Pittsburgh area
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Pittsburgh area
Locals say Pittsburgh · “Steel City”, “The Burgh”, “City of Bridges”
Three rivers, endless bridges, and a big heart
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Welcome to the Burgh! Whether you're here for the steel history, the sports, or just the friendly folks, you'll find a city with real character. Grab a Primanti's sandwich and take a ride up the incline to see why we love this place.
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Things to do
- Point State Park Park at the confluence of three rivers with a famous fountain
- Duquesne Incline Historic cable car with panoramic city views
- Monongahela Incline Oldest continuously operating incline in the US
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Victorian glasshouse with themed gardens
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History Home to one of the world's largest dinosaur collections
- Andy Warhol Museum Largest museum dedicated to a single artist
- Outdoors Hiking in Frick Park
- Outdoors Biking the Great Allegheny Passage
- With kids Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
- With kids Carnegie Science Center
- Evenings Bar hopping in Lawrenceville
- Evenings Live music at Stage AE
- Locals love Neighborhood dive bars
- Locals love Riverfront trails
Through the year
- Three Rivers Arts Festival June Multi-day arts festival in Point State Park and Gateway Center
- Pittsburgh Marathon May Marathon and half-marathon through city streets
- Picklesburgh July Pickle-themed food festival with vendors and music
- Dollar Bank Three Rivers Regatta July Boat races and fireworks on the rivers
- Light Up Night November Downtown holiday tree lighting and fireworks
Pittsburgh has four distinct seasons: cold winters, warm summers, and pleasant springs and falls. The best time to be out is late spring and early fall. Best: Spring and fall are mild with low humidity, perfect for exploring the city.
Talk like a local
- “Yinz”
- You all (plural you)
- “Gumband”
- Rubber band
- “Redd up”
- Clean up or tidy
- “Jagoff”
- Annoying or foolish person
Getaways
- Ohiopyle State Park Whitewater rafting, hiking, and waterfalls
- Fallingwater Frank Lloyd Wright's famous house on a waterfall
- Moraine State Park Lake for boating, fishing, and lakeside trails
- Morgantown College town with WVU sports and lively bars
Local flavour
Teams
- Pittsburgh Steelers NFL
- Pittsburgh Penguins NHL
- Pittsburgh Pirates MLB
- Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Division I
- Duquesne Dukes NCAA Division I
- Robert Morris Colonials NCAA Division I
- Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC USL Championship
Eat and drink
- Primanti Brothers sandwich Fries and coleslaw on the sandwich
- Pierogies Eastern European dumplings, a local staple
- Kielbasa Smoked sausage, often served with pierogies
- Pittsburgh salad Salad topped with french fries
- Chipped chopped ham Thinly sliced deli ham, a local specialty
- Cookie table Wedding tradition with a large spread of homemade cookies
- Iron City Beer Local beer brand
Where people go
- Bridges and river confluences The three rivers meet at the Point; over 446 bridges
- Inclines (Duquesne and Monongahela) Funicular railways up Mount Washington
- Historic industrial sites and steel museums Remnants of the steel industry, like the Carrie Furnace
- Neighborhood markets like the Strip District Vibrant open-air markets and shops
- Mount Washington overlook Scenic viewpoint with panoramic city views
Heritage and traditions
Pittsburgh takes pride in its resilient blue-collar heritage, iconic bridges, and passionate sports culture, all set against a backdrop of rolling hills and three rivers.
This time of year in Pittsburgh area
- Little Italy Days October Celebrates Italian-American culture in Bloomfield.
Say it like a local: “yinzer” — A term of endearment for a friend
Festivals
- Pittsburgh Irish Festival September Celebrates Irish heritage with music, dance, and food.
- Pierogi Fest Summer A celebration of the city's Polish dumpling tradition.
- Three Rivers Arts Festival June Multi-day arts festival in Point State Park.
- Pittsburgh Blues Festival July Features local and national blues acts.
- Little Italy Days October Celebrates Italian-American culture in Bloomfield.
- Greek Food Festival May Orthodox church festival with Greek cuisine and dancing.
Landmarks with a story
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History World-renowned dinosaur collection and cultural exhibits.
- Andy Warhol Museum Largest museum dedicated to a single artist, in his hometown.
- Point State Park At the confluence of three rivers, site of Fort Pitt.
- Duquesne Incline Historic cable car offering panoramic views.
- Heinz Memorial Chapel Gothic-style chapel on the University of Pittsburgh campus.
- Senator John Heinz History Center Museum of Western Pennsylvania history and sports.
Food traditions
- Pierogi making Eastern European tradition, often homemade for holidays.
- Chipped chopped ham A deli staple, sliced thin for sandwiches.
- Cookie tables at weddings A Pittsburgh custom with dozens of cookie varieties.
- Primanti Brothers sandwich Fries and coleslaw on the sandwich, a local icon.
- Kielbasa and sauerkraut Polish heritage dish, especially around Christmas.
Music and arts
- Pittsburgh jazz scene Birthplace of jazz greats like Erroll Garner and Billy Strayhorn.
- Steel city blues Blues tradition rooted in industrial working-class culture.
- Heavy metal and rock Home to bands like Poison and The Clarks.
- Folk and Celtic music Strong Irish and Scottish heritage influences.
A little history
- Late 19th–20th century Steel industry boom
- 1758 Fort Pitt founded by British
- Founded 1758 Three Rivers confluence shaped city
- Late 1800s Carnegie and Mellon industrial empires
- 1980s Steel industry decline and economic revitalization
Rivalries
- Steelers vs Ravens Fierce AFC North football rivalry
- Penguins vs Flyers NHL rivalry with frequent playoff clashes
- Pitt vs West Virginia Backyard Brawl college football rivalry
- Pirates vs Reds NL Central baseball rivalry with historic roots
- Game day Terrible Towel waving
- Game day Penguins hockey fever
- Outdoors Hiking in Frick Park
- Outdoors Biking the Great Allegheny Passage
- With kids Riding the Duquesne Incline
- With kids Visiting Kennywood Park
Pittsburghers speak with a distinctive accent, dropping 'to be' (e.g., 'the car needs washed') and using local terms like 'gumband' and 'bubbler.'
Only here
- The city has more bridges than Venice, Italy.
- The 'Pittsburgh Left' is a driving maneuver at intersections.
- The Inclines are among the steepest in the world.
- The city's three rivers meet at Point State Park.
New here? A few tips
- Learn to say 'yinzer' and 'gumband' to fit in.
- Use the 'T' for public transit; parking is tough downtown.
- Try a Primanti Brothers sandwich with fries inside.
- Expect hills and stairs; wear comfortable shoes.
- Embrace the Steelers; game days are citywide events.
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