- Our list of the best things to do in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, features the top 52 nearby activities — including 17 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Wilkes-Barre, PA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, Amusement, and Outdoor Places.
- The results below include the top 12 things to do within the city of Wilkes-Barre, PA , followed by 40 popular activities in nearby cities, including Scranton, Lake Harmony, Hazleton, Jim Thorpe, Benton and Albrightsville
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The Old Jail Museum, built in 1871, was the home of the hanging of the seven Molly Maguires. Right before their hanging deaths, while probably innocent of the charges, one of them placed their hand on the wall, and despite numerous attempts to remove it, the handprint remains today.
27.3 Miles
When the Mauch Chunk Opera House originally was built in 1881, the Addison Hutton designed building featured a first floor open-air farmer's market, and a second story concert hall. Visitors can see many performances in the building, and its acoustics are still considered outstanding.
27.4 Miles
People can take a tour of the 1861 Samuel Sloan designed home of railroad magnate and Lehigh University founder Asa Packer. At the Asa Packer Mansion, people can see the only working model of an 1905 Model D Grand Welte Cottage Orchestration known to exist in the United States.
27.4 Miles
DeFeo's Manor is a bed and breakfast. Guest can choose between three different rooms; the 1855 Victorian inspired Bella Room, the Victorian inspired Blue Room, or the 1920's and 1950's inspired Art Deco room.
27.4 Miles
Rainbow's End, located in a brick building with large windows, is a vintage candy store and homemade ice cream store. The business is particularly known for its chocolate candy and licorice, along with good customer service.
27.4 Miles
Known as the inspiration for Walt Disney's 'Haunted Mansion' ride, visitors can explore an old Victorian mansion at The Harry Packer Mansion Tours. The mansion is filled with artifacts form the era; including furniture, artwork, and fireplaces.
27.5 Miles
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34 Susquehanna Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
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Blue Mountain Sports and Wear offers Lehigh Gorge, and Switchback Trails bike trips, and Lehigh River kayaking trips. The company also offers kayak, canoe, rowboat, and bike rental, along with shuttle service to popular area attractions.
27.5 Miles
Visitors can step aboard a 1920s narrow gauge diesel train for a one hour round trip over the Lehigh River Gorge. Passengers can choose between standard coach cars, open air cars, or first class cars aboard the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway.
27.5 Miles
A family-owned and operated craft winery, Big Creek Vineyard makes a variety of wines, including reds, whites, roses, and fruit wines. The winery welcomes visitors, and offers tastings in its storefront, the Jim Thorpe Shoppe.
27.9 Miles
A lakefront park, Mauch Chunk Lake Park provides access to the lake for fishing, kayaking and swimming. The park features hiking trails and campsites located in wooded areas with picnic tables and a fire ring.