Petersburg Travel Guide
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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 story of its own, during your holiday in Scranton. Experience the area's live music and theatre 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 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.
Top hotels in Petersburg
Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino Resort - Adults Only 21+
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Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
The room was very clean and comfortable. Pool was closed which was disappointing.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Quality Inn Wilkes-Barre near Arena
Our room was large and comfortable with better lighting than is usual for a budget property. We were on the side near the interstate, so there was a bit of traffic noise but not enough to really be a problem. Breakfast offerings were adequate.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
A big historic railroad train station that still had a lot of old or antique design and decoration. I most enjoyed my 2 nights. The only minus was a Do Not Enter sign when there was only 1 way in or out....., I complained to a hotel employee and it was quickly rectified by adding another sign...., ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Scranton Montage Mountain
The room was clean and spacious. The bed was comfy! Not enough coffee in the lobby. Our one night there before flying out was very good!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Pocono Mountains Hotel and Spa
Other neighbourhoods around Petersburg
Hill Section
If you're spending some time in Hill Section, Everhart Museum and Nay Aug Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Marketplace at Steamtown and Lackawanna River are top sights worth seeing.
Green Ridge
If you're spending some time in Green Ridge, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
South Side
If you're spending some time in South Side, Lackawanna River and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Tripp Park
Tripp Park might not have many top sights, but Houdini Museum and Lackawanna River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
