Walk in Michael Scott’s Footsteps: ‘The Office’ Tour in Scranton

A Self-Guided Scranton Tour for the Most Die-Hard Fans of The Office

Updated for 2025

Are you a fan of the hit NBC show, The Office? Then you won’t want to miss this Scranton The Office self-guided tour, where you can visit iconic locations like Poor Richard’s Pub, the Steamtown Mall and Cooper’s Seafood. And it’s an easy day trip from Philadelphia or NYC!

I don’t know about y’all, but I have a serious addition to watching The Office over and over again. If you’ve never seen it, please, stop reading this and GO WATCH IT. Feel free to skip the episode entitled “Scott’s Tots” unless you can handle a major dose of cringe.

Because we are such big Dunderheads, we always hoped to visit Scranton, the Paris of northeastern Pennsylvania, to immerse ourselves in the world of Michael, Jim, Pam and Dwight. While in New York to speak at TBEX and our epic Niagara Falls adventure, we did what any superfan would do. We rented a car, bought a mustard-colored shirt and took The Jet Sisters show on the road to The Electric City!

Obviously, there were many, many quotes uttered. You don’t just watch a show 700 times and NOT memorize just about every line.

Hey Superfan! Need The Office gifts and merchandise? We’ve got a list of our favorites, from Dunder Mifflin shirts and mugs to the sparkly Prison Mike throw pillows you didn’t know you needed!

Where is Scranton?

Scranton, Pennsylvania, in the Lackawanna River Valley, is best known as the fictional home of Dunder Mifflin in the hit TV show The Office, but this former coal-mining hub has more than pop culture ties to offer. With a rich industrial history, charming architecture and a growing arts scene, Scranton blends blue-collar grit with unexpected character. Visitors can explore museums like the Electric City Trolley Museum, check out historic train cars at Steamtown National Historic Site or grab a bite at real-life spots featured on The Office. It’s a small city with big personality and plenty of quirky appeal. It’s just over 2 hours from both Philadelphia and New York City, making it an easy day trip from either location.

Was The Office Filmed in Scranton?

Most of The Office filming locations, including the office and the park, were filmed in Los Angeles. The show was just set in Scranton. However, they did a very good job at replicating small-town Pennsylvania and included many real-life businesses that you can visit on your own Scranton Office tour.

One of my favorite parts of The Office is how even though it’s filmed mostly in Los Angeles, they weave in so many tiny details that make it oh-so Lackawanna County. We found lots of these little Easter eggs just from our mini road trip to Scranton.

For example in “The Merger,” Dwight and Michael rap about Scranton’s reputation as the Electric City, and we never really gave any thought to the history. But electric lights were introduced in 1880 at Dickson Locomotive Works and a few years later, electric streetcars were operating all over town. The “Electric City” nickname stuck all these years later, and you can still see the bright Electric City neon sign downtown. What a reputation to uphold, and so funny that Dwight and Michael get to rap about it.

Does Dunder Mifflin Scranton Actually Exist?

Dunder Mifflin Scranton is a completely fictional company. However, the Pennsylvania Paper & Supply Company is housed in a building that fans will recognize as the iconic Dunder Mifflin tower, though the owners of the family business are quick to confirm that “we’re not the colorful oddballs of The Office“.

5 The Office Locations You Can Actually Visit in Scranton

Of course, we knew before we visited that most of the actual filming locations are in L.A., including the office park and just about everything else, but we’ve compiled a list of real locations you can find in Scranton. So if you’re in Philadelphia or NYC or the surrounding area, take an extra day to swing by and pay homage to Michael and Stanley, Jim, Dwight, Creed, Andy and Kelly… for your business paper needs. Check out the following locations for The Office in Scranton.

Poor Richard’s Pub

125 Beech St, Scranton, PA 18505

Before you stand in the parking lot looking confused like we did, Poor Richard’s Pub doesn’t look the same way as it does in the show. The scenes were filmed at Pickwick’s Pub in California, but the real pub is located inside a bowling alley. It’s worth a quick visit to snap a photo.

Don’t pull a “Roy” and destroy the place though – that really irritates the staff.

Cooper’s Seafood

701 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18509

How amazing is it that you can grab lunch in the same place Holly and Michael argued about Meredith’s ethics?! We don’t often see Cooper’s Seafood in the show, but the writers name-drop it a ton.

The real restaurant is a popular spot in town with a heavily seafood-focused menu and quirky decor. There’s a gift shop inside with tons of The Office merchandise. Even if you don’t eat here, it’s a good place to stop in and buy souvenirs, like Dundies, employee IDs and Dunder Mifflin s.w.a.g. (stuff we all get).

If you’re a super fan, visiting Scranton is a unique way to squeeze a little more life out of your obsession with The Office. One thing to note: there aren’t just tons of places to buy merch – honestly, we were lucky to find anything decent outside of Cooper’s gift shop. So if you are going, get your gear BEFOREHAND so you are prepared for anything. Like a “Michael Scott’s Dunder Mifflin Scranton Meredith Palmer Memorial Celebrity Rabies Awareness Pro-Am Fun Run Race For The Cure” or even a visit to Lake Scranton.

Feel free to shout, “I DECLARE BANKRUPTCY” or “THAT’S WHAT SHE SAID” while wearing a Michael Scott badge. Go ahead, let it all out. The Office Scranton

The Steamtown Mall

300 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503

The Steamtown Mall (now called the Marketplace at Steamtown) does exist, but you won’t find Victoria’s Secret or Jitterz (replaced by a candy store) inside. In fact, there are no major brand-name stores in the mall.

Sadly, it’s a relatively dead spot with a few shops but not a whole lot going on. BUT you will find the Scranton sign (from the opening of the show), and that alone makes it worth a visit.

There was no one around so we were able to act as ridiculous as we wanted without feeling too silly.

Alfredo’s Pizza Cafe

1040 S Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18505

Not to be confused with Pizza by Alfredo (a hot circle of garbage), this cafe is a must-do lunch spot for ‘The Office” fans. The Office Scranton

If you recall the episode “Launch Party,” Michael messes up a party by ordering from the wrong place, Pizza by Alfredo, which Kevin says “is like eating a circle of hot garbage.” Michael ends up taking the delivery boy hostage and eventually the employees order from the good pizza place, Alfredo’s Pizza Cafe.

In real-life Scranton, this classic Italian eatery offers a variety of salads, sandwiches, pastas and pizzas. We ate there and think Kevin was onto something. No hot garbage here!

Pennsylvania Paper & Supply

215 Vine St, Scranton, PA 18501

Unfortunately, Scranton Business Park and Dunder Mifflin don’t exist in real life, though many think the Pennsylvania Paper & Supply Company is the office for The Office. There is a little reminder at the very top of the tower – so look closely! The Off

We popped into Pennsylvania Paper & Supply in our Dwight gear and the employees were so friendly! They have signed photos from the cast and a real Dwight bobblehead from Rainn Wilson himself. And the company gives out free posters to all fans of the show.

Continue Your Scranton Office Tour

We only had a day for our tour of the Electric City, so we weren’t able to get to all locations mentioned in the show. Here are some additional places you can visit on your self-guided tour of The Office locations.

• Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour
• Anthracite Heritage Museum
• Electric City Trolley Museum
• The University of Scranton
• Scranton Letter Mural
• Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub
• Backyard Ale House
• The Bog
• Lake Wallenpaupack (a short drive away)

You can see a map with all of these locations (and more) on the Visit NEPA “The Office” Self-Guided Tour Map.

The Office Murals in Scranton

The saddest part about this tour? The two outstanding murals honoring The Office weren’t yet painted, so we didn’t get to check them out in person. But here are the details so you can!

The Office: The Story of Us Mural, 503 Lackawanna Ave

Downtown Scranton is home to a can’t-miss stop for fans of The Office – an enormous mural titled “The Office: The Story of Us.” Officially recognized by NBC, Peacock and all 17 cast members, this 86-foot-wide, 27-foot-tall tribute features fan-favorite characters and unforgettable scenes from the beloved series. As the only mural of its kind in the world, it’s a standout on both the Lackawanna County Mural Trail and any self-guided Office tour.

Dwight Schrute Mural, 1138 Capouse Avenue

On Capouse Avenue in Scranton, the Dwight Schrute Mural by artist Mike Trovato brings one of The Office’s most iconic characters to life in bold color and detail. This vibrant tribute captures Dwight’s oddball personality and beet-farming pride, making it a favorite stop for fans of the show. The mural is easy to find and hard to miss, standing out as both a work of art and a pop culture landmark. Surrounded by local shops and walkable streets, it’s a great spot for photos and a fun way to experience Scranton’s ties to the beloved series.

Is a Scranton “The Office’ Self-Guided Tour Worth It?

If we’re being honest, our favorite way to see Scranton is from the comfort of our couch, remote in hand. We’re glad we took this road trip, but would we do it again? Only if the original cast had some sort of epic reunion. Now that would be worth it.

Where to Stay in Scranton, Pennsylvania

If you’re heading into the Electric City to do some rapping of your own, or perhaps shopping at the Steamtown Mall, check out these hotels in the heart of the area.

• Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
• Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
• Fairfield Inn Scranton

Are you surprised to hear most of “The Office” wasn’t actually filmed in Scranton?