Alyssa & Neil
Things To Do
Duquesne Incline
Enjoy great views of the city while riding an old-style tram car up Mount Washington. $5 cash per person needed for round trip.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
This indoor and outdoor botanical garden is a great way to spend the afternoon.
Cathedral of Learning
The most iconic building at the University of Pittsburgh has "nationality rooms" modeled after classrooms from various countries around the world. The main study area is also said to look like Hogwarts!
Senator John Heinz History Center
Never been to Pittsburgh? Then the Heinz History Center will catch you up on all of Pittsburgh's past.
Point State Park
Head down to where the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers meet. Bikes are available for rent if you want to venture further out along one of the river trails.
The Andy Warhol Museum
Pittsburgh's most famous artist has his very own museum. Be sure to check out the balloon room!
Frick Park
Want to see where Neil and Alyssa got engaged?!?! This is the park! Lots of options for trail hikes and runs can be found here.
The Frick
The Frick is a museum dedicated to Henry Clay Frick and has rotating exhibits as well as tours available of the Frick's estate.
Carnegie Museum of Art and Natural History
Located in Oakland, this museum has a history as great as the exhibits inside. The building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
The Pittsburgh Zoo is one of only six major zoo and aquarium combinations in the United States. Located less than 10 minutes from the hotels!
National Aviary
Who knew the national aviary was located in Pittsburgh?!?
Heinz Field
Home field for both the Pittsburgh Steelers and University of Pittsburgh Panthers. There's a Steeler's home game on Sunday for those of you interested in staying.
Arsenal Cider House & Wine Cellar
Located the neighborhood of Lawrenceville, this craft cider house has outdoor space and food trucks for you to enjoy with your cider.
Grist House Craft Brewery
Lots of great beers on tap at Grist House and a rotating cast of food trucks. If the weather is nice, be sure to sit outside.
Spoonwood Brewing Company
This is Neil's favorite brewery in Pittsburgh - the "Cold Drip City" is a unique coffee-blonde ale.
Wigle Whiskey Distillery
Pittsburgh's only whiskey distillery located in the historic Strip District is a must for any whiskey lovers.
East End Brewery Tap Room
Another great brewery, just a few minutes from the church.
Hitchhiker Brewing - Brewery & Tap Room
Smaller brewery, but the brewers make some really high quality beer.
Smoke Barbeque Taqueria
No reservations available at this great restaurant in Lawrenceville, but you can grab a seat at the bar as an option.
Point Brugge Cafe
Alyssa's favorite menu item here are the mussels in the classic white wine, and we've never had a bad meal there.
Noodlehead
A go-to for Alyssa and Neil as it's right around the corner from their apartment. This is cash only, no reservations, BYOB place.
The Church Brew Works
A brewery/restaurant located in an old church; even if you just go look inside it's worth it.
Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
Alyssa and Neil's favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. Long lines at the typical times, but definitely worth the wait. BYOB
D's Six Pax and Dogz
Don't let the misspelling fool you, this place is great. A HUGE beer selection in the back - make your own six pack to take back home with you.
Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room
Brick oven pizzas right in the heart of downtown make this a great place to try if you're seeing the sights of "dahn-tahn" Pittsburgh.
The Fire Side Public House
Alyssa's sister, Caroline, LOVES the "Campfire Nachos" here - if you get them be sure to send her a picture!
Industry Public House
Another great spot in the Lawrenceville neighborhood, be sure to get their signature cocktail the "Smokestack".
Primanti Bros.
A Pittsburgh staple - don't make a rookie mistake like Neil did the first time he went. Fries and coleslaw come on the sandwich so no need to order a side of them.
Smallman Galley
This is a unique concept for restaurant start-ups. It's a great place to go if people want variety, there are four restaurants and a bar all under one roof.
täkō
Reservations necessary for this amazing taco place downtown.
Penn Avenue Fish Co
Alyssa loves the sushi at this strip district establishment. BYOB.
Bird On The Run
Just a few blocks from Alyssa and Neil's apartment, this fried chicken place is quickly becoming a new favorite. Don't forget to try one of their frozen cocktails!
People's Indian Restaurant
Our favorite Indian food in Pittsburgh! BYOB.
Ritter's Diner
Did you party a little too much on Friday night? Ritter's diner is a classic diner perfect for getting rid of hangovers. Cash only.
Pamela's P&G Diner
Another Pittsburgh staple, Pamela's is famous for their pancakes - the only pancakes than Neil enjoys. Cash only.
Coca Café
This place tends to get crowded during the brunch hours for good reason. We love the food here!
Millie's Homemade Ice Cream
It's dangerous to have such a good ice cream place so close to our apartment. Stop in for unique combinations like Alyssa's favorite: Vietnamese Coffee.
Dave & Andy's Homemade Ice Cream
If you're in Oakland you have to try Dave and Andy's ice cream. Be sure to get a cone and look for the M&M in the bottom. Cash only.
Mercurio's
Come for the gourmet Italian-style pizza, stay for the gelato. Alyssa's favorite is the Lemon Sorbet.
Sarris Candies
This is for all the sweet-tooths out there. About a 45 minute drive from the hotels, this candy place is a great place to pick up some car snacks for the drive home. Alyssa will tell you this is the best pistachio ice cream in Pittsburgh.
Soergel Orchards
Great place to go apple picking and pick up apple cider for the trip back. Also Neil and Alyssa's favorite popcorn kernels come from here!
La Casa Narcisi Winery
A favorite of Alyssa's sister and mom - definitely worth the drive if you're looking for a fun lunch spot on Saturday.