ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS & UNIQUE THINGS TO DO

Electric City Sign

Scranton, PA

This iconic, century-old illuminated sign atop the Scranton Electric Building in Downtown Scranton commemorates the city’s nickname. It’s best viewed and photographed at night, when its LED lights can be seen from several vantage points.

The Office Real Life Sites

Scranton & Neighboring Areas, PA

Fans of The Office TV show will love this self-guided tour of numerous locations throughout Scranton and neighboring areas that commemorate the series or are mentioned in episodes. Highlights include an 86-foot-wide The Office mural featuring 17 characters, iconic restaurants like Chili’s Scranton Branch and Poor Richard’s Pub, and other recognizable spots like Cooper’s Seafood House and Alfredo’s Pizza Café.

Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour

Scranton, PA

Descend under McDade Park in a mine car for a guided tour of this 1860s coal mine, now a National Award-Winning History Attraction.

Pirate Ship & Octopus at Cooper’s Seafood House

Scranton, PA

More than just a restaurant, Cooper’s Seafood House is a destination, coupling outstanding food with eclectic decor. This Scranton landmark features a life-sized pirate ship and lighthouse, along with its signature rooftop giant octopus.

Steamtown National Historic Site

Scranton, PA

Enjoy interactive exhibits and displays, and see a restored steam locomotive at this railyard-turned-historic-park-and-museum in Downtown Scranton.

Electric City Trolley Station & Museum

Scranton, PA

On the grounds of Steamtown National Historic Site, visit this museum to learn more about trolleys and why Scranton is called the Electric City.

License Plate Staircase at On&On

Scranton, PA

Inside this vast Scranton market filled with vintage and handcrafted treasures, check out the staircase to the second floor, which is covered in license plates from across the country.

Houdini Museum

Scranton, PA

Demystify Harry Houdini as you take a guided tour through props, memorabilia, artifacts, photographs, and video footage related to the famed illusionist. Then stick around for a magic show!

Jason Miller Bust

Scranton, PA

At Lackawanna County Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton, check out the bust commemorating Scranton resident Jason Miller, best known for playing the priest in The Exorcist. It’s rumored that some of his ashes are sealed into the head.

David Wenzel Treehouse

Scranton, PA

Explore Nay Aug Park in Scranton to find the David Wenzel Treehouse and peer down 150 feet to the gorge below. While there, look for the hidden door.

Nay Aug Gorge & Waterfall

Scranton, PA

While at Nay Aug Park, walk along the Davis Trail for stunning views overlooking the Nay Aug Falls as they crash into the gorge. Please note that for your safety, swimming is not allowed in the gorge.

Blackwatch Cafe

Scranton, PA

Grab some coffee while in Nay Aug Park and enjoy it in this historic structure dating back to 1905. It’s hard to believe this beautiful stone building was once a bathroom!

Brooks Mine

Scranton, PA

Learn more about Scranton’s coal mining history as you explore this model mine within Nay Aug Park, which is open to the public on Saturdays in season.

Everhart Museum’s Dinosaur Skeleton & Head

Scranton, PA

While exploring the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art, located in Nay Aug Park, be sure to look for a replica of a Stegosaurus and a Tyrannosaurus rex skull, as well as other fossils and taxidermied animals.

Archbald Pothole State Park

Archbald, PA

Head north to Archbald to see the World’s Largest Glacial Pothole, which is 38 feet deep and big enough to hold 35 fire trucks' worth of water.

Alien Flying Saucer Mural at Station 51

Carbondale, PA

Fifty-one years after the reported UFO crash, a bold UFO-themed mural now brightens the side of Carbondale’s Fire Bureau Station 51. Created by local artist Zach Yahn as part of a downtown public art project, The Carbondale Encounter mural nods to both the city’s 1974 UFO legend and the lore of Area 51, adding a cosmic splash of character to North Main Street.

Chief & Amphitheater on Lackawanna River Heritage Trail

Scranton, PA

As you explore the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, find the sculpture of a chief of the Haudenosaunee tribe and an amphitheater honoring the Six Nations, located on the East Elm Street section of the trail in Scranton.

Scranton Iron Furnaces

Scranton, PA

Learn about Scranton’s role in the Industrial Revolution as you take in what remains of the four massive stone furnace stacks built in the 1800s.

Edward J. Lynett Statue

Scranton, PA

Find the statue of former Scranton Times editor Edward J. Lynett on a bench in front of the Times Building.

Delaware & Hudson Caboose No. 35964

Carbondale, PA

Check out this restored historic caboose outside of Carbondale City Hall.

Blakely Anchor

Blakely, PA

This anchor from a WWII aircraft carrier memorializes Captain Johnston Blakely, who served in the War of 1812. It can be found at the intersection of Main Street and Lackawanna Avenue in Blakely.

Peckville Christmas House

Peckville, PA

Drive around or stroll through this extravagant Christmas display, which was featured on Season Five of The Great Christmas Light Fight.

Caboose Food & Ice Cream

Madison Township, PA

In the summertime, cool down with some delicious ice cream and enjoy quick bites served from an authentic 1930s caboose in Madison Township.