steamtown national historic site

zebrasky

Had several hours to kill recently passing through Scranton. Not a big train enthusiast but this place was very interesting. I'm sure this is a great place in any season but the dead of Winter. There are many trains to see and explore. You need at least 2 hours to go through this collection. Can see how kids would love this place. Adults too.

rawleyw

A nice way to spend the afternoon with your family and enjoy the history, sights and learn more about this part of the area.

311suzannej

Took my train obsessed nephew here when he was 7, he loved it. Took my 4 and 2 year old grandchildren also ans it was a great experience. You can stay as long or as little as you wish, and visit only that portion of the museum that interests your audience. A lot of the museum was very hands on making it perfect for youngsters.

familyofhistoryfans

If you love trains or have children, this place is for you. Takes about an hour to see everything and you can have a train ride (the don't always have this).

Zenlibrarian

Quite a bit to see. Well done and informative as all the national parks are! A few suggestions though. Walking to the park from my downtown hotel was dreadful - do not advise it! They are doing construction so only way accessible was along driving route which had no sidewalks! Movie in theatre seemed interesting but the narration sound track was not working at all so had to read subtitles for 18 minutes :( also - video screens were off/not working in parts of museum.But all in all worth a visit!

507kathrynh

We did the Santa trolley ride... it was absolutely phenomenal. We thoroughly enjoyed the history of the train yard and the trains that ran through it. The Conductor was extremely friendly and knowledgeable! the ride was great- the seats even change to accommodate the way you're traveling from forward to reverse.

puckliny

I've been to quite a few train venues since my son loves trains. Been all over the Lancaster, Jim Thorpe, Connecticut train museums and rides. However, the National Historic SIte I must say is the best of them all. The place is pristine and trains and equipment just fantastic.

Yackerboy

The trolly ride is fun for all ages. The train museum is also great for everyone. I would wait until the kids are a bit older to take the guided tour through the museum as it is a long tour and the little ones may not have the patience for it.

gusr266

interesting place, lots about trains. can take a train length vary . one we had a short ride another day a very long ride. not by steam.

techauthor

Takes you back to the era of steam locomotive travel. Not very crowded, and very knowledgeable staff

barbaras745

Loved the history and the museum and seeing all the trains on display. We also had a train ride and the guide was excellent

o484

Like steam? They got that. Like Diesel? They got that. Like Electric? They got that too (sort of). Great interpretive displays, really lets you get an in depth look at railroading. "Scranton Limited" excursions are great for those who just want to ride the train, longer excursion to Moscow is superb.

pattyj2014

Lots of trains. Several sections showing works in progress, Big Boy train on site, lots of tracks, train excursions available. Round table on site. Great documentation and pictures explaining the trains and history. Nice gift shop. Great parking on site. Next to Trolly museum, so very convenient.

498AlM

If you love trains, especially steam engines, you will love this place. Lots of old steam engines (restored and in the process of being restored) and some rolling stock (train cars and cabooses). Really good exhibits showing the history of the railroad and steam power. They also have a trolley museum. There are a number of trolley and train excursions that you can go on. Perfect for the RR enthusiast.

RosemarieG445

So much history here... you do not have to be a train buff to enjoy. It is well organized and set up!