Things to do in Pittsburgh
Andy Warhol Museum
Pop icon Andy Warhol called Pittsburgh home. Now Pittsburgh's home to one of the world's only museums dedicated to a single artist's work. From soup cans to impressions of Marilyn and Elvis, The Andy Warhol Museum, located on Pittsburgh's North Side, features permanent collections of art and archives. Temporary exhibitions, including the work of other artists, are presented on a regular basis. Call 412-237-8300 for more information.
117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Benedum Center for the Performing Arts
Pittsburgh’s magnificently restored 2,885-seat Benedum Center is home to opera, theater, dance, contemporary to classical music, and touring Broadway shows. Can be rented for private functions. Guided tours by appointment only. Call 412-456-2602 for more information.
719 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Byham Theater
An intimate 1,303-seat theater, the Byham is the only mid-sized performance hall in downtown Pittsburgh. The theater can be rented for live performances, lectures, meetings, motion picture exhibitions. Tours are available. Call 412-456-1377 for more information.
803 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Museum of Art / Carnegie Museum of Natural History
These two facilities together offer unique settings for corporate events and groups of up to 2,500, including the grand Music Hall Foyer. In-house catering and professional service from our special events staff are available. Call 412-622-3131 for more information.
4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Science Center
The perfect place for group visits or special events with over 300 hands-on exhibits. The UPMC Sports Works, Rangos Ominmax Theater, interactive planetarium, Miniature Railroad & Village, WWII submarine, River View Cafe’ and Xplor Store can all be found here. Call 412-237-3400 for more information.
One Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Christian W. Klay Winery
This Mountain top vineyard offers award-winning wines, a winery and a retail gift and wine shop. Located in a restored 1880s barn. Mystery dinner theater, wine and food events, weddings, custom labels, parties and hayrides are some of the events. Call 724-439-3424 for more information.
412 Fayette Springs Road, Pittsburgh, PA
Duquesne Incline
A Spectacular view can be seen from a century-old cable car traveling between West Carson Street and restaurants of Grandview Avenue. Open daily until 12:45am. Free parking at the lower station; group rates are available. Call 412-232-2000 for more information.
1220 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Fort Pitt Museum
Experience Pittsburgh's frontier past. Located on the original site of Fort Pitt, the museum is a collection of artifacts and interpretive exhibits telling the story of Pittsburgh's founding days and military history. Call 412-281-9284 for more information.
101 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA
Frick Art & Historical Center
Turn-of-the-century estate of industrialist Henry Clay Frick includes Clayton, a restored Victorian Mansion, Car and Carriage Museum, The Frick Art Museum, Greenhouse, Museum Shop and The Café. Tours of Clayton by reservation. The Frick Art Museum and Car and Carriage Museum are free of charge. Call 412-371-0600 for more information.
7227 Reynolds Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Gateway Clipper Fleet
America’s largest and most successful boat operation. Six excursion vessels of the Gateway Clipper Fleet tour the three rivers year-round. Each vessel is equipped with dining and meeting facilities. Call 412-355-7980 for more information.
9 Station Square Dock, Pittsburgh, PA
Harris Theater
This is an intimate movie house and downtown home of Pittsburgh filmmakers. T Call 412-471-9700 for more information.
809 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Hartwood Mansion
Scenic 629-acre Allegheny County Park and former Lawrence Family Estate, includes a magnificent 16th-century-style Tudor mansion filled with original English and American antiques; park also offers variety of seasonal activities. Call 412-767-9200 for more information.
200 Hartwood Acres, Pittsburgh, PA
Heinz Memorial Chapel
French Gothic masterpiece of stained glass, carved wood and stone. Call 412-624-4157 for more information.
1212 Cathedral of Learning, Pittsburgh, PA
Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation
This research institute presents exhibitions of botanical art history. Call 412-268-2434 for more information.
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild
MCG features year-round art exhibitions and classes in photography and ceramics. International jazz artists, ranging from classical to “avant garde”, are presented in our intimate music hall. Call 412-322-1773 for more information.
1815 Metropolitan Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Mattress Factory
A museum of contemporary art with galleries in two locations in the North Side’s Mexican War Streets. Commissions, exhibits and collects new site-specific installations that artists create in residency. Call 412-231-3169 for more information.
500 Sampsonia Way, Pittsburgh, PA
Monongahela Incline
The incline takes commuters and tourists to the top of Mount Washington to marvel at the view of downtown Pittsburgh. It is one of the few remaining inclines in the country. Call 412-442-2000 for more information.
8 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
National Aviary
“Get nose to beak with a flamingo.” Talk to a parrot. Travel the world at the National Aviary and visit over 600 exotic and endangered birds in natural habitats. Call 412-323-7235 for more information.
Allegheny Commons West, Pittsburgh, PA
Nationality Rooms
Twenty-six Nationality Classrooms that depict the city’s diverse ethnic heritage through authentic examples of architecture and décor from Eastern and Western Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Call 412-624-6000 for more information.
157 Cathedral of Learning, Pittsburgh, PA
O’Reilly Theater
Pittsburgh’s newest theater; new downtown home of the Pittsburgh Public Theater. Call 412-316-8200 for more information.
621 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Something’s Always Blooming at Phipps! The thirteen-room, Victorian glasshouse in Schenley Park is open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday 9am – 5pm; closed Mondays. Call 412-622-6914 for more information.
One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Photo Antiquities Museum of Photographic History
View displays of the evolution of photography through vintage photographs, photographic viewing devices and antique cameras. We offer an extensive Civil War collection, as well as focus areas in Pittsburgh History and Native American Portraits. Call 412-231-7881 for more information.
531 E. Ohio Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
Annual programs such as the Nutcracker, Carmina Burana, Coppelia, Cinderella and Brand New Day offered each year. Check with us for new and upcoming performances.
2900 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Broadway Series
The best of Broadway on the road! Call 800-828-9200 for more information.
719 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
Pittsburgh’s most provocative gallery presents regional, national and international contemporary art year-round. Visit our shops at Station Square, One Oxford Center, the Galleria in Mt. Lebanon and at the Center for the Arts in Shadyside for beautiful handmade gifts: ceramics, jewelry, hand-blown glass and more. Call 412-361-0873 for more information.
6300 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Children’s Museum
Three floors of hands-on fun for the whole family! Unique place for meetings and after-hours social and business functions. Catering available. Call for more information. Call 412-322-5058 for more information.
10 Children’s Way, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera
Enjoy the best of Broadway all summer plus the Dickens classic, A Musical Christmas Carol, each December Call 412-281-3973 for more information.
719 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Filmmakers
Presenting the best independent American and foreign films and displays the work of many prominent photographers each year. Call 412-681-5449 for more information.
477 Melwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Symphony
One of the world’s great orchestras makes its home in Pittsburgh’s premier theater, Pittsburgh Symphony Heinz Hall. Concerts and performances include the Mellon Grand Classics Series under the direction of Music Director Marvin Hamlisch, Broadway shows and popular entertainers. Discounts available to conventions and meeting attendees. Dinner and reception space available. Curtain Call, The Pittsburgh Symphony Store, is located directly across from the Hall and features gifts, CD's, videos, scores, books and a Cafe. A must see for visitors. Call 412-392-3320 for more information.
600 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium
Exotic animals in naturalistic exhibits can be seen here. This is Pennsylvania’s only major aquarium plus one of the top three children’s zoos in the nation. Call 800-474-4966 for more information.
One Wild Place, Pittsburgh, PA
Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area
Take your group on a big steel journey. Call 412-464-5119 for more information.
338 E. Ninth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Sandcastle Waterpark
Pittsburgh’s wettest and wildest summer fun spot, just minutes from Downtown. Offering 15 major waterslides surrounded by a giant Lazy River, kiddie and adult activity pools, a Boardwalk with eateries, Formula 1 Speedway, and a wave pool. Call 412-462-6666 for more information.
1000 Sandcastle Drive, Pittsburgh, PA
Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center
Five exciting floors showcase 250 years of incredible Western PA history. Restored trolley, beautiful exhibit on glassmaking, interactive children’s Discovery Place, changing exhibits, holiday displays. Library, gift shop, café and convenient parking Call 412-454-6338 for more information.
1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Station Square
A historic 52-acre riverfront complex, formerly the Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad, is only a short five-minute walk from the heart of the city of Pittsburgh. Home to over 40 specialty shops, 18 restaurants, riverfront hotel, riverboat cruise line, entertainment/ nightclubs with two adjoining inclines. Station Square has initiated a $71 million redevelopment project. Located at The Shops at Station Square. Call 800-859-8959 for more information.
The Pittsburgh Creche
This is the world’s only replica of the Vatican Creche, found at USX Plaza. Christmas carols and lights can be seen 24 hours a day. On display from Light-Up Night (mid-November) through Epiphany. Sponsored by Christian Leaders Fellowship. Call 412-456-3021 for more information.
111 Blvd. of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA
The Western Pennsylvania Museum Council
This is a consortium of over 75 museums located west of the Allegheny Mountains. Its mission is to inform the public about the museums value and diversity. Call 412-487-5354 for more information.
1318 Lindbergh Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
The Wood Street Galleries
This gallery hosts local and international artist. Admission is free to the public. Call 412-471-5605 for more information.
601 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, PA