The Heinz History Center is Western Pennsylvania's largest history museum, located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. Affiliated with the Smithsonian, it offers engaging exhibits that explore over 250 years of regional history, including the city's industrial heritage, sports, and culture.
A stunning Victorian glasshouse located in Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park. Founded in 1893, it features beautifully curated indoor and outdoor gardens, seasonal flower shows, and exotic plant collections from around the world. After visiting Phipps, consider heading over to The Porch at Schenley for food and drinks and see the University of Pittsburgh's famous Cathedral of Learning!
Because who doesn't love dinosaurs? The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is famous for its incredible dinosaur exhibits, including one of the largest T. rex collections, plus cool displays of gems, wildlife, and fossils. When you visit the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, you can also see the Carnegie Museum of Art! (And we know Chris loves art museums!) The two museums share the same building, so one ticket gives you access to both. The museums are also a short distance from both Pitt and Carnegie Mellon campuses!
Located in Highland Park, it includes several themed areas like the African Savanna, Tropical Forest, and Water’s Edge, where you can see everything from lions and elephants to penguins and sharks.
A nine-hole walking course. (Chris was here.)
Indoor golf simulators.