WELCOME TO PITTSBURGH Forge your next adventure in the Steel City
Pittsburgh isn’t just a city – it’s a spark. A spark of vibrancy and culture that will set you on a path to discover something unexpected. And now it’s never easier than ever to forge your next adventure here, with direct flights from the UK and Ireland just waiting for you to book your trip. The region welcomes you with open arms and itineraries to fill your days. Pittsburgh International Airport’s award-winning new look is just a preview of this city on the rise. Once you see the skyline, you’ll wonder why you waited so long to visit. Museums that take your breath away, theatre that’s Broadwaycalibre, a culinary scene that will have you asking for seconds, and a sports scene
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that will make you a fan. You’ll find it all in Pittsburgh.
WORLD-CLASS ARTS & CULTURE A city of 90 neighbourhoods built by immigrants, Pittsburgh is a cultural melting
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pot that takes great pride in its arts scene.
There’s never a bad time to visit Pittsburgh,
Here, our history and culture don’t just
thanks to an annual events calendar filled
define us – they give us a strong foundation
with something for everyone. Whether it’s
so we can continue to look at what’s next.
Barrel & Flow, a festival that combines craft
You’ll find the cultures that built us exist
beer, Black culture, live music, art and food,
separately yet blend together seamlessly in a
or Chalk Fest, a free, family-friendly outdoor
way only Pittsburgh could accomplish.
art festival held each spring, you’ll always find
Across the region, world-class galleries and
a big event you can forge your trip around.
museums offer everything from cutting-
If you’re looking for events you won’t
edge to classic.
find anywhere else, come to the city in
Pop into the Andy Warhol Museum, take
the summer for Picklesburgh, a festival
a step back in time at the Heinz History
celebrating all things pickles that is
Center, or engage your sense of other-
constantly getting bigger and better with
worldly wonder at the Moonshot Museum.
each passing year.
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plenty of other teams that cater to all sporting interests. Spark your Pittsburgh pride by waving your Terrible Towel at Acrisure Stadium, especially when Renegade amps up the crowd, or grab an Iron City Beer as manytime hockey champions, the Pittsburgh Penguins, take to the ice at the PPG Paints Arena. Settle into your seat at PNC Park for skyline views and mouthwatering food – from popcorn and cracker jacks to the famous Renegade Hot Dog piled with pot roast, mini pierogies, pickles and onions. Or enjoy a view of the other side of the skyline at F.N.B. Stadium to cheer on the Riverhounds and Riveters.
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A city forged in steel, built with pride, and drenched in Black and Gold – you won’t find a sport city quite like Pittsburgh. In fact, you haven’t experienced the "true Pittsburgh" until you’ve been to a game in the city dubbed the City of Champions. Pittsburgh is home to three widely-known professional sports teams – the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates. All three play in the city's beloved black-and-gold garb, yet each team offers its own dynamic history of incredible moments and Hall of Fame players. Beyond the beaten path, the Steel City is also home to the Pittsburgh Riverhounds FC and Pittsburgh Riveters FC, along with STEELERS
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CULINARY SCENE With its vibrant and ever-evolving culinary scene, Pittsburgh has forged a reputation as a true gastro destination. The city continues to gain national recognition for its award-winning food scene. Over a dozen chefs have been named James Beard Award semi-finalists, including Kate Lasky and Tomasz Skowronski of Apteka and Bootsaba Tongdee of Pusadee’s Garden. The Steel City’s culinary minds will ignite your tastebuds – and we won’t blame you if you have to stop mid-bite to take it all in. Ready to experience Pittsburgh’s pallet? Check out Burgh Bits & Bites Food tours. With tours in eight different neighbourhoods throughout the region, its one of the most unique ways to explore our city and connect with our communities through food.
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DISCOVER AN URBAN OASIS Green spaces, riverside footpaths and trails for all skill levels – Pittsburgh will satisfy your love for the outdoors without having to stray too far from the city itself. Discover Pittsburgh’s great outdoors and urban sights throughout every season. When the weather warms up, Pittsburgh comes alive. Discover the new Arts Landing, a $31 million, four-acre park in the Cultural District featuring downtown’s first public playground, a performance stage and art installations. Then walk, jog, or bike ride along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, a scenic urban trail system that runs throughout the city. For those who want to go more with the flow, kayaking along Pittsburgh’s three rivers gives fabulous views of the city you wouldn’t otherwise experience.
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1 The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP Trail) is a premier cycling trail stretching roughly 150 miles and connecting Pittsburgh to Maryland.
The Clemente museum, founded in 2007, is dedicated to preserving the legacy of baseball legend and humanitarian Roberto Clemente.
Known as the "City of Bridges", Pittsburgh boasts 446 bridges.
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4 The Primanti Bros. sandwich was created in 1933 for hardworking truck drivers and market workers. Today it is a Pittsburgh icon.
5 Kayakers can paddle through downtown Pittsburgh and pass beneath iconic sister bridges
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Pittsburgh hosts the USA’s largest museum dedicated to a single artist, Andy Warhol, who was born in the city in 1928
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FOOD AND STORIES Join insightful ‘Burgh, Bits and Bites Food Tours in the Strip District or Lawrenceville and enjoy a taste of local history. burghfoodtour.com
OASIS OF CALM The beautiful Phipps and Botanical Gardens in Oakland hosts seasonal flower shows. phipps.conservatory.org
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The Andy Warhol Museum
Moonshot Museum
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PNC Park
Heinz History Center
Acrisure Stadium
PPG Paints Arena
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The Point
The Inclines Kennywood Amusement Park
Stay an extra day and visit nearby Laurel Highlands. See four Frank Lloyd Wright buildings and experience the thrill of a white water rafting tour. golaurelhighlands.com
SMALL TOWN AMERICA Explore quirky attractions, shop at small businesses and enjoy the rustic charm of agritourism in nearby Butler County. visitbutlercounty.com
WELL CONNECTED
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British Airways operates six direct flights a week from London Heathrow to Pittsburgh from April to October and four each week over the winter. Aer Lingus flies to Pittsburgh four times a week from Dublin.
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Ride thrilling roller coasters at Kennywood Amusement Park, a National Historic Landmark, which is more than 125 years old. kennywood.com
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DAYTIME: Start your trip with a view of the
DAYTIME: See where Pittsburgh got its spark at the Heinz History Center, which is home to six floors that capture the region’s heritage over hundreds of years. After, pop over to the Andy Warhol Museum, which honours the iconic artist's genre-defining pop art. And discover something new at the Kamin Science Center, with engaging demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and planetarium shows. EVENING: Head to PNC Park on the North Shore to take in a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game and enjoy the way the sun reflects on the skyline. Or see a show in the city's nearby Culture District, which offers musicals, stand-up comedy, improv, plays, dance and more across multiple venues.
DAYTIME: Start your day in Oakland, where the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning meets gorgeous flower shows at Phipps Conservatory at Botanical Gardens. Then, visit the Carrie Blast Furnaces, one of the Steel City’s National Historic Landmarks. Alternatively, head to Kennywood Amusement Park, where that steel industry heritage and Pittsburgh’s love of sports has been translated into attractions and rides. EVENING: Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail along Butler Street, the heart of Pittsburgh's trendy and vibrant Lawrenceville neighbourhood. Then head to Mount Washington for dinner with a city view at Altius, Monterey Bay Fish Grotto or Coughlin’s Law.
city skyline. The city’s historic Duquesne and Monongahela inclines climb to the top of Mount Washington and its overlooks, providing fabulous city views at any time of the day. Shop and have lunch at Station Square or in the Strip District. Then stroll through Point State Park and learn about the area’s French and Indian War heritage. Or take a bike ride at the start of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP). EVENING: Ignite your tastebuds with a locally-brewed craft beer. Pittsburgh has more than 40 breweries, including Cinderlands Warehouse and Sly Fox. Or try an award-winning, copperpot-distilled spirit at Wigle Whiskey in the Strip District.
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