Veronica & Ian
Things To Do
Strip District
(Located on a narrow strip of land in a flood plain, scenic neighborhood features historic points of interest such as Senator John Heinz Regional History Center and Pennsylvania Railroad Fruit Auction Building.Cited from trip advisor. )Tons of special/ local vendors and shops- one of Veronica’s personal favorites!
Moraine State Park
A very pleasant place to go out and swim on the beach or take a hike in the woods surrounded by nature.
Sebco Pool
The hometown favorite pool of Saxonburg located in the Cabot area to swim and bring the family along to have a good time and soak up the sun for the afternoon.
Ross Park Mall
The largest mall and strip mall area in Western PA that guarantees a good shopping experience for those looking to spend a little.
Starlight Drive-In
An old classic from the groom to go spend an evening watching a movie outside in the nice grass with excellent concessions and up to date movies with a classic nostalgic feeling that you’ll always remember.
Family Bowlaway Fun Center
A fun place to bring the family and have a fun time bowling. Also located right next to it is the 11th frame bar where you can grab a drink.
Carnegie Science Center
Located next to Carnegie Art Museum, this is a great combination of how to learn more about Pittsburgh and it’s scientific discoveries over the past decades.
UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex
A fun place to take the family for a day on the ice. It’s a cool refreshing way to enjoy the summer and ice skate at the same time!
North Park
And excellent, 5 mile long excursion of fun activities located in Allison Park including parks for kids, zip-lining, BBQ restaurants, batting cages, and the local North Park Pool.
Cathedral of Learning
The Cathedral of Learning is a building that serves as the centerpiece of the University of Pittsburgh's main campus in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Standing at 535 feet (163 m),[6] the 42-story Late Gothic Revival Cathedral is the tallest educational building in the Western hemisphere and the second-tallest university building (fourth-tallest educationally-purposed building) in the world. Cited from Wikipedia. PS: Veronica took most of her classes in grad school at this building!!
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Carnegie Museum of Art
Mount Washington
Charming Mount Washington is known for its panoramic city views, from spots including Grandview Avenue’s Restaurant Row, home to upscale seafood and Italian restaurants. The Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines are funiculars that climb the hill to lookouts like Grandview Overlook. Point of View Park has a bronze sculpture of George Washington with Seneca leader Guyasuta, while Emerald View Park is laced with trails.
Station Square
Located on the riverfront in the center of Pittsburgh, this historic district features a variety of ethnic restaurants, boutiques and specialty stores. Cited from trip advisor
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Gorgeous indoor botanic garden with both all year round and special seasonal exhibitions.
The Andy Warhol Museum
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Kennywood Park
National Aviary
Senator John Heinz History Center
Mattress Factory Museum
The paradise for modern art lovers, lots of fun streets and neighborhood you can explore around the museum too.