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Borough in Pennsylvania, United States
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Jim Thorpe is a borough in the Coal Region, near Lehighton, Allentown and the Lehigh Valley, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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Asa Packer Mansion
A mansion built in the late 1800s by an influential family.
Used up to 1995, tours of this cool old building are sure to get you thinking.
Visit the grave and monument to one of the world's greatest athletes.
A beautiful old Gothic church with amazing architecture and rich construction. Tours available seasonally.
An old Methodist church that's been changed into a local history museum. A great place to get an overview of what this town is all about.
Travel into a real coal mine and learn about the area's coal mining past.
This takes place April through October. Water on the Lehigh River is very shallow during most of the year.
A few minutes from Jim Thorpe, it features several ski hills and a snow tubing area. An all day lift ticket is $39. Check out the ski package in conjunction with Mahoning Inn.
A narrated round-trip follows the majestic Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park.
Jim Thorpe River Adventures is a locally-owned and operated whitewater rafting company. They are the only rafting company in the town of Jim Thorpe, so the bus ride to and from the river is much shorter! The guides are great and you get a free cookout afterwards!
An entertainment venue in Penn Forest Township. It can comfortably host 1,800 concertgoers with its spacious dance floor, lofty ceilings, twin bars and a restaurant. A broad open-air deck offers a breathtaking view of Beltzville Lake and a picturesque 50-mile panoramic view of Northeastern Pennsylvania. It is the perfect location to host weddings, trade shows, conferences, seminars and private parties. Penn’s Peak is a Wi-Fi Hot Spot location.
At Skirmish USA Paintball.
Romantic atmosphere, live entertainment and interesting eclectic decor. Their breads are all homemade. They offer 6 varieties of soup daily. This is also a very romantic venue, with dim lights and oil lamps on the tables. The service is a bit slow.
A bit more expensive and much more elegant, Macaluso's serves Italian food. Highly recommended if you are looking for a more upscale dining experience while in the area.
In Penn's Peak.
A comfortable, economical lodge in a casual atmosphere. Full kitchen and dining area, cozy living area.
An elegant Bed and Breakfast with private suites for two adults. A circa 1860 brick Victorian in the heart of historic Jim Thorpe. Each suite has a private sitting and breakfast room, a double Jacuzzi tub, and a European fireplace.
The Mansion was used as the model for the Haunted mansion in Disney World so it is only fitting that they specialize in murder mystery weekends. They also offer overnight lodging, wine tastings and small events. Tours and Libations Lounge hours are 1PM to 6PM
A shop selling things ranging from ornaments to art and lace.
Mauch Chunk General Emporium
A shop with items devoted to the fantastical.
By plane
Domestic flights arrive from Philadelphia, Chicago, Detroit, Charlotte and other Mid-west and East coast hubs. Airlines serving Jim Thorpe include American, Delta, United, Allegiant, and Pace.
Experiencing downtown Jim Thorpe is best done on foot, all attractions and restaurants are within walking distance as the town is small.
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Allentown/Bethlehem · Regional · ABE
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