Jim Thorpe 18229
- 1846 factory building houses work of Victor Stabin, compared to Salvador Dali and M.C. Escher. Cafe Arielle next door.
- 3-story 1860 Italianate Victorian mansion. Industrial Revolution opulence built by titan Asa Packer. Park at Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway lot and walk up the hill. Harry Packer Mansion next door.
- From a quirky art cafe to a gastropub to a restaurant serving absinthe in a secret back room, all the hotspots in Jim Thorpe you want to know.
- Nice, old-fashioned coffee shop hangout with handmade ice cream, cold brew, espresso, ice cream floats, and coffee drinks.
- Ice cream stand with pick-up counter. Hard ice cream, sundaes, shakes, and soft-serve. Dipped waffle cones. Quick eats like hot dogs, fries. Bring your dog for a doggie sundae.
- Late 1800s Victorian minutes from downtown Jim Thorpe. Each room has its own unique charm and beauty, with all the modern necessities and conveniences. Beautiful breakfasts.
- Mountain town of 4,000 known as “The Switzerland of America.” Vintage trains, boutiques, restaurants, and festivals aplenty in the heart of the East Coast cycling scene.
- Home to one of the largest collections of American Abstract Expressionist art in a magnificent and historic church building.
- Gastropub using locally distilled spirits, local beer, small plates. Try Short Rib Poutine, Flash Fried Chevre Salad, Truffle Fries.
- Modest rooms are clean, some with shared baths. Suites with sofa beds, minifridges, coffee makers. WiFi, TV. Close to biking and hiking trails.
- Hosts 4 guests in 1 bedroom with 2 beds and 1 bath. 1800s charm with a modern twist. Perfect place from which to explore beautiful Jim Thorpe.
- Acoustically, there are none better. This Victorian-era opera house presents a wide range of live music with seating plus a large dance area.
- Produces its own pickles, jams, and salsa. Spicy pickles, bread & butter pickles, pickled green beans, garlic, asparagus, and more. Cookbooks, kitchen gadgets, home decor.
- Exceptionally beautiful county park. 345-acre lake, facilities for camping, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing, boating. Small entrance fee.
- Mason’s Cold Beer is a beer distributor that has got a friendly staff selling cold beer and slurpies. Located next door to Jim Thorpe Market.
- Certified herbalist and candle-making witches. What else do you need? It’s a traditional witchcraft store, and they’ve got everything.
- Provides a stunning vista above the Lehigh River Gorge near Mauch Jim Thorpe. It’s just a gorgeous view.
- The story of Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, mining, Switchback Railroad, to renaming from the original Mauch Chunk.
- Deli and diner-style eat-in joint, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Convenience items, deli to go, tobacco, lottery. Baked goods made on site.
- Elegant B&B in a restored 1874 mansion. Gilded Age opulence with modern-day conveniences. Suites and rooms. Less than a mile from downtown. $$$$
- Great for hiking and biking. Trail runs parallel to Mauch Chunk Creek, provides easy access for fishing. Shuttle service, bike rental available in Jim Thorpe.
- Newly renovated 1899 Victorian-style house with 3 guest rooms located directly on the Switchback Trail.
- Small-town pizza parlor in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/heroes, cheesesteaks, calzone, and stromboli. Kids’ menu.
- Old-fashioned variety store with toys and knickknacks, quirky home decorations, big variety of stuff. Good for a roam.
- Book lover’s paradise located at 65 Broadway in historic downtown Jim Thorpe. New and used books in an inventory of current “eclectic fiction and non-fiction.”
- 135 secluded primitive sites in 345-acre county park on lake. Boat, hike, swim, fish. Inexpensive, unplugged camping vacation. Bathhouse, camp store.
- Casual late-night fare and classic American cocktails in historic Millionaire’s Row. Very good food and creative classic cocktails.
- A holistic boutique featuring its own beauty line of quality products. Candles, teas, soaps, crystals, CBD products, and more.
- Five bedrooms with 11 beds, 3 baths. Comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests. One-acre hilltop, perfect for groups. Luxury. Bring Fido!
- An excellent chef-owned restaurant in a chalet-like building that sports a lovely deck. It’s reasonably priced and offers a pizza menu along with a fine dining menu.
- Gastropub in renovated firehouse features craft beers, fine wines, a compelling selection of whiskeys and cocktails. Great food.
- Whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River. All skill levels include beginners, kids. Trip options include hiking/paddling combo trip. Rail-Trail biking and paintball.
- Cute dine-in creperie opened in summer 2022. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options made with organic, non-GMO, all-natural ingredients
- Meat-friendly, plant-forward scratch kitchen. Vegan and vegetarian options, allergen-aware. Beer & wine, specialty cocktails.
- A huge collection of affordable vintage items, from jewelry to clothes, scarves, hats, and housewares. It’s a great place for an afternoon browse.
- Vintage coaches pulled by diesel engines. Narrated round-trips follow the Lehigh River over bridges and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park.
- Located in Jim Thorpe’s Y on Broadway Hotel. Massage and bodywork for healing, awareness, regeneration, and balance. Facials and body treatments.
- Libations Lounge is open to the public on Fri/Sat from 4 – 9:00 pm. Enjoy fine spirits and the wine list at the historic Harry Packer Inn in Jim Thorpe.
- The Switzerland of America and the center of the East Coast bicycling scene, surrounded by two state parks. Miles of hiking and biking trails. Gastropubs, lakeside dining.
- Pocono biking trips along the Lehigh River starting in Jim Thorpe. Day trips and overnight trips, TREK bike rentals, shuttle service.
- Wondering where to park when visiting Jim Thorpe? Believe us, you’re not the only one. This tiny fabulous town gets jammed on weekends and during special events. One way to get it parked is to arrive early in the day. Here are some others.
- Vegan shoes, bags, and jewelry. Every pair of shoes and every bag is a one-of-a-kind piece of art. All products are inspired by the traditions of the indigenous Kuna tribes of South America
- 5 suites on 4 acres on 100s of acres of state land. Deck, fire pit, wood-burning stove. Stained glass and metal works, former artist’s home.
- Romantic restored 1860’s Victorian mansion in Jim Thorpe’s historic district. Walking distance to shops, eateries, hiking trails.
- 26 miles of uninterrupted rail trail runs through Lehigh Gorge State Park from White Haven to Glen Onoko. The entire length of Lehigh Gorge is ideal for walking or off-road biking.
- Exhilarating vintage sidecar rig rides around the beautiful historic town of Jim Thorpe, and in its surrounding splendor.
- Harry Potter-themed coffee shop with friendly staff and a sweet dog named Charlie. Good coffee, quiche, and cookies.
- 3-bedroom house hosts 7 guests with 4 beds and 2 baths. Level 2 electric car charging outlet. Bear Creek Lake for on the water fun.
- 1888 Queen Anne Victorian mansion with truly great breakfasts, exquisite period decor, and impeccable service. 5-star experience.
- Primitives to retro wares. Coins, glass, autographs, military memorabilia, vintage radios, and Victrolas in the heart of Jim Thorpe.