Gina & Ben
Pittsburgh
Mattress Factory
This art museum, originally built in the former Stearns & Foster mattress warehouse, describes itself as more of an art laboratory where you can walk through a collection of buildings full of art installations.
The Andy Warhol Museum
The Andy Warhol Museum, which is one of the four Carnegie museums in the city, features works and historical information about Andy Warhol, who was born in Pittsburgh. Check out the museum to see Gina's favorite installation, "Silver Clouds."
The Milk Shake Factory (Downtown)
The Milkshake factory has several locations throughout the city where you can get regular and dairy-free milkshakes in a variety of flavors. If you're craving something sweet, it's definitely worth checking out.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Part garden, part art exhibit (look for the glass sculptures and historic statues that are on permanent display throughout the different rooms), this conservatory is one of our favorite places in Pittsburgh.
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Oakland
Primanti Bros. is a Pennsylvania delicacy, and there are several locations throughout the area. You have to try one of their sandwiches, which include french fries and coleslaw as toppings.
Duquesne Incline
Pronounced Dew-cain, the incline is another Pittsburgh must-do. Take the incline up and down the hill (this address will take you to the Station Square parking garage, which is near the lower end of the incline) to get a great view of the city.
Market Square
Visit Market Square and stop by Nicholas Coffee & Tea Co. to get a unique flavored coffee to bring home.
Strip District
Visit The Strip to check out specialty grocers, produce stands, meat and fish markets, bakeries, sidewalk vendors, and restaurants. Stop by Roland's for a lobster roll, Enrico Biscotti Co. for Italian pastries, Penzey's for spices, and any sidewalk vendor for Pittsburgh merch.