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Shopping in Pittsburgh
Travel in any direction in Pittsburgh and find great shopping to suit every budget and taste.

Pittsburgh History
For centuries, people have been drawn to Western Pennsylvania's rolling hills and river valleys rich in natural resources.

Pittsburgh: City of Champions
Pittsburgh is at the top of its game when it comes to sports. It’s a town that bleeds black and gold, the colors of its three professional sports teams – the Pirates, Penguins and Steelers.

Pittsburgh is Kidsburgh!
Pittsburgh is a destination for families who quickly discover what locals already know.

Pittsburgh: A Cultural Phenomenon
Pittsburgh – called one of the best arts and culture destinations in the country – has built a stellar reputation for the quality and richness of its art and its cultural offerings.

Environmental Transformation
This is the story of one of the most dramatic environmental transformations in the world.

Pittsburgh: Discovering a City of Neighborhoods
With 90 neighborhoods and districts, Pittsburgh is a city to be explored one delightful section at a time.

About Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is the nation's busiest inland port, providing access to the extensive 9,000 mile U.S. inland waterway system.

David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Rafael Viñoly's David L. Lawrence Convention Center is an exemplar of the Pittsburgh region's commitment to sustainable development and environmental awareness.