Dustin & Kelly's Pittsburgh Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Check out one of Pittsburgh's most active and exciting neighborhoods. Experience over 20 blocks of Pittsburgh's finest dining, shops, entertainment, and even tattoo parlors. It is packed with anything and everything one could desire within walking distance. With its convenient location to downtown, endless activity, and easy incline access to Mt. Washington, home of the finest view of Pittsburgh, it's easy to see why so many are attracted to the Southside. If you are looking for things to do in the South Side, East Carson Street is quite an experience and would take some time to fully explore.
39 locals recommend
South Side
Check out one of Pittsburgh's most active and exciting neighborhoods. Experience over 20 blocks of Pittsburgh's finest dining, shops, entertainment, and even tattoo parlors. It is packed with anything and everything one could desire within walking distance. With its convenient location to downtown, endless activity, and easy incline access to Mt. Washington, home of the finest view of Pittsburgh, it's easy to see why so many are attracted to the Southside. If you are looking for things to do in the South Side, East Carson Street is quite an experience and would take some time to fully explore.
You could spend an entire day wandering up and down The Strip and still not see everything. Come hungry! This is where the original Primanti Bro’s restaurant is (beloved in Pittsburgh) as well as lots of different markets, venues and retail stalls.
244 locals recommend
Strip District
You could spend an entire day wandering up and down The Strip and still not see everything. Come hungry! This is where the original Primanti Bro’s restaurant is (beloved in Pittsburgh) as well as lots of different markets, venues and retail stalls.
Drink & Night Life
Journey down East Carson to the Hofbrauhaus! Get ready for some fantastic Veal and Schnitzel. And there are many choices in one-liter beers to help loosen one up. And don’t worry, you won't be the only one dancing around the restaurant and singing.
47 locals recommend
Hofbräuhaus Pittsburgh
2705 S Water StJourney down East Carson to the Hofbrauhaus! Get ready for some fantastic Veal and Schnitzel. And there are many choices in one-liter beers to help loosen one up. And don’t worry, you won't be the only one dancing around the restaurant and singing.
Birmingham Bridge Tavern
2901 Sarah StGreat beer selection and atmosphere for game days!
Food scene
It would be a shame to go to Southside and not visit Fatheads for enormous sandwiches.
41 locals recommend
Fat Head's Saloon
1805 E Carson StIt would be a shame to go to Southside and not visit Fatheads for enormous sandwiches.
Double Wide Grill
2339 E Carson StGreat food with some vegetarian options!
DELICIOUS tacos and amazing cocktails! The place is a bit small but worth the wait!
15 locals recommend
Doce Taqueria
1302 E Carson StDELICIOUS tacos and amazing cocktails! The place is a bit small but worth the wait!
Sightseeing
Phipps is a great place to see butterflies, botanical gardens, breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits. The experience can take between 1 1/2 hours to 4 hours.
202 locals recommend
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley DrivePhipps is a great place to see butterflies, botanical gardens, breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits. The experience can take between 1 1/2 hours to 4 hours.
The best way to see Pittsburgh from above the city. Take the incline from Station Square up 600 feet to the top of Mt. Washington to experience spectacular views!
49 locals recommend
Monongahela Incline
1870 PA-837The best way to see Pittsburgh from above the city. Take the incline from Station Square up 600 feet to the top of Mt. Washington to experience spectacular views!
Take a riverboat cruise to see Pittsburgh from its very own three rivers. Enjoy a dining or sightseeing cruise and learn about Pittsburgh's history.
47 locals recommend
Gateway Clipper Fleet
350 W Station Square DrTake a riverboat cruise to see Pittsburgh from its very own three rivers. Enjoy a dining or sightseeing cruise and learn about Pittsburgh's history.
Great place to get outdoors and see the city views. The fountain provides beautiful photos and place to hang out.
151 locals recommend
Point State Park
601 Commonwealth PlGreat place to get outdoors and see the city views. The fountain provides beautiful photos and place to hang out.
Come get a taste of your own ketchup at Heinz history center. This museum has lots to offer for all ages. Takes anywhere from 2-4 hours to complete.
127 locals recommend
Senator John Heinz History Center
1212 Smallman StCome get a taste of your own ketchup at Heinz history center. This museum has lots to offer for all ages. Takes anywhere from 2-4 hours to complete.
City advice
Getting around
The city of bridges is most accessible by car
Pittsburgh offers a bus service and a train (called the “T”). However, waiting for public transportation could take a big chunk of time away from seeing what you want to see. The “T” is fast but only takes you from Downtown to the North Shore and to Station Square (and further into the South Hills suburbs). A car or an Uber is the best way to go.
What to pack
Weather Extremes
Pack clothes for all types of weather. It can be sunny and 70 degrees in the morning and turn to 30 degrees and snow/rain by the evening.