Get Beyond the Ballpark
While you're in town for a ballgame, make it the perfect Pittsburgh getaway.
With a passion for sports, a booming craft brewery scene, tons of delicious restaurants and more, there's plenty to keep you entertained for days.
Must-See Sports Tours
Gain insider access, amazing photo opps and other great perks when you visit one of the city's world-class sports facilities including PNC Park (Pittsburgh Pirates), Acrisure Stadium (Pittsburgh Steelers) and PPG Paints Arena (Pittsburgh Penguins), plus bonus perks that come with each tour.
Highlights include exclusive access to pre-game batting practice at PNC Park (if you schedule a game day tour), locker room visits, suite and club access, replica Super Bowl trophies to see and so much more. Tours of each facility are led by seasoned guides with a serious knowledge on the city's sports teams.
Visit the Roberto Clemente Museum
Internationally recognized and admired, Roberto Clemente's influence extends beyond the Pittsburgh Pirates legacy and Major League Baseball. The Clemente Museum honors the legendary athlete and humanitarian with an expansive collection of his most prized items and a detailed timeline of his life, including 5,000+ photographs. Located in the historic Engine House 25, the museum highlights Gold Glove Awards, trophies, personal items and a variety of authentic baseball memorabilia.
Tours of The Clemente Museum are available by reservation only.
Hit the Breweries and Distilleries
Site of the famous Whiskey Rebellion of 1794, Pittsburgh boasts a rich history in distilling and brewing, and the modern day scene lives up to its celebrated reputation. Indulge in the history of the rebellion, take a tour and sample the flavors of Wigle Whiskey. Stop by Maggie's Farm Rum, an independent craft distiller specializing in craft spirits.
Pittsburgh is also home to a number of awesome breweries including Penn Brewery, one of the city's oldest, and Church Brew Works, one of the most unique. For some great suggestions take a look at Where to Enjoy a Summer Beer in Pittsburgh and 9 Awesome Pittsburgh Craft Breweries, which highlight cool places around town. Take an organized tour with PA Brew Tours or City Brew Tours, or use Uber or Z-Trip to get to a few choice destinations.
Explore the Outdoors
Hike, bike, kayak and more. Few cities have as many diverse natural amenities as Pittsburgh, making it the perfect urban excursion. Convenient and affordable outdoor adventure abounds so exploring on foot, water or wheels is easy.
Under the Roberto Clemente Bridge, just beside PNC Park, you'll find Kayak Pittsburgh, where you can rent a kayak to explore the three rivers. Head to Mt. Washington, take a hike through Emerald View Park and take in breathtaking views of the city skyline. Throughout Downtown and Pittsburgh's neighborhoods, a multitude of POGOH bike pick-up and drop-off stations make it easy to explore the city on two wheels. Hit the 24+ miles of riverfront trails or use the bike lanes throughout town for convenient and safe transport. More adventurous riders can rent a bike from Bike Pittsburgh and ride all 150 miles of the Great Allegheny Passage to Washington D.C. -- all off road!
Play a Round of Golf
Whether you want a course with a city view or a more secluded experience, Pittsburgh has plenty of options. Schenley Park's 18-hole Bob O'Conner Golf Course is a walking course surrounded by unique city in the heart of Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood. Venture to Nemacolin Woodlands Resort to play Mystic Rock, named "Pennsylvania's Best Public Golf Course" by Golf Digest. Thirty minutes from Pittsburgh, Quicksilver Golf Club is another great spot that is consistently ranked high among golf enthusiasts, earning the title of "Best Public Golf Course in Western Pennsylvania" by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Before you tee off, check out this guide to Pittsburgh's public golf courses and find the perfect spot.
Visit the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum
Explore the great moments, plays and games that earned Pittsburgh the coveted title, "City of Champions." Learn about legendary athletes who made their mark in Pittsburgh including Terry Bradshaw, Mario Lemieux, Bill Mazeroski and Arnold Palmer. With more than 20,000 square feet of artifacts and dynamic video exhibitions, the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum is the authority on Pittsburgh's expansive athletic history.