Pittsburgh Things to Do

Located along the riverfront, Bessemer Court and Transportation Museum is an outdoor tour of Pittsburgh's industrial heritage. The Bessemer process was a technique brought from England to Pittsburgh by industrialist Andrew Carn... more

The convergence of three rivers that make up Pittsburgh became a hotly contested site in the 1750s during the French and Indian War. The blockhouse that stands on the site of the ruined Forts Duquesne and Pitt was built in 176... more

In 1882, industrialist Henry Clay Frick and his wife, Adelaide, moved into their new home in Point Breeze. Dubbed Clayton, the home was of the Italianate style that became popular following the Civil War. Following the death of... more

James Kelso Bible Lands Museum is located on Pittsburgh Theological Seminary's campus. The museum houses artifacts that have been found during archaeological digs in the Middle East; many are thousands of years old. The pottery... more

This sports center is part of Robert Morris University and home to RMU Colonials ice hockey team. Built in 1998, the place hosts a gamut of activities—figure skating, golf, athletic training, fitness center, public skating, and... more

Located in the historic side of Pittsburgh, this aviary has a treasury of beauty in store. Come by to enjoy wild life in the lovely woods of North Pittsburgh. This place houses more than 600 rare and endangered species of birds... more

There is no better place to honor the American flag than at the Flag Plaza and Pittsburgh Scout Center. Every evening, if the weather is nice, a flag ceremony is held at the downtown offices. The 15-minute ceremony is held in a... more

A comprehensive entertainment center is what you will find here. Three nightclubs, a banquet area and an outdoor concert stage play host to various events that rock the place. Take part in the dock-side dining at the Boardwalk... more

Home to the Pittsburgh Penguins, this multi-purpose venue also features family shows and concerts. Renovated in 1999, the facility has hosted artists ranging from The Rolling Stones to Garth Brooks, and family shows such as Dis... more

Pittsburgh Filmmakers is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of film, video and photography. Classes are available on various topics concerning the film medium. Exhibitions of foreign films and offbeat projects are sche... more