Welcome to Tamaqua Station

The vibrant center of a dynamic community

“Railway stations are our gates to the glorious and unknown.
Through them we pass out into adventure and sunshine…”

– E. M. Forster

Choose Happiness

Our Vision: To be a town where people care if you are happy.
Be sure to visit our website, Tamaqua Choose Happiness to explore so many more of the possibilites available to you here.

Gateway to Adventure

Stop in the Visitors Center. Learn about the remarkable diversity of historic, recreational and cultural attractions to be seen in the Schuylkill River Greenways National & State Heritage Area.

Concert Venue

Celebrate summer with a concert on the platform at The Station. Sponsored by the Tamaqua Chamber, the show is free for all ages. Thursdays in summer, 6:30 to 8 pm. See who is playing.

Special Occasion Photos

More memorable images of many special family occasions are being captured at The Station on the platform and inside this historic structure. Both amateur and professional photographers welcome.

Take a Ride on the Reading

Climb aboard at Tamaqua Station to ride roundtrip along the scenic Reading and Northern mainline to Jim Thorpe. Other special train excursions are available throughout the year. Schedules and tickets.

Make the Tamaqua Station Restaurant your first stop for fine food and spirits.

Check out the great food, great service and great atmosphere.

Convenient parking available in the lot directly across the tracks in front of the train station.

Restaurant reservations recommended.
For reservations call 570-668-3800