The restaurants are reasonable price..Great staff..Ask for David if you have breakfast there
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
Casino was fun and the rooms were very comfortable
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
Great place
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre Center City
Friendly staff, quick and easy check inn, great room.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
The room felt too small for a suite, and finding a dirty towel didn’t help—those issues influenced the rating I gave.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Side
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like The Marketplace at Steamtown and Steamtown National Historic Site.
Hill Section
While visiting Hill Section, you might make a stop by sights like Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum.
Petersburg
Though Petersburg might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nay Aug Park and The Marketplace at Steamtown.
Tripp Park
When in Tripp Park, you can plan a visit to Houdini Museum and Steamtown National Historic Site, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dunmore
You might appreciate the restaurants and shopping in Dunmore, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Nay Aug Park and Houdini Museum are just a few notable stops.
Green Ridge
If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River Heritage Trail and Lackawanna River are top sights worth seeing.
