Appalachian Plateau
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Appalachian Plateau
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Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
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North Shore
Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Andy Warhol Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at North Side Station.
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Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.
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North Side
If you're spending time in North Side, check out sights like PNC Park or Ross Park Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.
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Strip District
Travelers come to Strip District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre and Pittsburgh Opera while you're in town.
![South Shore showing a city, landscape views and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/473000/473571-Mount-Washington-Pittsburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Mount Washington
Consider a visit to Grandview Overlook and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mount Washington. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station.
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Popular places to visit
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PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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University of Pittsburgh
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Pittsburgh, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
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Carnegie Mellon University
Walk around the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
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Red River Gorge
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Red River Gorge, a popular green space in Stanton. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.
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PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.