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Steamtown National Historic Site

Walk a working railroad roundhouse full of steam locomotives in downtown Scranton, then ride a short train through the old rail yard.

350 Cliff Street, Scranton, PA 18503 · Scranton, PA

About Steamtown National Historic Site

Steamtown sits in the old Delaware, Lackawanna and Western rail yard in downtown Scranton, built around a working turntable and a roundhouse rebuilt from a 1932 structure. Entry is free, and you can walk through the History and Technology museums, the roundhouse, a cutaway locomotive and the yard. Short train rides last about 30 minutes and cost $6 for adults; longer excursions are priced by destination. Tickets are sold online or on site, card only.

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