Entertainment & Activities
National Aviary
700 Arch StA true local treasure. This park is great for kids of all ages, they have special seasonal days open also, great in the fall and at Christmas time
112 locals recommend
Kennywood
4800 Kennywood BoulevardA true local treasure. This park is great for kids of all ages, they have special seasonal days open also, great in the fall and at Christmas time
We have enjoyed summertime fun with our family here for many years. If your kids are younger, this place is the place to be. They have an amazing kids park featuring Storybook Village and Daniel Tiger area. The water park also has areas for kids of every age. Best part is, it's nice and shady, located in the woods, and you can bring in your own food!
66 locals recommend
Idlewild & SoakZone
2574 US-30We have enjoyed summertime fun with our family here for many years. If your kids are younger, this place is the place to be. They have an amazing kids park featuring Storybook Village and Daniel Tiger area. The water park also has areas for kids of every age. Best part is, it's nice and shady, located in the woods, and you can bring in your own food!
Home of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers football. Many summertime concerts played here also. Ask me for parking secrets for this venue when you arrive!
205 locals recommend
Heinz Field
100 Art Rooney AveHome of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers football. Many summertime concerts played here also. Ask me for parking secrets for this venue when you arrive!
Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates and summertime concerts, this stadium is known for it's stunning downtown views.
228 locals recommend
PNC Park
115 Federal StHome of the Pittsburgh Pirates and summertime concerts, this stadium is known for it's stunning downtown views.
Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins and many special events from concerts or headlining comedy shows.
93 locals recommend
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth AveHome of the Pittsburgh Penguins and many special events from concerts or headlining comedy shows.
Sightseeing
Best place to see the stunning view of Downtown Pittsburgh, from here you can ride the Duquesne Incline down to Station Square and enjoy nightlife and entertainment.
225 locals recommend
Mount Washington
Best place to see the stunning view of Downtown Pittsburgh, from here you can ride the Duquesne Incline down to Station Square and enjoy nightlife and entertainment.
Do you want to see downtown Pittsburgh from the water? It's an amazing time! Great for a date night, or a way to entertain the kids. They have tours that are informative, detailing the city architecture, or theme cruises.
You can also use these boats as transportation back and forth from Station Square to the big events across the river at the stadiums and avoid the traffic.
47 locals recommend
Gateway Clipper Fleet
350 W Station Square DrDo you want to see downtown Pittsburgh from the water? It's an amazing time! Great for a date night, or a way to entertain the kids. They have tours that are informative, detailing the city architecture, or theme cruises.
You can also use these boats as transportation back and forth from Station Square to the big events across the river at the stadiums and avoid the traffic.
This lookout view of Downtown faces straight to Point State Park. There have been many weddings here, and a perfect spot to enjoy fireworks.
26 locals recommend
West End - Elliot Overlook Park
This lookout view of Downtown faces straight to Point State Park. There have been many weddings here, and a perfect spot to enjoy fireworks.
Randyland is home of artist, Randy Gilson, Located in the Mexican War Streets district of Pittsburgh's Northside, the Randyland Courtyard is open most everyday from 10am and 7pm. Visitors are welcome to come and explore the public art displays in and around the property. Using paints, plants, plastic animals, yard sale finds and discarded construction materials, creator Randy Gilson has transformed his home and surrounding buildings into a colorful Pittsburgh Landmark. This vibrant set of buildings is a centerpiece that continues to attract both tourists and locals
129 locals recommend
Randyland
1501 Arch StRandyland is home of artist, Randy Gilson, Located in the Mexican War Streets district of Pittsburgh's Northside, the Randyland Courtyard is open most everyday from 10am and 7pm. Visitors are welcome to come and explore the public art displays in and around the property. Using paints, plants, plastic animals, yard sale finds and discarded construction materials, creator Randy Gilson has transformed his home and surrounding buildings into a colorful Pittsburgh Landmark. This vibrant set of buildings is a centerpiece that continues to attract both tourists and locals
Shopping
This is a Foodie Dream come True. Block after block of exciting markets, shops and restaurants, plus street vendors selling local fare featuring T-Shirts, Artwork and more.
This place is on our go-to list whenever we have out of town guests ourselves. It's a great way to spend a morning and afternoon!
244 locals recommend
Strip District
This is a Foodie Dream come True. Block after block of exciting markets, shops and restaurants, plus street vendors selling local fare featuring T-Shirts, Artwork and more.
This place is on our go-to list whenever we have out of town guests ourselves. It's a great way to spend a morning and afternoon!
Arts & Culture
The Andy Warhol Museum
117 Sandusky StLearn about the icon himself and see his work.
A green oasis in the middle of Pittsburgh's vibrant Oakland neighborhood, Phipps has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Visit to discover breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits, a nationally-recognized orchid collection, butterflies, botanical gardens, fun family activities and much more.
33 locals recommend
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: Center for Sustainable Landscapes
1 Schenley DriveA green oasis in the middle of Pittsburgh's vibrant Oakland neighborhood, Phipps has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Visit to discover breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits, a nationally-recognized orchid collection, butterflies, botanical gardens, fun family activities and much more.
Four floors of interactive exhibits, greats for kids of all ages and adults young at heart.
Sportworks is also located here, for active fun for kids to throw, kick and climb.
205 locals recommend
Carnegie Science Center
1 Allegheny AveFour floors of interactive exhibits, greats for kids of all ages and adults young at heart.
Sportworks is also located here, for active fun for kids to throw, kick and climb.
Interactive play for kids from MAKESHOP (a place to tinker with tools, a loom, sewing machine), an Art Studio, Water play area and more
122 locals recommend
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
10 Children's WayInteractive play for kids from MAKESHOP (a place to tinker with tools, a loom, sewing machine), an Art Studio, Water play area and more
Discover Science and wonders of the natural world. This is where the HUGE dinosaur bones are on display. They also have a beautiful Gem and Crystal room. There is something for everyone here.
225 locals recommend
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
4400 Forbes AveDiscover Science and wonders of the natural world. This is where the HUGE dinosaur bones are on display. They also have a beautiful Gem and Crystal room. There is something for everyone here.
Everything Else
Bicycle Heaven
1800 Preble AveThe World's largest bicycle museum and bike shop.
Parks & Nature
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
the PPG Regata is also held here every year as well as the Arts Festival.
151 locals recommend
Point State Park
601 Commonwealth PlServing as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
the PPG Regata is also held here every year as well as the Arts Festival.
Drinks & Nightlife
A City Square full of restaurants, bars and shops. Just a short walk from PPG Place, where the locals go to enjoy outdoor ice skating during winter months.
62 locals recommend
Market Square
A City Square full of restaurants, bars and shops. Just a short walk from PPG Place, where the locals go to enjoy outdoor ice skating during winter months.