Downtown Pittsburgh Travel Guide

Pittsburgh

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Stay near popular Downtown Pittsburgh attractions

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PPG Paints Arena

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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.
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Things to do

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Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

£22
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
This tour is the best tour for sports fans! Big fun guaranteed!

New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour for Sports Fans

£24
per adult
New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour for Sports Fans
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

£10
per adult
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

£55
per adult
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef
Make new friends as you learn the exciting history of whiskey in Pittsburgh

Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour

£36
per adult
Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour
JUST THE TOUR - An open top Double Decker Bus Sightseeing Tour of Pittsburgh.

JUST THE TOUR - Double Decker bus sightseeing tour of Pittsburgh.

£37
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
JUST THE TOUR - Double Decker bus sightseeing tour of Pittsburgh.
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Where to stay in Downtown Pittsburgh

Find the best Downtown Pittsburgh areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Oakland

Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum while in the area.

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Shadyside

Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Gallerie CHIZ while you're exploring the area.

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North Side

While you're in North Side, take in top sights like PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

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Mount Washington

Spend some time visiting places like Ohio River Valley 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.

Downtown Pittsburgh Travel Guide

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