- TripBuzz found 39 things to do with kids in or near Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, including 32 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Scranton, Hazleton, Lake Harmony and Jim Thorpe.
- From Chacko's Family Bowling Center to Academy of Golf Center, the Wilkes-Barre area offers 45 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Theaters, Mini Golf and Movie Theaters.
- One of the core cities in Pennsylvania, Wilkes-Barre is a short drive from both the Poconos and Eastland Mountains. And to enjoy views of these mountains, the city has developed several outdoor spaces including public parks, walking trails, amphitheaters, fishing piers and running paths. The community is also home to a slots casino providing adult entertainment.
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55 N Wyoming Street, Hazleton, PA 18201
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Located in downtown Hazleton, the Hazleton Historical Society Museum showcases anthracite mining exhibits, Pennsylvanian Indian artifacts, and local memorabilia. The museum also contains a research library with its own genealogy branch.
20.6 Miles
Measuring 3000 acres, Humboldt Industrial Park runs five miles and is the largest industrial park in the Greater Hazelton area. It houses nearly 50 industries and is suitable for businesses including retail, manufacturing, warehouse and corporate.
22.4 Miles
Since opening in 1950, the family owned and operated Laurel Drive-In has been providing screenings of both modern and classic movies in a nostalgic drive-in setting. On-site concessions are offered as well as double features in the summertime.
22.6 Miles
Featuring 22 named waterfalls accessible via the Falls Trail, Ricketts Glen State Park is home to 42 miles of hiking trails, along with a beach with designated swimming area, refreshment concession, and boat rental facility.
23.8 Miles
Pocono Whitewater offers whitewater rafting trips though Lehigh River Gorge State Park. Some of the trips are on Class II and Class III rivers, others are family trips, and still others are specialty rafting trips, including nighttime trips.
23.9 Miles
A facility made for paintballing, Skirmish USA offers days for discounts, combo adventures with different activities such as white water rafting, and night plays. Open year round with lodging available, making reservations is recommended.
24.0 Miles
The Glen Onoko Falls are the main attraction of the Glen Onoko Falls Trail in the Lehigh Gorge State Park. The hike is approximately 3 hours round trip and requires proper hiking shoes and care while hiking. Parking is available.
24.7 Miles
Skirmish is a large public paintball complex featuring over 50 courses located on over 500-acres. Amenities at the complex include equipment rentals, birthday parties and group outings, and a pro shop.
24.9 Miles
The Jim Thorpe Memorial is a red marble memorial to Jim Thorpe sitting on soil from Thorpe's home Indian reservation, New York's Polo Ground, and the Stockholm Olympic Stadium, and features a quote by Sweden's King Gustav V, and several images of Thorpe participating in various sports.
25.6 Miles
Owned and operated by a horse enthusiast since her childhood, Brace's Stables offers an array of activities and lessons for equine fans of all ages. The company offers mountain and creekside trail rides, private lessons, pony rides and more.