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Scranton / Electric City, Full of Surprises

MeowScore 😸81/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

September

Experience the beautiful fall foliage and harvest festivals 🍂🎃

🎿
january

Visit Scranton for winter sports and indoor entertainment. ❄️🎭

🕰️
february

Explore Scranton's historic sites and museums. 🏛️🔍

🎉
march

Enjoy Scranton's St. Patrick's Day parade and festivities. 🍀🍻

🌸
april

Experience Scranton's spring blooms and hiking trails. 🌷🌳

🍅
may

Discover Scranton's outdoor markets and culinary scene. 🍴🌞

🎶
june

Attend Scranton's arts and music festivals. 🎨🎶

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july

Celebrate Independence Day with Scranton's fireworks and community events. 🎆🎇

🌞
august

Cool off and enjoy Scranton's water parks and outdoor activities. 🏊‍♂️🌊

🍁
september

Experience Scranton's fall foliage and harvest festivals. 🍂🎃

👻
october

Take a haunted tour and embrace Scranton's Halloween spirit. 👻🎃

🎁
november

Visit Scranton for the holiday festivities and winter wonderland. 🎄❄️

⛄️
december

Experience Scranton's holiday markets and ice skating rinks. ⛸️🎄

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Scranton's economy is relatively affordable with plenty of shopping options. However, prices may be slightly higher compared to nearby cities.

Check out the Steamtown Mall or local flea markets for bargains. Don't miss out on the chance to try Scranton's famous hoagies for a delicious and filling meal.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

visiting friends/family or business trips

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

visiting friends/family or business trips

Scranton is mostly known for its history and industrial past, but has become a popular destination thanks to the TV series The Office.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in the US

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in the US

Credit cards and cash are generally accepted with split bill option. Some restaurants add gratuity for large groups.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited providers, slow speeds

good Availability

Most areas have access, some dead zones

great Cellular

Good coverage across city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Scranton is a cat's dream with plenty of pawsome attractions and opportunities for catnaps in cozy cafes.

As cats prowling the streets of Scranton, we couldn't resist the cat-ivating charm of the historic architecture and feline-friendly parks.

Things to do

The mainstream

🎭
Scranton Cultural Center
💡
The Electric City Sign
🌳
Nay Aug Park
🏛️
Lackawanna County Courthouse Square
🚂
Steamtown National Historic Site

The mainstream

🎭
Scranton Cultural Center

This former Masonic temple has been transformed into a stunning cultural center featuring concerts, theater performances, and even cat-themed events!

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💡
The Electric City Sign

Get your purrfect photo at this iconic neon sign featuring Scranton's nickname, 'The Electric City'. Fun for cats of all ages!

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🌳
Nay Aug Park

Cat-venturers will love this sprawling park featuring waterfalls, hiking trails, playgrounds, a pool, and even a treehouse! Meow-gical experiences await!

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🏛️
Lackawanna County Courthouse Square

This cat-friendly public plaza features stunning architecture, the county courthouse, fountains, and holiday lights. Great for a relaxing stroll or photo opp!

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🚂
Steamtown National Historic Site

Cat-adventures await at this historic site filled with steam locomotives and exhibits, perfect for train-loving paws! Don't miss the train ride through the mountains!

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Off the beaten path

1
Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple
2
The Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
3
Nay Aug Park Treehouse
4
The Steamtown National Historic Site
5
Electric City Aquarium and Reptile Den

Off the beaten path

1
Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple

In a former Masonic temple, cats can attend concerts, plays and events in elegant theaters, with ornate ceilings and chandeliers. Meow-sic to our ears! 🎬🎼

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2
The Lackawanna River Heritage Trail

Take a scenic walk along the Lackawanna River, with plenty of outdoor art installations and historic sites to admire. A purrfect paw-some spot for a little exercise. 🚶🏻‍♀️

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3
Nay Aug Park Treehouse

Cats can paws it up in this unique treehouse overlooking the Nay Aug gorge and waterfall. Don't forget to take a slide down to the ground! 🌲

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4
The Steamtown National Historic Site

Choo-choo! Cats can explore the history of steam trains in America, with over 100 locomotives on display. Take a ride on a vintage train and watch the turntable demonstration. 🚃

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5
Electric City Aquarium and Reptile Den

Cat-lizards! Visit over 25 reptile exhibits including pythons, iguanas and tortoises, plus check out the Electric City Mermaids in the aquarium tank. 🐊

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the Electric City

Scranton has long been a hub of electric power, and the Electric City Trolley Museum is a fun and informative way for cats to learn about the city's history with electricity.

Visit the Houdini Museum

Harry Houdini spent part of his childhood in Scranton, and the Houdini Museum is a must-see for any magic-loving cat.

Try Scranton's famous pizza

Scranton-style pizza is unique and delicious, with a crispy crust and lots of cheese. Many cats swear by the pizza at Pizza By Pappas.

Useful external sites

www.visitnepa.org

Visit Scranton↗

Official tourism website for Scranton

www.thetimes-tribune.com

Scranton Times-Tribune↗

Local news and events in Scranton

www.scrantonculturalcenter.org

Scranton Cultural Center↗

Historic venue for events and performances in Scranton

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