Jim Thorpe

Jim Thorpe Lehigh Broadway 2898px - Lehigh Coal & Navigation Building, designed by architect Addison Hutton. Intersection of Broadway and Lehigh Avenue.

Jim Thorpe is a borough in the Coal Region, near Lehighton, Allentown and the Lehigh Valley, in the United States|U.S. state of Pennsylvania.

An introduction to Jim Thorpe

This town was founded in the early 19th century and later renamed for the distinguished American athlete, Jim Thorpe, who excelled in American football|football and Baseball in the United States|baseball and won Gold medals at the 1912 Olympic games. The town renamed partially to improve its chances of becoming his burial place.

Get in

The closest airport is Lehigh Valley International Airport, near Allentown IATA Flight Code: ABE}}. Lehigh Valley International is roughly a 30-minutes drive from Jim Thorpe.

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.

Philadelphia and Newark

If you are more interested in a better fare, you may choose to fly into Philadelphia International Airport (IATA Flight Code: PHL) or Newark Liberty International Airport (IATA Flight Code: EWR). American Airlines operates a large hub in Philadelphia and United operates a hub in Newark, so there is a good chance you have a direct flight to and from your home airport.

If you are looking for low fares, Southwest flies into Philadelphia as does Frontier. Finding low fares into Newark and Philadelphia is much easier than finding lower fares into Allentown. though Allentown is more closely situated.

By bus

Fullington Trailways offers service to Jim Thorpe from New York City or Philadelphia twice daily, with several stops in between. $42 one-way to New York City (3 hours 15 min), and $28 to Philadelphia (~3 hr) (November 2022). Buses stop at the Trailways Bus Stop GPS 40.864365,-75.736778, on 5 Lehigh Street in front of the Subway store.

Get Around

Experiencing downtown Jim Thorpe is best done on foot, all attractions and restaurants are within walking distance as the town is small. However, for attractions outside the town a vehicle is almost a necessity as public transport is very limited. LYNX has three bus routes connecting Nesquehoning, Jim Thorpe and Lehighton. However, services are limited to one or two round trips per day. For vehicle rentals, Enterprise has an office in nearby Lehighton

What to See

Walking around in Jim Thorpe and experiencing its rich history is a treat in itselft. Especially along Millionaire's Row on Broadway, a row of stately homes along the main street featuring amazing architecture and rich construction. Some can only be viewed from outside, but parts of Dugan's, Alice's Pantry, Driesbach House, and Albright Mansion are open.

• Asa Packer Mansion - Packer Hill Ave 40.864527, -75.738314 ☎ +1 570-325-3229 - An mansion built in the late 1800s by an influential family.

• The Old Jail Museum - 128 West Broadway 40.863900, -75.746503 ☎ +1 570-325-5259 - Used up to 1995, tours of this cool old building are sure to get you thinking. Tours May to October.

• Jim Thorpe Memorial 103 East 10th Street 40.884650, -75.725401 Visit the grave and monument to one of the world's greatest athletes.

• Street Mark's Church 21 Race Street 40.862936, -75.738865 ☎ +1 570-325-2241

A beautiful old Gothic church with amazing architecture and rich construction. Tours available seasonally.

• Mauch Chunk Museum 41 West Broadway 40.864319, -75.743160 ☎ +1 570-249-7022 - 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.

• The Number 9 Mine and Museum - 9 Dock Street 40.828652, -75.896973 In nearby Lansford Travel into a real coal mine and learn about the area's coal mining past.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Jim Thorpe

• Pocono Whitewater Rafting - ☎ +1-800-944-8392 - This takes place April through October. Water on the Lehigh River is very shallow during most of the year.

• Blue Mountain Ski Area - 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.

• the Jim Thorpe eXperience - JTX - 37 West Broadway call for tours ☎ +1 484-225-1209 Opening Hours: daily $45-95 The Jim Thorpe eXperience is a guide service offering hiking, biking, kayak and walking tours in and around Jim Thorpe. Local guides relate the amazing history of the area, while guests enjoy exhilarating outdoor adventures. Tour packages on website or custom tours available.

• Jim Thorpe River Adventures - 1 Adventure LnJust across the bridge from downtown ☎ +1 570-325-2570 - 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!

• Penn's Peak - 325 Maury Road ☎ +1 610-826-9000 +1 866-605-7325 +1 610-826-9648

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.

Shopping

• Sales tax. The state's 6% sales tax does not apply to most clothing.
• Lehighton has a small mall with a Deb, food store, drug store and a gift store, among a few other shops.

• 50 Shops in Downtown JT - Broadway just walk around +1-888-JIMonday - THORPE Opening Hours: 10-5 Downtown Jim Thorpe has over four dozen different shops and restaurants that cater to many budgets and tastes.

• The Lehigh Valley mall is about 40 minutes away. Anchored by a JCPenney, Boscov's and Macy's and the mall is home to many more specialty stores and is expanding. Other stores, like TJ Maxx, Kohl's, Sears, Best Buy, Borders, Barnes and Nobles surround the mall, as do more restaurants, especially mid-level chains.

• Tannersville Outlets - Also about 40 minutes away, home to outlet stores run by various designers and companies.

• The King of Prussia mall is one of the biggest malls in the nation, and just about an hour and a half down the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The King of Prussia is anchored by Nordstrom, Macy's, Neiman Marcus and Lord & Taylor, as well as many specialty stores.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Downtown has a wide selection of restaurants, including some fine dining options. All restaurants expect Macaluso's are within walking distance.

• Broadway Grille - 24 Broadway 40.863758, -75.738570 Same building as Inn at Jim Thorpe ☎ +1 570-732-4343

• Through the Looking Glass - 111 Broadway 40.863935, -75.741703 ☎ +1 570-325-9633 - 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.

• Macaluso's - 1257 E Catawissa StAt the Lantern Inn off of Route 209, between Jim Thorpe and Nesquehoning ☎ +1 570-669-9433 - 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.

• Moya - 24 Race Street 40.863246, -75.738951 ☎ +1 570-325-8530

• Molly Maguires Pub & Steakhouse - 5 Hazard Plaza 40.863633, -75.737722 ☎ +1 570-325-4563

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• The Inn at Jim Thorpe - 24 Broadway 40.863775, -75.738779 ☎ +1 800-329-2599

• Mary's Guesthouse - 39 West Broadway 40.864614, -75.743603 ☎ +1 570-325-5354 $60-85 Check-in: 3-5 / Check-out: 11 A comfortable, economical lodge in a casual atmosphere. Full kitchen and dining area, cozy living area.
• Suites on Broadway - 97 Broadway 40.863774, -75.741335 ☎ +1 570-325-3540 - 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 Harry Packer Mansion Inn - 19 Packer Ave 40.864873, -75.737703 ☎ +1 570 325-8566 Check-in: 4PM / Check-out: 11AM 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, tastings and small events. Tours and Libations Lounge hours are 1PM to 6PM

Travel Next

• Susquehanna Bus Lines offers daily service from Jim Thorpe, with ultimate destinations being New York City or Philadelphia, with several stops in between. As of 2023 and the prices are about $45 round-trip to Philly, and $65 r/t to NYC. Leave JT at 9AM or 5:30PM.Arrive from the cities at 11AM (P), 11:45 (NY) or 7:30PM (P), 8:15PM (NY).

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