As the largest metro near my partner’s hometown, I’ve spent a decent amount of time in Pittsburgh. It’s a charming little town with a few skyscrapers and universities, but lots of character and grit. If you’re heading there soon, here are my favorite things to do, see, eat, and drink in Steel City.
Let the kiddos explore the Carnegie Science Center.
See a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game at PNC Park or cheer on the Pittsburgh Steelers football team at Heinz Field.
Make pop art at the Andy Warhol Museum.
Enjoy a picnic at Point State Park Fountain.
Feast simply at Meat and Potatoes.
Take in the views from the Sienna Mercato rooftop bar.
Get the meat sweats at Emporio: a Meatball Joint.
Wander north on Penn Avenue to explore the markets and shops.
Sip a flight at Wigle Whiskey Distillery.
Taste what Maggie’s Farm Rum Distillery has to offer.
Be irreverent at The Church Brew Works.
Grab a drink at Arsenal Cider House.
Try a new varietal at Engine House No. 25 Wines Tasting Room.
Binge on beer at Burgh’ers Brewing Lawrenceville or one of the many breweries in the city.
Indulge in a lobster roll at Merchant Oyster Co.
Imbibe a fancy cocktail at Industry Public House.
Win a board game at Phantom in the Attic.
Rekindle your love of learning at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Carnegie Museum of Art.
Explore around Carnegie Mellon University.
Stop and smell the roses at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
Step back in time at The Frick Pittsburgh.
Ride up the mountain in the Monongahela or Duquesne Inclines.
See a show at The Rex Theater.
Ride a coaster at Kennywood.
If you want a customized list for your crew, you know where to find me.