Talk about under reported! ​Maybe the locals want to keep the city a secret! Well, I don't. Pittsburgh is a city that begs definition and exploration. I've been there several times and I always learn something new. It's "rust belt" city that has redefined itself. You'll find museums, historic attractions, lots of dining and a very clean, walkable downtown district. Go there! 

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PITTSBURGH FAST FACTS

State: Pennsylvania
​Closest Major Airport(s): PIT
Closest Cruise Port(s):  n/a

​Time Zone: Eastern
Currency: US Dollar
Continent: North America​
Country: USA
Primary Language: English

 

TRANSPORTATION

Air: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). See the full list of non-stop flights, plus flight times!

Carriers: Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southern Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines

Car: If you are not driving to Pittsburgh, then you will need to rent a car to explore.

Train: Amtrak has a station in Pittsburgh.

 

THE WEATHER

​The weather in Pittsburgh varies from season to season, but easily changes on a whim. generally the hottest months are June through August, averaging about 84ºF. 

 

WHERE TO STAY
 

​WHERE TO EAT

 

HELPFUL LINKS
Most destinations in the U.S. have an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. In addition, here are links to the official bureaus for this destination, the state and the USA. 
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Erik's Pennsylvania Page
Official Pittsburgh Tourism Bureau
Official State Tourism Bureau Site
Official USA Tourism Site