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ITINERARY
1h 32m73 miles13 stops
1
J Birney Crum stadium
2
Martin Art Gallery
3
Cedar Beach Park
4
Allentown Rose Gardens
5
Trexler Memorial Park
6
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
7
Big Creek Vineyard
We are the official storefront for Big Creek Vineyard & Winery, located just 16 miles away from downtown historic Jim Thorpe. We offer tastings at this location, and sell wine by the glass and bottle. We also have a local artist gallery on site! Take a break from your adventures traversing Jim Thorpe and enjoy our beautiful tasting room, located on the 1st floor of the Historic Hooven Mercantile Building, found right next to the train station and visitors center.
8
The Therapy Option
Relax. Unwind. Pamper yourself. We want you to feel good. For over 26 years, the licensed massage therapists at the Therapy Option have pampered thousands of clients in Jim Thorpe. Treat yourself to a custom spa package in their relaxing spa rooms at the historic Inn at Jim Thorpe.
9
Asa Packer Mansion
10
Rainbows End
11
Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center
12
Old Jail Museum
- Temporarily closed Jail built in 1871 & used as County Jail until 1995. Seven Irish Coal Miners known as The Molly Maguires were hanged here. Learn Irish, Coal Mining & Jail History Open May through October Subject to change without notice. Please visit our website for tour dates & times
13
Antler Ridge Winery
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OVERVIEW
Allentown to Scranton
1
Start:J Birney Crum stadium
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(16) review
2001-2025 W. Linden Street, Allentown, PA 18104
2
Start:Martin Art Gallery
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(3) review
2400 Chew St, Allentown, PA 18104-5564
3
Start:Cedar Beach Park
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(31) review
2600 Parkway Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104
4
Start:Allentown Rose Gardens
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(78) review
3000 Parkway Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104-5327
5
Start:Trexler Memorial Park
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(44) review
Springhouse Rd, Allentown, PA 18104
6
Start:Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(955) review
Lehigh Gorge trains, a trademark of the Reading and Northern Railroad, take a 70 minute round-trip tour following the Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. You will see hikers, rafters, mountain bikers, and wildlife along the railroad. You will learn about railroad lore, wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules.
7
Start:Big Creek Vineyard
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(53) review
We are the official storefront for Big Creek Vineyard & Winery, located just 16 miles away from downtown historic Jim Thorpe. We offer tastings at this location, and sell wine by the glass and bottle. We also have a local artist gallery on site! Take a break from your adventures traversing Jim Thorpe and enjoy our beautiful tasting room, located on the 1st floor of the Historic Hooven Mercantile Building, found right next to the train station and visitors center.
8
Start:The Therapy Option
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(5) review
Relax. Unwind. Pamper yourself. We want you to feel good. For over 26 years, the licensed massage therapists at the Therapy Option have pampered thousands of clients in Jim Thorpe. Treat yourself to a custom spa package in their relaxing spa rooms at the historic Inn at Jim Thorpe.
9
Start:Asa Packer Mansion
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(663) review
Packer Hill Avenue, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
10
Start:Rainbows End
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(52) review
46 Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-2015
11
Start:Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(72) review
41 W Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-1931
12
Start:Old Jail Museum
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
4.0
(568) review
- Temporarily closed Jail built in 1871 & used as County Jail until 1995. Seven Irish Coal Miners known as The Molly Maguires were hanged here. Learn Irish, Coal Mining & Jail History Open May through October Subject to change without notice. Please visit our website for tour dates & times
13
Start:Antler Ridge Winery
Jim Thorpe, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(5) review
900 Walnut Ave, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-1246
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What's the driving distance between Allentown and Scranton?
The distance is 73 miles
What's the travel time between Allentown and Scranton?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 1h 32m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Scranton?
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The weather in Scranton is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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