Rebecca & Andrew
Things To Do
Senator John Heinz History Center
Discover 250 years of Pittsburgh history at the Heinz History Center, Pennsylvania's largest history museum & an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. Admission is free to all wedding guests on the day of the wedding. This is the location of the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.
Strip District
Filled with amazing shops, delicious food, live music, and more Steelers merchandise than you can imagine! Check out Penn Mac (The Pennsylvania Macaroni Company), The Pittsburgh Popcorn Company, and Mon Aimee Chocolat!
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Strip District
One of our personal favorites - this is a great place to grab a fantastic lunch! It all started during the Great Depression - with Joe Primanti operating a small sandwich cart in Pittsburgh's now-historic Strip District, an area that even in 1933 was a bustling hub of activity. Strong sales allowed Joe to open a storefront that year - feeding hungry truck drivers and shift workers at all hours of the day. Now a Pittsburgh famous establishment these are sandwiches you don't want to miss out on!
Pamela's Diner
Pamela's Diner is a prominent chain of diners in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. Its specialties are crêpe-style pancakes, omelets, and Lyonnaise potatoes. It is "treasured" and is considered to be in the "pantheon of pancake purveyors". In 2013, Pamela's Diner was featured by the Wall Street Journal in a "What to Do in Pittsburgh" feature story. Enjoy a big stack of pancakes and a hot cup of coffee before the big event!
Kelly O's Diner in the Strip
Owner Kelly O’Connor opened her first Kelly O’s Diner location in the North Hills 20 years ago, serving super-sized portions of classic diner fare, like Biscuits & Gravy, Belgian Waffles, breakfast burritos, and lunch offerings like burgers, Club sandwiches, and homemade haluski. A second location in the Strip District opened in 2012, making Kelly O’s a Pittsburgh staple. The restaurant was even featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
Coop De Ville
The newest hot spot in Pittsburgh! They have duck-pin bowling, billiards, antique arcade games, a coffee bar, and a tiki bar! If you're hungry this is a great place to grab dinner! Watch out for the Nashville Hot!
Wigle Whiskey Distillery
Wigle Whiskey (pronounced "wiggle") is an artisan small batch whiskey distillery in the Strip District neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Wigle was named for Phillip Wigle one of the leaders of the 1791 Whiskey Rebellion. Wigle Whiskeys are the flagship products of the Pittsburgh Distilling Company, LLC, which is entirely family owned and operated. Wigle began operations in 2011, and opened its doors to the public in March 2012. At that time, only two other distilleries existed in the rest of Pennsylvania. The founders of Wigle Whiskey were instrumental to the passage of Pennsylvania House Bill 242 in December 2011, establishing a new distillery license allowing craft distilleries to sell their own products onsite, which led to the growth of craft distilleries in Pennsylvania.
Southern Tier Brewery Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is the home of the first satellite brewpub from Southern Tier Brewing Co., which was founded in Lakewood, NY (less than 3 hours north of PGH) in 2002. They're known for brewing world-class hoppy ales and decadent dessert beers alike, but what many folks know them for is the experience they have when visiting the brewery. At STBC PGH, you can expect the full Southern Tier Experience.
Carnegie Science Center
Need something to entertain the kiddos during the day? Becca grew up with yearly passes to the Science Center- she spent a lot of time there having fun and learning with her family! Highly recommended for families with young children!
Klavon's Ice Cream Parlor
James and Mary Klavon first opened Klavon’s in 1923 as a neighborhood apothecary and ice cream shop. After years of serving the community, the shop closed in 1979 and sat dormant for two decades. When the old drugstore soda fountain was reopened in 1999, it was like stepping into a time capsule. James and Mary’s eight grandchildren and a cousin teamed up to transform the old pharmacy into a full-service ice cream parlor, conserving the original features that made it such a colorful place to visit.
Industry Public House
Industry Public House combines American comfort cuisine, artisanal cocktails and craft beer in a vintage-industrial inspired space. Upon entering you're visually drawn to the prohibition era style of architecture with modern-day accents. It takes the meaning of gastro pub to another level. One of Becca's favorite bars! She celebrated her 21st, 22nd, 23rd, and 25th birthday here! Amazing craft cocktails with down-to-earth vibes.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a Pittsburgh gem — a thriving oasis with many unique environments to explore. Begin your journey in their Welcome Center before entering the exquisite 1893 glasshouse with ever-changing displays. Then, continue on to the Tropical Forest Conservatory and the Center for Sustainable Landscapes, one of the greenest buildings on Earth. Let them indulge your senses with breathtaking seasonal flower shows and exhibits; groundbreaking sustainable architecture; gorgeous outdoor gardens and green rooftops; and a breathtaking collection of Chihuly glass.