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Things to see in Pittsburgh (United States): 52 places and when to go
Pittsburgh is a major city in United States with around 1,838,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 52 places in and around it, mainly History (18), Food and drink (15), Architecture (9). The best known are Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Andy Warhol Museum. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 40.4319, -80.0019
- Population
- About 1,838,000
- Places
- 52 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (18) · Food and drink (15) · Architecture (9) · Hiking (7) · Museums and art (5) · With kids (5)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 494 km as the crow flies
What to see in Pittsburgh
The places in and around Pittsburgh, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Carnegie Museum of Natural HistoryNatural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States4.6 km
- Carnegie Museum of ArtMuseum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania4.6 km
- The Andy Warhol MuseumArt museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania1.8 km
- Allegheny ObservatoryHistoric observatory of the University of Pittsburgh5.9 km
- Cathedral of LearningAcademic skyscraper at the University of Pittsburgh4.4 km
- Pittsburgh Zoo & AquariumNon-profit organization in the USA9.1 km
- Kamin Science CenterScience and technology museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania2.0 km
- St. Paul CathedralChurch in Pennsylvania, United States4.7 km
- Allegheny CemeteryCemetery in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States6.4 km
- Heinz Memorial ChapelNon-denominational chapel of the University of Pittsburgh4.5 km
- KennywoodAmusement park in Pennsylvania13 km
- National AviaryThe only independent indoor nonprofit aviary in the United States2.5 km
- The Frick PittsburghCluster of museums and historical buildings in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania8.7 km
- USS RequinUS Navy diesel-electric submarine (1945-1968)2.0 km
- Duquesne InclineFunicular in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania1.6 km
- Claysville S BridgeHistoric S bridge in Pennsylvania, US44 km
- Dunlap's Creek BridgeBridge in United States of America47 km
- Sandcastle WaterparkWater park in West Homestead, Pennsylvania7.3 km
- Sycamore IslandRiver island in Pennsylvania, United States14 km
- Bailey Covered BridgeBridge49 km
- Brownsville BridgeBridge in United States of America47 km
- Emerald View ParkRegional park in Pittsburgh, PA877 m
- Henry Covered BridgeBridge26 km
- Hughes Covered BridgeBridge48 km
And the other 28, by what you come to do:
- History: Hundred Acres Manor Haunted House, Leatherman Covered Bridge, McKeesport National Bank, Cerl Wright Covered Bridge, Wilson's Mill Covered Bridge
- Food and drink: Bethel Beer and More, Black Dog Winery, Brew Gentlemen, Chimera Brewing Company, City Winery, Dancing Gnome, East End Brewing Company, Fred Fox Winery and Lounge, Grist House Craft Brewery, Hitchhiker Brewing Company, KingView Meadhouse & Winery, Old Thunder Brewing Company, Refucilo Winery, Spoonwood Brewing Company, Squatch Brewing
- Hiking: Butler Freeport Trail, Montour Trail, Murrysville Area Hiking Networks, Norwin Area Hiking Networks, Pittsburgh Area Hiking Network, West. Heritage Trail, WH Trail
- With kids: Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
When to go to Pittsburgh
The best time to visit Pittsburgh is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:25
- FebPossible10:27
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:05
- MayBest time14:15
- JunBest time14:52
- JulBest time14:37
- AugBest time13:36
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:54
- NovPossible9:42
- DecPossible9:08
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08. In April, 52 of the 52 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Pittsburgh
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 494 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Sewickley5 places20 km
- Tarentum7 places27 km
- Burgettstown13 places32 km
- Rostraver5 places32 km
- South Greensburg9 places42 km
- Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania9 places45 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Pittsburgh?
The best known: Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum, Allegheny Observatory, Cathedral of Learning. In all, 52 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Pittsburgh?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 52 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08.
How do you get to Pittsburgh?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 494 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Pittsburgh as the destination and these 52 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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