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
Room felt a little seedy, old furnishings, exposed bed boxspring. Pretty average, a little more like a motel vibe.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
Great
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Staff is wonderful! Love Trax Bar and Grill.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Wilkes Barre
Courteous staff, clean room and comfortable bed.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Wilkes-Barre Inn and Suites
There was a streak that looked like feces on the shower curtain, stains on the sheets and only one wash cloth in each room. When we requested another washcloth, we were told they didn’t have any more. The rooms were dirty in general
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Spark by Hilton Clarks Summit
We arrived late and I had to use the restroom. Linda at the check in desk told me that no restroom was available in the lobby area. After check in, I found out that there was one. I assume she told me that before she realized that I was prepaid. The room was nice and the bed didn’t have enough pillows ...
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 Everhart Museum.
Tripp Park
When in Tripp Park, you can plan a visit to Houdini Museum and Electric City Trolley Station and Museum, 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 Everhart 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.
