How does a road trip sound? Not a long one that leads to faraway places but a road trip that will take you to some of the most beloved landmarks in Pittsburgh? If you’re yearning for an old-fashioned road trip but don’t have the time or the funds for a long journey, this trip just might do the trick. It only spans 19 miles, which takes about 50 minutes to drive, but you can make a whole weekend of it, especially if you want to take time at each stop.
Here are the Google Map directions for this road trip.
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- Monongahela Incline
Flickr/Jimmy Emerson DVM Let’s start our road trip at Station Square for a ride up the Monongahela Incline. Once you reach the top of Mount Washington, stop by one of the observation decks for sweeping, one-of-a-kind views of the city skyline. You might also want to stroll around Mount Washington for a bit, where you’ll find an assortment of restaurants and shops. Here’s the official website of the Monongahela Incline. Monongahela Incline, 1870 PA-837, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
- Fort Pitt Block House
Flickr/jpellgen (@1179_jp) Our next stop gives us a glimpse intio Pittsburgh’s rich history. The Fort Pitt Block House, which dates back to 1764, is the lone remaining structure from Fort Pitt. Carve out plenty of time to check out the exhibits and to visit Edith Ammon Memorial Garden, right outside of the block house. Admission is free, and Fort Pitt Block House is open all year. Find more information on the official website of the Fort Pitt Block House. Fort Pitt Block House, Fort Pitt Blockhouse, 601 Commonwealth Pl Building C, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
- Fred Rogers Memorial Statue
Flickr/Britt Reints A road trip through Pittsburgh certainly wouldn’t be complete without one of the city’s favorite sons. Our next stop takes us to the Fred Rogers Memorial Statue on the North Shore. Snap photos and sit back, relax, and enjoy the river views. 15212, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA
- Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Flickr/Josh Greenstein Plan to spend at least a few hours at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Stroll through the zoo and aquarium, visiting the animals. Stop for a bite to eat at one of the restaurants or food stands, and go for a ride on the merry-go-round. Find days, hours, and more information on the official website of Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Flickr/Wally Gobetz Our next stop takes us to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Oakland. Explore the expansive museum that’s home to such exhibits as Dinosaurs In Their Time and the Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems. Timed tickets are currently required. Head over to the official website of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History for days, hours, and more information. Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
- The Cathedral of Learning - The Nationality Rooms
Flickr/Cam Miller Anyone who’s driven on the parkway or through Oakland is familiar with perhaps one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks - the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh. The Cathedral of Learning is home to the Nationality Rooms, a celebration of the many cultures that comprise Pittsburgh. Guided tours are available. However, be sure to check the website before heading over. Stop by the official website of the Nationality Rooms. Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
- Duquesne Incline
Flickr/Forsaken Fotos We’ll head back to Mount Washington to cap off our road trip. Journey to the top of the mountain on the incline, where you’ll be treated to even more sensational views of the city. Here’s the official website of the Duquesne Incline. Duquesne Incline Parking West Carson Street Pittsburgh, 1197 W Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
What are your favorite landmarks in Pittsburgh? Are any included on this road trip? Let us know in the comments! Ready to explore some more – a bit further afield? Explore these amazing state parks near Pittsburgh.
Google Maps
Flickr/Jimmy Emerson DVM
Let’s start our road trip at Station Square for a ride up the Monongahela Incline. Once you reach the top of Mount Washington, stop by one of the observation decks for sweeping, one-of-a-kind views of the city skyline. You might also want to stroll around Mount Washington for a bit, where you’ll find an assortment of restaurants and shops. Here’s the official website of the Monongahela Incline.
Monongahela Incline, 1870 PA-837, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
Flickr/jpellgen (@1179_jp)
Our next stop gives us a glimpse intio Pittsburgh’s rich history. The Fort Pitt Block House, which dates back to 1764, is the lone remaining structure from Fort Pitt. Carve out plenty of time to check out the exhibits and to visit Edith Ammon Memorial Garden, right outside of the block house. Admission is free, and Fort Pitt Block House is open all year. Find more information on the official website of the Fort Pitt Block House.
Fort Pitt Block House, Fort Pitt Blockhouse, 601 Commonwealth Pl Building C, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
Flickr/Britt Reints
A road trip through Pittsburgh certainly wouldn’t be complete without one of the city’s favorite sons. Our next stop takes us to the Fred Rogers Memorial Statue on the North Shore. Snap photos and sit back, relax, and enjoy the river views.
15212, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA
Flickr/Josh Greenstein
Plan to spend at least a few hours at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Stroll through the zoo and aquarium, visiting the animals. Stop for a bite to eat at one of the restaurants or food stands, and go for a ride on the merry-go-round. Find days, hours, and more information on the official website of Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Flickr/Wally Gobetz
Our next stop takes us to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Oakland. Explore the expansive museum that’s home to such exhibits as Dinosaurs In Their Time and the Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems. Timed tickets are currently required. Head over to the official website of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History for days, hours, and more information.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Flickr/Cam Miller
Anyone who’s driven on the parkway or through Oakland is familiar with perhaps one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks - the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh. The Cathedral of Learning is home to the Nationality Rooms, a celebration of the many cultures that comprise Pittsburgh. Guided tours are available. However, be sure to check the website before heading over. Stop by the official website of the Nationality Rooms.
Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
Flickr/Forsaken Fotos
We’ll head back to Mount Washington to cap off our road trip. Journey to the top of the mountain on the incline, where you’ll be treated to even more sensational views of the city. Here’s the official website of the Duquesne Incline.
Duquesne Incline Parking West Carson Street Pittsburgh, 1197 W Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
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