Greater Scranton, located in Lackawanna County, is NEPA’s most populous Valley Community. Its well-known industrial roots, world-class amenities, and status as the setting of the popular TV sitcom The Office have cemented this community’s place both on the map and in the modern pop culture lexicon.
Spend a day with turtles, reptiles, spiders and thousands of colorful fish at the Electric City Aquarium. Catch a RailRiders game and some fireworks in the summer. Capture those classic foliage pics at scenic Lackawanna State Park in the fall. Shred the slopes at Montage Mountain in the winter. Just be sure to save a little room for a few classic cuts of Old Forge Pizza.
You can do it all from just about anywhere in Greater Scranton. Hit the links on a PGA championship-worthy golf course. See a touring Broadway show in a historic theater. Get your fill of pizza, burgers or wings. Make a stop at a local brewery. Check out an Electric City icon. Then walk it off on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail.
Known For:
Vibrant, walkable downtowns
Lackawanna State Park
Rich history and architecture
Lively local art, theater & music scenes
Restaurants, breweries & nightlife
La Festa Italiana and St. Patrick’s Parade
Steamtown Marathon
Greater Scranton is served by 12 public school districts, 3 public charter schools and 30 private schools. The community is also home to 8, affordable and easily-accessible colleges and universities.
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Johnson College
Keystone College
Lackawanna College
Luzerne County Community College (Scranton Campus)
Marywood University
Penn State Scranton
The University of Scranton
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The City of Scranton serves as the central economic hub of the Greater Scranton Area. It is the most populous city in NEPA and features a busy, walkable downtown along with quiet, residential neighborhoods and several university campuses. The city is also home to convenient public transportation and plenty of dining, cultural amenities, access to outdoor recreation and a wide variety of things to do.
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The Borough of Dickson City is a popular hub for shopping and dining bordering North Scranton. With close proximity to Interstate 81 and the Scranton Carbondale Highway (Rt. 6), the small borough divides itself into quiet residential neighborhoods on the east side and a bustling business district on the west side featuring popular dining options and plenty of amenities.
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The relatively suburban borough of Dunmore lies to the north of Scranton. Conveniently, the borough is intersected by Interstates 81 and 84 and PA Route 6, offering ease of access to most of NEPA including the Pocono Mountains. Dunmore’s east side reveals quieter, residential streets dotted with local restaurants and shops. And on the west side, you’ll find a little more space in the more suburban neighborhoods.
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The borough of Old Forge, or “The Pizza Capital of the World” sits at the boundary line of Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties. The largely residential borough, just south of Scranton is known mostly for its famous Old Forge style pizza. Quiet neighborhoods radiate outward from the central business district on Main St. and the Old Forge High School. A stroll down Main St. will bring you to some of NEPA’s favorite restaurants.
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The Borough of Olyphant is a largely residential area just over five miles north of Scranton. It was originally founded as Queen City in the late 19th century. Olyphant features family-friendly neighborhoods and quiet residential streets. The borough is also home to a lively dining scene and plenty of unique things to do.
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Attention all Assistant (to the) Regional Managers and die-hard The Office fans—this is your moment. Scranton, PA isn’t just a dot on the map; it’s a pilgrimage site, a sacred ground where Dunder Mifflin lore runs deep. Whether you’re a day-one fan who still quotes the “Diversity Day” episode or someone who just wants to see if Kevin’s famous chili ever left a stain, Scranton is your oyster (Schrute Farms-approved, of course).
“Ain’t No Party Like a Scranton Party, ‘Cause a Scranton Party Don’t Stop!”
— Michael Scott, Regional Manager of the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin
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Relive iconic moments from the hysterical hit NBC show, The Office, set in Scranton, PA. Explore and visit 10 of the local locations featured in the series.
A Peak into Greater Scranton’s Past
For most of the 19th and 20th centuries, Greater Scranton was the industrial, economic and cultural hub of NEPA. Iron, steel, coal, textiles and railroads – all of the ingredients of an industrial revolution were present. As waves of European immigrants descended upon the region, smaller downtowns and residential neighborhoods began to develop in many of the outlying boroughs. At the height of Pennsylvania’s hard coal era, Scranton and its nearby communities became one of the most important economic drivers of American progress.
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From 2005 to 2013, Scranton found itself at the forefront of American pop culture as the setting of NBC’s comedy series, The Office. Scranton has embraced its status as the world’s epicenter of all things Dunder Mifflin. The city now boasts several famous murals, self-guided walking tours and a popular, annual convention featuring regular appearances from cast members.
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