Downtown Pittsburgh Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Market Square
Giant games, fun activities, restaurants and shops fill this lively pedestrian piazza at the core of the city.
Point State Park
Sunbathe in the shallows beneath the giant fountain, walk the riverside trails and explore the rich history of Pittsburgh in one of the city’s favorite parks.
Benedum Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Benedum Center during your stay in Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre
Explore 250 years of Pittsburgh’s past at the largest history museum in Pennsylvania.
U.S. Steel Tower
U.S. Steel Tower is just one of the places to see in Pittsburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Pittsburgh City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by 3Quest Challenge
Pittsburg Prowl Scavenger Hunt
Prowl Pittsburg Scavenger Hunt
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Whiskey Walking Tour
Pittsburgh’s Family Treasures An Urban Exploring Adventure
Top hotels in Downtown Pittsburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Pittsburgh
North Shore
Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.
Bluff
Visitors to Bluff like its bars and live music, and A.J. Palumbo Center is a sight worth a stop.
Crawford-Roberts
If you're spending some time in Crawford-Roberts, St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Freedom Corner Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
Allegheny Center
While visiting Allegheny Center, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and National Aviary.
South Side Flats
South Side Flats is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rex Theater, a top place to visit in the area.
Mount Washington
Spend some time visiting places like Patrick Fagan Overlook while getting to know Mount Washington, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station to see more of the area.