Visit Luzerne County | Travel Resources & Local Insight in Wilkes-Barre
Visit Luzerne County in Wilkes-Barre, PA serves as the county’s official tourism organization. It promotes events, attractions and places to explore throughout Luzerne County. The public-facing office welcomes visitors and new residents seeking guidance on things to do in NEPA. The visitor center operates from a restored historic train station in Wilkes-Barre.
For more than twenty-five years, Visit Luzerne County has partnered with local businesses and organizations. Its work supports restaurants, shops, parks, attractions and community events. The organization also leads Pick Up NEPA, an environmental initiative focused on regional cleanup efforts. Visitors can stop in to ask questions, gather recommendations and pick up a free printed guide to Luzerne County.
Central Railroad of New Jersey Train Station
The visitor center is located inside the former Central Railroad of New Jersey station. Built in 1868, the Victorian-style brick building once served rail passengers and the anthracite coal industry. Passenger service ended in the 1960s and the station later closed. Over the years, the building housed restaurants, nightlife venues and offices. After being added to the National Register of Historic Places, it was restored and reopened in 2022 as the Luzerne County Visitors Bureau.
Visit Luzerne County in Wilkes-Barre connects people with local experiences while preserving a meaningful historic landmark.
Visit Luzerne County
