Things To Do
Primanti Bros.
The original location for the classic Pittsburgh sandwich. The #2 best seller is the cheesesteak - ask them what the #1 bestseller is! While you're here, take a walk down Liberty and Penn Avenues in the heart of the Strip District to find street vendors, markets, and international groceries.
Carnegie Museum of Art
Katherine's place of employment when she met Mike and a world-renowned institution. There's also lots to explore in the surrounding neighborhood of Oakland, home to both the University of Pittsburgh - Mike's alma mater - and Carnegie Mellon University. Mike recommends seeing the Cathedral of Learning and Phipps Conservatory.
The Andy Warhol Museum
Another recommendation from Katherine, the Warhol features a permanent collection of works by Pittsburgh's most notable artist as well as rotating exhibitions featuring contemporary artists influenced by his legacy.
PNC Park
Regularly voted the most beautiful ballpark in the majors. If the Pirates aren't in town, explore the North Shore via the walking and biking trails that take you along the banks of the city's iconic three rivers. Walking bridges span the water at regular intervals, taking you over to Point State Park and Station Square.
Duquesne Incline
Ride the incline to the top of Mt. Washington and take in the truly incredible skyline of downtown Pittsburgh. Walk down Grandview Avenue and stop for lunch or a drink along Shiloh Street.
Gooski's
Pittsburgh has LOTS of great dive bars. This is a good one.
Hop Farm Brewing Company
Just one example of the Pittsburgh craft brewing scene. Also check out Dancing Gnome, Brew Gentlemen, Voodoo, and a ton more. You can also walk down Butler Street, where Hop Farm is, to take in the trendy neighborhood of Lawrenceville. Just about every door you pass will feature top-notch food, creative cocktails, or boutique shopping.
APTEKA
Pittsburgh was built and inhabited by blue-collar immigrants, and APTEKA serves classic Eastern European fare - with the slight difference that everything on the menu is vegan. Great food in a cool atmosphere.
Morcilla
A top restaurant in Lawrenceville, Morcila serves Spanish pintxos and tapas from award winning Pittsburgh chef Justin Severino.
Triangle Bar and Grill
For a more laid-back lunch and a true Pittsburgh experience, order a battleship sub at the Triangle. Located in Swissvale, three generations of Yazvacs have been coming here. Also a Thrillist Top 33 sandwiches of America.