Things to do in Southwest Pennsylvania

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Duquesne Incline which includes a river or creek and a city
Duquesne Incline which includes a river or creek and a city
West End-Elliott Overlook Park showing landscape views, night scenes and a city
Downtown Pittsburgh which includes a city and street scenes
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium which includes a pond, rainforest and bird life

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Downtown Pittsburgh which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to Benedum Center or Heinz Hall might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

Downtown Pittsburgh
North Shore showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city

North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Andy Warhol Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at North Side Station.

North Shore
More from the National Aviary in Pittsburg.  Such an amazing place.

North Side

If you're spending time in North Side, check out sights like PNC Park or Ross Park Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

North Side
South Shore showing a city, landscape views and a river or creek

Mount Washington

Consider a visit to Ohio River Valley and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mount Washington. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station.

Mount Washington
The best sammiches in the city. Try the Pitts-burger.

Strip District

Travelers come to Strip District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre and Ohio River Valley while you're in town.

Strip District
This place is great! Great beer selection and pub menu. I tried the Fried Green Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Served with Tomato Soup and Homemade Garlic-Parm Fries. So delicious! You have to check out their grilled cheese menu! #delicious

Shadyside

Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Gallerie CHIZ while you're exploring the area.

Shadyside

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