South Side, PA
Scranton
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.
Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour
You can browse the exhibits at Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theater 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 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.
South Side Hotel Deals
ANZ Hotels Scranton
Easy parking and great location
Reviewed on 2026/4/12
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
The room was not perfect clean , breakfast was not good was just bagel and cream cheese and fruit and coffee and juice that was fake was not a real juice very for breakfast for on what continent breakfast should look
Reviewed on 2026/4/13
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
I found this experience to be pretty disappointing. I'd lived in Scranton for a long time but had never stayed here until this visit. My wife and I booked a nice room on the top floor and I was eager to see what it was like. I found the reception to be abrupt and unpleasant right from the start. ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/13
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
I had specifically chosen this property because it had the Bistro because I was traveling with my parents who are in their 80’s. I figured it would be better for them to not have to get in and out of car for dinner and breakfast. When we checked in a sign was posted that Bistro was closed because ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
Room smelled like smoke when opening the room. No washcloths or soap/shampoo. Bug found in the hand towels. Sheets and towels with burn marks/holes. Do not recommend.
Reviewed on 2026/4/12
Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa
Wonderful staff who went above and beyond to accommodate some potentially challenging circumstances, super friendly, cute and clean rooms, recommend the spa rooms, just cover the hot tubs back up when not in use or it can feel a little humid. Excellent place to stay
Reviewed on 2026/4/6
Other neighborhoods around South Side
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like The Marketplace at Steamtown and Lackawanna River.
Hill Section
While visiting Hill Section, you might make a stop by sights like Everhart Museum and Nay Aug Park.
Petersburg
Though Petersburg might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nay Aug Park and Everhart Museum.
Tripp Park
When in Tripp Park, you can plan a visit to Houdini Museum and Lackawanna River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
