Overview
Pittsburgh is One of the Koolest Cities on Planet Earth...and the Mission of Pittsburgh's Best Tour Guide will be to convince you why! You will see the sights, learn the stories, and hear oral history delivered in a bright and breezy style from a 7th Generation Yinzer whose ancestors "Greeted the Indians".
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Admission to attractions
Souvenirs
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We can suggest a convenient pick-up location based on the route Travelers are taking to Pittsburgh. Usually this will be one of two locations: the Duquesne Incline Parking Lot, West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or the Holiday Inn-Greentree, 875 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• The listed price does not include a $3 parking fee if you elect to ride the Duquesne Incline to the top of Mt. Washington (highly recommended), payable at the time of tour check-in
• Tour duration will range from 2 to 4 hours depending on your itinerary
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
What to expect
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Duquesne Incline
30 min
One of only two remaining funiculars in the City, the Duquesne Incline offers the best view of one of the top 6 Cityscapes in the World. While at the Upper Station, phtographs, exhingits, and a brigfht and breezy narration will explain how Pittsburgh became "One of the Coolest Cities on Planet Earth".
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Mount Washington
30 min
The Duquesne Incline will carry us to the top of this ridge, originally called "Coal Hill". It provides the best view of one of the top 6 Cityscapes in the World.
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Acrisure Stadium Tours
5 min
The home of the Legendary 6 Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers. We will pause and your Guide will direct your attention to a feature that only be seen if you attend a Steelers home game...or take this Tour!
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Mr. Rogers' Memorial Statue
10 min
Meet Pittsburgh's Most Beloved Citizen up-close and check-out extraordinary views of Pittsburgh's skyline, the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers to form the Ohio, and the Duquesne Incline which you just rode.
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PNC Park
10 min
This home of the Pittsburgh Pirates is considered by most fans to be the most "Fan-friendly Park in Major League Baseball. The Pirates played in the very first World Series (1903) as well as the most exciting World Series in History (1960).
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Cultural District
10 min
A concentration of Performance Halls, rehearsal venues, public art and performance right in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh. Gifts to the City inckludeHeina Hall, the Benedun Center for the performing Arts, O'Reilly Theatre, and Liberty Magic. And here, unique in the world, is found the Cell Phone Disco.
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PPG Place
10 min
Marvel at Philip Johnson's "Cathedral of Glass", one of America's top architectural marvels from the second half on the 20th Century.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Wheelchairs, stollers, and walkers must be collapsible and able to fit in the trunk of a stanbard-sized sedan.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Essential Pittsburgh Experience - The One Tour to Take
Can I cancel Essential Pittsburgh Experience - The One Tour to Take for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
We can suggest a convenient pick-up location based on the route Travelers are taking to Pittsburgh. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Admission to attractions
- Souvenirs
Which places does it visit?
It visits Duquesne Incline, Mount Washington, Acrisure Stadium Tours, Mr. Rogers' Memorial Statue, PNC Park, Cultural District, PPG Place.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by The Pittsburgh Tour
