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The Rust Belt’s gleaming these days, and nowhere more so than Pittsburgh.
As recently as a decade ago, Pittsburgh was awash with post-industrial angst. But from the ruins of the steel industry, a remarkable city emerged, its eyes firmly set on the future. It still clings proudly to its gritty demeanor, but under the scowl is a burgeoning cultural scene rivaling the biggest cities in the country.
Pittsburgh is going places. Better visit before the secret gets out...
Welcome to Pittsburgh.
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| EAT, SLEEP, DO
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Your Guide to the Best of Pittsburgh
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🎨 What to do
Take back every idea you have about Pittsburgh’s rough and ready reputation. From Andy Warhol and Heinz to botanical gardens and funicular railways, the city is brimming with cultural delights, historical landmarks, and a surprising volume of outdoor spaces. Take a look at some of the best things to do in the city.Â
😋 What to eat
Pittsburgh has its share of unmissable bites, from the gluttonous Primanti Sandwich to the Eastern European immigrant gift of pierogies. But what you might not be aware of is the growing fine dining and experimental culinary scene. Check out some of the best things to eat and where to eat them
🛌🏽 Where to stay
With about 90 neighborhoods in Pittsburgh and a wide variety of things to do, it can be tough deciding which area to stay in. Depending on the kind of trip you're looking to have, you can figure out which pocket is best for you. Explore all the coolest Pittsburgh neighborhoods. One of them was even voted the coolest neighborhood in America a few years ago!
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| MONEY MOVES
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Majestic Domestic Redemptions
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Being a pretty major city in the US, getting to Pittsburgh is one of the easiest redemptions we can advise you on. Depending on the length of your trip, you may actually find better value in paying cash and going carry-on-only with a cheap flight and saving your hard-earned points for a bigger buck redemption.
If you’re set on it, there are multiple redemptions you could make. A couple of rudimentary searches pulled up a wide range of options. Using British Airways to book an American Airlines flight, you could fly from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh for 20,000 Avios and $5. If you want to spend fewer points, use Air Canada for the same journey for 12,500 points plus around $35.
To earn those points, you could open this card and hit the spending threshold. The card transfers to both carriers.
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| BOOK YOUR GETAWAY
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Book Your Fall Stay at The Landing Hotel Pittsburgh
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Want to get away this fall? Embrace the magic of autumn at The Landing Hotel Pittsburgh. With breathtaking riverside views of the fall foliage, it's the perfect destination for a weekend getaway.
Located just steps from Acrisure Stadium and a variety of delicious restaurants, you won't have to go far to find what you’re looking for. No other hotels in Pittsburgh are directly connected to Rivers Casino where one can explore restaurants, bars, and entertainment to complete your perfect night out. Plus, enjoy an array of amenities such as complimentary coffee + breakfast, free parking, fitness center access, and more during your stay.Â
Expansive windows on every level display views of the Ohio River and Pittsburgh’s famous skyline. As one of the newest hotels in Pittsburgh, The Landing Hotel is also a popular choice for weddings, holiday parties, and corporate events.
A picture-perfect fall escape awaits. Discover Pittsburgh, embrace the season, unwind, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Book your stay at The Landing Hotel Pittsburgh today.
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| PITTSBURGHÂ FASTÂ FACTS
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🌉 Bridgerton: Not the TV show…Pittsburgh’s nickname is the City of Bridges, owing to the 446 bridges found within the city. That’s more than in Venice.
🍅 Ketchup on your history:Â The city is known for its role in the steel industry, but you might not be aware that the food giant Heinz was also founded in Pittsburgh. Finding its roots in the late 19th century, it became one of the most influential companies in the world.
🧑🏽‍🎨 Warhol’s stomping grounds: Famed artist Andy Warhol might be most associated with the hedonistic glamour of 60s New York, but he was a Pittsburgh boy, born and bred.
🥇 First in everything: Pittsburgh had a lot of firsts—the first Nickelodeon, the first polio vaccine, the first heart and liver transplants, the first Big Mac, the first Ferris Wheel, the first US public TV station, the first cable suspension bridge, and the First World Series.Â
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| KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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Getting Around
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Pittsburgh is defined by its vibrant and contrasting neighborhoods, so moving around the city efficiently is vital for any weekend warriors to PA. Thankfully, there’s a light rail servicing most areas in the city and a comprehensive bus service connecting each neighborhood.
Renting a car would offer an extra level of freedom but adds the stress of driving in what can be a chaotic city and parking costs. The city is also remarkably walkable, so planning your visits to nearby areas of the city is always a good idea if you want to pound some pavement.
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The Weather Goes Hard
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Pittsburgh gets the full brunt of every season–the good and the bad.
Its summers are hot and humid, so maybe take a miss unless you’re after one of the brilliant festivals or outdoor activities that roar on through the warmer months.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Winter is an icy beast. The city averages over forty days of snow every year, a startling amount for many hailing from warmer climes. That doesn’t mean the city shuts down–quite the opposite, in fact. There are still a ton of things happening during the coldest months, and it could make for a unique trip.Â
Naturally, Fall and Spring make for ideal medians. The crisp Autumn air is made for Steelers game days, and the warming Spring brings a bloom to the city’s outstanding outdoor spaces.
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What are Yinz Doin'?
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There might be a few moments when you arrive in Pittsburgh when you find yourself a little confused. Maybe a waiter asks for your order, but instead of asking, “What do you want?” or even “What do y’all want?” you hear, “What do yinz want?”
Yinz is a term only really found in Pittsburgh and takes the place of the collective second-person plural. Very similar to “you guys” or “y’all.” It might throw you off a little when you arrive, but don’t worry, it’ll catch up. It apparently stems from the old Scots-Irish dialect of early settlers.
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| WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING IN PITTSBURGH
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