Things to do in Southwest Pennsylvania

Activities, attractions and tours
Southwest Pennsylvania
Southwest Pennsylvania
Southwest Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium which includes a pond, rainforest and bird life
Phipps Conservatory which includes interior views, flowers and modern architecture

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What to do in Southwest Pennsylvania


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Downtown Pittsburgh which includes a bridge and a river or creek

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.

Downtown Pittsburgh
North Shore showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city

North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at North Side Station.

North Shore
Oakland showing an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and signage

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.

Oakland
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North Side

If you're spending time in North Side, check out sights like PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

North Side
Senator John Heinz History Center which includes interior views and signage

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.

Strip District
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Shadyside

Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Gallerie CHIZ while you're exploring the area.

Shadyside