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New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour
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New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour

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Overview

Our tour for sports fans! Welcome to the City of Champions! Six Super Bowl Rings, 5 World Series Pennants, and 5 Stanley Cups are just part of the history of Pittsburgh Sports.

On this tour, you’ll visit the sites that tell the stories of the icons and iconic events that have made die hard fans of locals and others across the country, and the world. You’ll learn fascinating and unique histories of team names and uniforms, crazy traditions of Pierogis Races, Terrible Towels, the glory days of the Negro Leagues, and Pittsburgh’s role in furthering player safety.

Along the way, we will also see some notable landmarks that help tell the story of this city that grew from a frontier outpost to one responsible for creating the infrastructure of the United States in the mid 19th century, and heralding today’s achievements in AI, robotics, and biomedical research.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Lots of fun! :-)

Coupons of Downtown restaurant partners

Local and very knowledgeable guide

Lunch

Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Find the Roberto Clement Statue at the end of the Roberto Clemente Bridge, by PNC Park

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

The tour starts by the Roberto Clement Statue at PNC Park.

What to expect

  1. Roberto Clemente Bridge (Sixth Street Bridge)

    2 min

    Learn all about this famous bridge that is usually being closed on game days

  2. Roberto Clemente Statue

    5 min

    Dive deep into the biography of this most famous Pirates player

  3. PNC Park

    5 min

    Walk around the baseball stadium and check out all statues of known players

  4. Immaculate Reception

    10 min

    Find the spot where this exciting and highly discussed event in American Sports history took place

  5. Acrisure Stadium

    5 min

    Walk past former Heinz Field and discover all facets about Pittsburgh's football history (especially the fun facts)

  6. Art Rooney Statue

    5 min

    Learn all about this football tycoon who founded and shaped the Steelers

  7. Mr. Rogers' Memorial Statue

    1 min

    Get to see another Pittsburgh icon - even if not sports-related

  8. Bill Mazeroski's Statue

    5 min

    Replay this historic home run!

  9. North Shore Trail

    10 min

    Walk along the beautiful Allegheny River that opens up opulent views of the stunning Pittsburgh skyline

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

  • Total tour duration includes travel time.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour

Can I cancel New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour 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?

Find the Roberto Clement Statue at the end of the Roberto Clemente Bridge, by PNC Park

What's included?

  • Lots of fun! :-)
  • Coupons of Downtown restaurant partners
  • Local and very knowledgeable guide

What's not included?

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Which places does it visit?

It visits Roberto Clemente Bridge (Sixth Street Bridge), Roberto Clemente Statue, PNC Park, Immaculate Reception, Acrisure Stadium, Art Rooney Statue, Mr. Rogers' Memorial Statue, Bill Mazeroski's Statue.

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 Walk the Burgh Tours

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