Megan & Matthew
Things To Do
Duquesne Incline
Take a ride on a Pittsburgh staple in this century-old cable car and see the best views of downtown Pittsburgh.
Market Square
Market Square is the center of all things Christmas...outdoor Christmas markets, outdoor ice skating rink, pop up Christmas bars and lots of great restaurants.
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
Check out these beautiful museums started by Andrew Carnegie.
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Take a ride on the ferry to see Pittsburgh's skyline from the water!
Strip District
Lined with converted warehouses, the hip Strip District has a vibrant mix of old-style grocers and gourmet food shops, artisan/furniture stores, plus upbeat bars, classic Italian eateries and sandwich places. Be sure to check out Pamela's Diner, which serves the most popular pancakes in Pittsburgh. President Obama even had the chef flown out to the White House to have the pancakes!
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: Center for Sustainable Landscapes
Beautiful conservatory with a huge Christmas lights show...a Pittsburgh favorite.
The Frick Pittsburgh
Historic home of the Frick family and art museum. There's also a beautiful cafe that serves delicious lunches and high tea.
Shadyside
Great area of town for shopping, drinks and food...more of a young professional vibe.
South Side
This area is perfect for the more adventurous guests that want to see the real bar and club scene in Pittsburgh!
The Speakeasy
Speakeasy bar with wonderful cocktails right in the William Penn Hotel. Did you know the term speakeasy was actually first coined in the Pittsburgh area in the 1880s? You can still see the secret exit doors that were used during the Prohibition era.
Point State Park Fountain
The point of the three rivers in Pittsburgh...and the site of the city's main Christmas tree and largest fountain. The views are definitely worth the walk!
Cathedral of Learning Christmas Rooms
This University of Pittsburgh landmark boasts nationality rooms from all over the world that are designed in the traditional architecture of each country. Each Christmas, the local Pittsburgh chapter decorates their respective country's rooms with treasured artifacts from their country. It's always on the list for any Pittsburgher each holiday season!