Things to Do in Pittsburgh

Museums

  • Carnegie Museum of Art
  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History
  • Carnegie Science Center
  • Mattress Factory
  • Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
  • Senator John Heinz History Center
  • The Andy Warhol Museum
  • The National Aviary

Shopping

  • Lawrenceville
  • Shadyside
  • Southside Works

Restaurants

  • Cure: A popular eatery specializing in contemporary Mediterranean dishes made with ingredients from local farms.
  • Dish: An intimate restaurant offering delicious, authentic Sicilian specialities on the South Side of Pittsburgh.
  • GauchoAn Argentinian gem with patio seating full of wood-fired grilled meats, as well as salads & sides.
  • Mineo's: It's considered by most locals to be the best pizza in Pittsburgh. Aiello's, a few doors down, is also great!
  • Primanti's: Pittsburgh's most famous sandwich includes both French fries and coleslaw in its interior.
  • täkō: An exciting taqueria in downtown Pittsburgh serving high-quality Mexican street food and delicious cocktails.
  • Umi: This serene Japanese restaurant with tasteful decor and beautiful murals serves the best sushi in Pittsburgh.

Other Sights

  • Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines: Two famous cable-powered inclines offering fantastic views of Pittsburgh.
  • Pittsburgh Pirates & PNC Park: For baseball fans, there are home games every night from June 3rd until June 8th.
  • Rivers Casino Pittsburgh: If you feel like gambling, this casino offers slots, table games, and poker rooms.
  • The Strip District: This neighborhood might very well encompass everything that is Pittsburgh.
  • Three Rivers Arts Fest: An annual festival of music, arts, theater, and more running from June 3rd until June 12th.