Jim Thorpe Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Jim Thorpe

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

Top Attractions in Jim Thorpe

Explore the best things to see and do in Jim Thorpe:

• ★Blue Mountain Ski Area
• ★Harry Packer Mansion
• ★Jim Thorpe Memorial
• ★Jim Thorpe River Adventures
• ★Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
• ★Mauch Chunk Museum
• ★Penn's Peak
• ★Pocono Whitewater Rafting

Where to Eat in Jim Thorpe

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Broadway Grille
• 🍴Macaluso's
• 🍴Molly Maguires Pub & Steakhouse
• 🍴Moya
• 🍴Through the Looking Glass

Where to Stay in Jim Thorpe

• 🏨Mary's Guesthouse
• 🏨Suites on Broadway
• 🏨The Harry Packer Mansion Inn
• 🏨The Inn at Jim Thorpe

Jim Thorpe Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 9 sections including: