Welcome to Pittsburgh
Steel City culture, world-class museums, exceptional coffee, and a thriving restaurant scene meet historic neighborhoods and cutting-edge innovation. Whether you're here for work, convention season, or the NFL Draft, Pittsburgh offers authenticity and charm without the pretense.
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Best Coffee Shops for Remote Work
Pittsburgh's third-wave coffee scene is thriving. These spots have strong WiFi, great vibes, and the kind of coffee worth the focus.
Commonplace Coffee
5042 Penn Avenue, Lawrenceville
Bright, airy roastery with high ceilings and natural light. The space feels both industrial and welcoming, with tables perfectly suited for laptops and notebooks. Excellent single-origin espresso and filter options.
Arrive early; it gets busy post-9am on weekdays. The cortado is exceptional.
Constellation Coffee
212 Blvd of the Allies, Downtown
Minimalist aesthetic in the heart of downtown. Precision espresso and seasonal filter selections. The atmosphere is quiet and focused—ideal for video calls and deep work.
Their pour-overs are methodical and delicious. Lunch options available from neighboring vendors.
Arriviste Coffee
109 North Shore Drive, North Shore
Compact, design-forward space with views toward the city. Specialty coffee roasted in-house, plus a small bakery. Counter seating works well for quick sessions or longer work days.
Try their seasonal single-origins. The location is perfect if you're near the Museums or PNC Park.
De Fer Coffee
4605 Walnut Street, Shadyside
Neighborhood gem with exposed brick, vintage furniture, and a genuine local vibe. The coffee is serious—precision espresso and thoughtful filter options. Community bulletin board and regular regulars.
Pairs perfectly with pastries from a neighboring baker. Great WiFi and a quiet back room for calls.
Third Wave
Coffee Culture in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh's coffee renaissance reflects the city's larger revival. Roasters here prioritize sourcing, precision, and community.
The city has moved beyond the diner-coffee stereotype. Local roasters like Commonplace, Constellation, and others have built a culture around specialty coffee that rivals cities twice Pittsburgh's size. You'll find third-wave cafes in Lawrenceville, Shadyside, Downtown, and the North Shore—each with their own character. The coffee community here is unpretentious; locals genuinely care about the craft and love talking about it. Many cafes source directly from roasters and offer thoughtfully curated food pairings.
Dining
Where to Eat in Pittsburgh
From Argentine steakhouses to Eastern European comfort food, Pittsburgh's restaurant scene is diverse, inventive, and welcoming.
Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
940 Penn Avenue, Strip District
Warm, bustling Argentine grill in the heart of the Strip. Excellent chimichurri and impeccably cooked meats. The atmosphere is energetic without being loud—great for groups or a special dinner.
The grass-fed beef is outstanding. Reserve ahead, especially on weekends.
Morcilla
603 Smithfield Street, Downtown
Intimate Spanish restaurant with a focus on wine and small plates. Warm lighting, knowledgeable staff, and creative preparations that honor tradition without pretense.
The blood sausage (morcilla) is exceptional. Excellent wine list and cocktails.
Apteka
4606 Penn Avenue, Lawrenceville
Neighborhood Eastern European spot with genuine hospitality. Comfort food done beautifully—beets, pierogis, pork—in a casual, friendly setting. Feels like dining at a friend's apartment.
The beet salad and pierogi specials are outstanding. BYOB and very reasonably priced.
Primanti Bros
18th & Smallman, Strip District
Pittsburgh institution since 1933. Iconic sandwiches with fries and coleslaw built right in. The vibe is pure casual Pittsburgh—this is where locals eat, tourists eat, and everyone coexists happily.
Order the pastrami. Arrive off-peak if you want a table. Cash preferred but cards accepted.
Fish Market
1 Strip District, The Strip
Casual, efficient seafood counter and restaurant in the Strip District. Incredibly fresh fish, straightforward preparations, bustling energy. Sit at the counter to watch the action.
The daily specials are exceptional value. Go before 6pm if you prefer a quieter experience.
The Commoner
2114 East Carson Street, South Side
Modern American comfort food with sourced ingredients and thoughtful cooking. Warm, neighborhood feel with knowledgeable staff. Great bar program.
Their burgers are legendary locally. Excellent cocktails and carefully curated beer selection.
Breweries
Craft Beer Scene
Pittsburgh has built a respected craft beer community. These breweries range from traditional to experimental, all worth visiting.
Church Brew Works
3525 Liberty Avenue, Lawrenceville
Literally a converted church, now a full brewing operation. The brewing equipment sits where the altar once did. Historic architecture, excellent house beers, and a kitchen serving food. The space is breathtaking.
Try their IPA and pale ale. The building is worth seeing even if you don't drink beer.
Hitchhiker Brewing
2332 Jane Street, Lawrenceville
Casual brewery with a welcoming taproom and outdoor patio. Experimental and approachable beers in a no-nonsense setting. Locals-heavy, unpretentious, and genuinely friendly.
Their rotating selection is interesting. Food trucks often park outside on weekends.
Grist House
3588 Perrysville Avenue, Lawrenceville
Neighborhood brewery with a strong focus on balance and approachability. Thoughtfully designed taproom with wood, natural light, and a genuine community feel.
Their cream ale is dangerously smooth. Great for groups and families.
Cinderlands
3000 Smallman Street, Strip District
Large, modern brewery in the Strip with high ceilings, communal seating, and a serious beer program. They don't take themselves too seriously despite the quality. Perfect for groups.
Their wort series (experimental one-offs) are worth hunting. Adjacent to restaurants and the Strip's other attractions.
Explore
Things to Do in Pittsburgh
History, culture, nature, and sports all converge in Pittsburgh. The city's rivers, parks, and museums are world-class.
Point State Park
101 Commonwealth Place, Downtown
Where the three rivers meet. The iconic fountain is the heart of the park. Great for a morning walk, picnic, or just sitting with your coffee and the skyline.
The park is free and accessible 24/7. Visit at sunrise for the best light and fewest crowds.
Strip District
Between 15th & 27th Streets & Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh
Historic market district full of vendors, restaurants, butchers, fishmongers, and fresh produce. Saturdays are busiest and best. The neighborhood has energy, history, and real character.
Wander and explore. There's a story in every storefront. Shop early for the best selection.
Duquesne Incline
1220 Grandview Avenue, Mount Washington
Historic funicular railway climbing Mount Washington. The ride itself is an experience—wooden cars, cable machinery, history. The views at the top are unmatched.
Go at dusk for the best light. Bring a camera. The ride is brief but the views span the entire city.
Andy Warhol Museum
117 Sandusky Street, North Shore
Comprehensive collection in a converted warehouse. Warhol was a Pittsburgh native, and this museum honors his legacy with depth and respect. Contemporary art, Silver Factory ephemera, a serious archive.
Allow 2-3 hours. The building itself is architectural. Great gift shop.
PNC Park
115 Federal Street, North Shore
Even if you're not a baseball fan, this park is architecturally stunning. The field sits alongside the Allegheny River with the city skyline as backdrop. The experience transcends sports.
Attend a game if timing allows, but even a tour of the ballpark on a non-game day is worthwhile. Arrive early for batting practice energy.
Acrisure Stadium
100 Art Rooney Avenue, North Shore
Home of the Steelers. A full NFL experience in a modern facility on the North Shore. Tours available on non-game days.
If you're visiting during NFL season or for major events like the NFL Draft, this is iconic Pittsburgh.
Carnegie Museums of Art & Natural History
4400 Forbes Avenue, Oakland
Two major museums under one roof, funded by Andrew Carnegie and still among the best in the country. Dinosaurs in their Jurassic-scale hall, Hall of Architecture casts, and a serious contemporary art collection.
One ticket covers both museums. Budget half a day. The Hall of Architecture is the sleeper highlight almost nobody expects.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley Drive, Oakland
Victorian glasshouse from 1893 surrounded by modern sustainable wings. Seasonal flower shows, an orchid room, bonsai collection, and a butterfly garden. Genuinely beautiful in any weather.
Perfect rainy-day or winter stop. The holiday and spring flower shows are worth timing a trip around.
Mount Washington & Grandview Avenue
Grandview Avenue, Mount Washington
The postcard view of Pittsburgh — three rivers converging at the Point, skyscrapers stacked behind. Grandview Avenue has overlook platforms strung along the clifftop plus restaurants with the same view.
Ride the Duquesne or Monongahela Incline up, then walk the overlooks along Grandview and take the other incline back down.
Randyland & the Mexican War Streets
1501 Arch Street, Central North Side
An explosively colorful free outdoor art installation in a historic neighborhood of restored 19th-century rowhouses. The surrounding Mexican War Streets are a walkable architecture tour in themselves.
Free to visit. Pair it with the Mattress Factory installation museum two blocks away.
Frick Pittsburgh
7227 Reynolds Street, Point Breeze
Henry Clay Frick's preserved Gilded Age estate — the mansion, an art museum, a car and carriage museum, and gardens across a green campus.
Grounds and the art museum are free; the mansion tour is ticketed and worth booking ahead.
Kennywood
4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin
One of America's oldest amusement parks, open since 1899 and a National Historic Landmark. Classic wooden coasters alongside modern rides, with a distinctly old-school Pittsburgh atmosphere.
About 20 minutes from downtown. Best on a weekday in summer when lines are short.
The Great Allegheny Passage & riverfront trails
Trailheads Downtown, South Side, and Point State Park
150 miles of car-free rail-trail running from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Maryland — where it connects to the C&O Canal Towpath and continues to Washington DC. The in-city stretches along the rivers are flat and scenic.
Rent a bike downtown and ride the South Side or North Shore loops for an easy few hours on the water.
Beyond the City
Day Trips from Pittsburgh
Some of the region's best-known destinations sit inside a 90-minute drive — worth building a day around if you're staying a while.
Fallingwater
1491 Mill Run Road, Mill Run — about 1 hr 15 min southeast
Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece, cantilevered directly over a waterfall in the Laurel Highlands. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and, for many architects, the single most important house in America.
Tours sell out weeks ahead in peak season — book before you travel, not after you arrive.
Kentuck Knob
723 Kentuck Road, Chalk Hill — about 1 hr 20 min southeast
A second, smaller Wright house a short drive from Fallingwater, with a sculpture meadow and long ridge views. Quieter and easier to get tickets for.
Pair it with Fallingwater in one day — they're 15 minutes apart.
Ohiopyle State Park
Ohiopyle — about 1 hr 20 min southeast
Twenty thousand acres along the Youghiogheny River gorge. Whitewater rafting, waterfalls, the Ferncliff Peninsula trails, and natural waterslides carved into the rock.
Same direction as Fallingwater, so it's an easy combined trip. Summer weekends are busy; go early.
Laurel Highlands
Ligonier, Seven Springs, and surrounds — 1 to 1.5 hrs east
Mountain country with ski resorts in winter, hiking and mountain biking in summer, and the well-preserved village of Ligonier at its center.
Ligonier's diamond-shaped town square makes an easy lunch stop en route to or from Fallingwater.
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
1 Washington Parkway, Farmington — about 1 hr 15 min southeast
Where a young George Washington fought his first battle and triggered the French and Indian War. A reconstructed stockade, a strong visitor center, and a stretch of the original National Road.
Another stop on the Fallingwater/Ohiopyle corridor — three very different sites in one loop.
Cleveland, Ohio
About 2 hrs northwest
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Cleveland Museum of Art, and Lake Erie's shoreline. A long but very doable day out, or an easy overnight.
If you're staying with us in Cincinnati too, Cleveland sits roughly between the two cities.
Major Events
Pittsburgh Convention Season
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center hosts major events year-round. The 2026 NFL Draft brought unprecedented visitor interest to the city.
Pittsburgh's convention calendar is robust. The David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLCC), located right downtown on the Allegheny River, hosts major conferences, trade shows, and events. In 2026, the NFL Draft brought an estimated 100,000+ visitors and unprecedented hotel demand. Whether it's a major conference or a major sporting event, Pittsburgh welcomes visitors warmly and has the infrastructure to handle large crowds. The North Shore, downtown, and Strip District all benefit from convention season traffic—restaurants and attractions see increased activity.
Stay in the heart of it
Our Pittsburgh apartments put you in the neighborhoods where the action is—whether that's the Strip District, Lawrenceville, or Downtown. All the convenience of a hotel. All the character of a home.
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