Jim Thorpe



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

Understand
This town was founded in the early 19th century and later renamed for the distinguished American athlete, Jim Thorpe, who excelled in football and 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 in Allentown. Lehigh Valley International is roughly a 30-minute 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 or Newark Liberty International Airport. 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 a day, with several stops in between. $42 one-way to New York City (3 hr 15 min), and $28 to Philadelphia (~3 hr) (Oct 2017). Buses stop at the, on 5 Lehigh St 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 car 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 car rentals, Enterprise has an office in nearby Lehighton

See
Walking around in Jim Thorpe and experiencing its rich history is a treat in itself. 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.



Buy
Downtown Jim Thorpe has over four dozen different shops and restaurants that cater to many budgets and tastes.

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



Go 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 2010, 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).