Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
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Overview
There may be more beautiful cities than Pittsburgh, but few mix the seemingly contradictory aesthetics of filigreed beaux-arts elegance with muscular art-deco swagger. This is a city of stone and steel, with old public libraries and brick row houses beside wide bridges and towering skyscrapers. There's an old-school class to Pittsburgh's good looks, underlined by an attitude towards dining, drinking and the arts that is genuinely innovative.
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Best Things to Do
Take an incline up a hill. Enjoy work by Andy Warhol. Discover America's industrial origins. These are the most delightful things to do in Pittsburgh.
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Best Time to Visit
Summer, fall, winter, spring there's never a bad time to visit Pittsburgh. Here's how to make the most of your trip to the Steel City.
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Transportation
Though there are a ton of options when it comes to getting around Pittsburgh, the best and most successful way is to walk.
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Free Things to Do
It’s easy to discover this fantastic city without spending a dime.
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Best Neighborhoods
The Steel City boasts 90 some different districts, each with their own flavor. Here are the city’s best neighborhoods.
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Day Trips
From charming rural communities to expansive natural spaces, the best of Western Pennsylvania is yours to discover on a day trip from Pittsburgh.
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Traveling with Kids
From thrill rides at Kennywood to laser shows at the planetarium, Pittsburgh has plenty to keep kids smiling.
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