What to do in Western Pennsylvania, PA

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Western Pennsylvania

Western Pennsylvania Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Western Pennsylvania has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Western Pennsylvania, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Western Pennsylvania with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Western Pennsylvania

Western Pennsylvania is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Western Pennsylvania, and make it a breeze to explore Western Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Western Pennsylvania to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Western Pennsylvania, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Western Pennsylvania.

Western Pennsylvania attractions

Western Pennsylvania has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Western Pennsylvania to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Western Pennsylvania.

Looking for things to do in Western Pennsylvania can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Western Pennsylvania or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Western Pennsylvania attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Downtown Pittsburgh

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

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North Shore

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.

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Shadyside

5/5(1 area review)

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

Shadyside
Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre featuring signage and interior views

Strip District

Strip District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre or Pittsburgh Opera.

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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.

Mount Washington

Day trip destinations from Western Pennsylvania