
HILLARD HOUSE INN
Wilkes-Barre PA
Explore the Wilkes-Barre Area
There’s lots to do during your stay at the Hillard House Inn. Located in the historic district of downtown Wilkes-Barre, we are within walking distance of many local restaurants and shops as well as two university campuses. Plus, we are a quick drive away from many exciting attractions and national parks. Check out some of our favorite activities below.
Points of Interest
FM Kirby Center for the Performing Arts – 0.8 miles
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Spend a night out on the town at the FM Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. The Hillard House Inn is within walking distance of all these exciting shows and performances.
Mohegan Sun Pocono – 6.0 miles
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Win big at the Mohegan Sun Area and Casino. As one of the largest gaming destinations in the region, you can play everything from slots, poker, and a variety of table games.
Steamtown National Park – 20.0 miles
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Explore the exciting American steam locomotive industry at the Steamtown National Park. Ride in historic steam railroads and tour the Technology or History Museum. It’s an experience the whole family will enjoy.
Ricketts Glen State Park – 31.0 miles
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Get some fresh air and tour the beautiful Ricketts Glen State Park. Experience everything from swimming, boating and fishing, as well as 26 miles of hiking trails including trails along waterfalls and picturesque streams.
Close to University Campuses
Located right on the edge of the Wilkes University Campus, the Hillard House Inn is the perfect location for guests planning on visiting the school’s facilities.
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Wilkes University
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Kings College
Conveniently Located for your Business Needs
The Hillard House Inn is in close proximity to many local industrial companies and industrial parks. Enjoy convenient transportation access as the Hillard House Inn is located close to the Interstate 81 corridor and Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike.
Activities/Attractions
State Parks / Hiking/ Trail Riding / Biking / White Water Rafting
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State Parks: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry
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Hickory Run State Park featuring Boulder Field and lake with beach area
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Bear Creek Preserve, a nature lands trust (570) 647-9175
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Frances Slocum Sate Park, boat rental
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The Seven Tubs
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Ricketts Glen State Park
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Francis Walter Dam
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Deer Path Riding Stable: 570-443-4421 www.deerpathstable.com
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Daisy Field Farm: 570-839-0925 www.daisyfieldfarm.com
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Pocono Manor Stables: 570-839-0925
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Adventure Center at Whitewater Challengers: 800-443-8554 www.whitewaterchallengers.com
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Mountain biking, paintball, zip line adventure, kayak clinics, white water rafting
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Pocono Whitewater: 800-944-8392 www.poconowhitewater.com
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Rails to Trails / Pocono biking: www.poconobiking.com
Historic Tours / Museums
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Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour and Anthracite Museum McDade Park: 570-963-6463 www.lackawannahistory.org
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Steamtown National Historic Site and Electric City Trolley Museum and trolley excursions: 570-340-5200www.nps.gov/steamwww.ectma.org/museum
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Everhart Museum in Scranton, PA.: 570-346-7186 www.everhart-museum.org
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Houdini Tour and Magic Show in Scranton: 570-342-5555 www.houdini.org
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Asa Packer Mansion in Jim Thorpe: 570-325-3229 www.asapackermansion.com
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The Old Jail in Jim Thorpe: 570-325-5259 www.theoldjailmuseum.com
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Old Mauch Chunk landing: 570-325-3673 steam train ride through the Lehigh Gorge
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Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: 570-992-6161 www.quietvalley.org
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Pocono Indian Museum: 570-588-9338 www.poconoindianmuseum.com
Golf
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Wilkes Barre Golf Course: 570-3590 www.wilkesbarregolfclub.com
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Hollenback Golf Course: 570-821-1169
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Jack Frost National Golf Course: 570-443-2414 www.jackfrostnational.com
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Mountain Laurel Golf Course: 570-443-7424 www.mountainlaurelgolf.com
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Split Rock Golf Club: 570-722-9901 www.splitrockresort.com
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Thornhurst 9 hole golf course: 570-472-9079
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Stone Meadows Golf, White Haven : 570-472-3870 www.stonemeadowsgolf.com
Skiing / Tubing
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Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski areas www.jfbb.com
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Camelback Ski area www.skicamelback.com
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Sno Mountain www.snomtn.com
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Elk Mountain Ski Resort www.elkskier.com
Theater, Movies and Arenas
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F.M. Kirby Center for Performing Arts: www.kirbycenter.org
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Scranton Cultural Center: www.scrantonculturalcenter.org
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Little Theater of Wilkes Barre, PA: www.ltwb.org
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The Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe: 570 325-0249
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Cinemark at Montage
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R/C Movies 14 in Wilkes Barre
Sporting Activities
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Pocono 400 / NASCAR / Indy Car 400: 800-RACEWAY www.poconoraceway.com
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Stock Car Experience at Pocono Raceway: 877 786-2522 www.877stockcar.com
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American Outfitters Fly Fishing: 570 643-8000 www.aaoutfitters.com
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CBK Mountain Adventures: 570-629-1661 www.camelbeach.com
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Triple A Baseball at PNC Field with the SWB Rail Riders: 570 969-2255 www.swbrailriders.com
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Wilkes Barre / Scranton Penguins Ice Hockey at the Mohegan Sun Arena www.wbspenguins.com