Fun things to do in Pittsburgh (US)

Best and most fun things to do in Pittsburgh : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium (Zoo)
7370 Baker St
4.5

Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 2-4 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is a great attraction for families who are looking for things to do in Pittsburgh. Through animal exhibits, educational programs and many conservation projects, the Zoo strives to make sure the Earth is a suitable home for all life. Current hours: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. with gates closing 4:30 p.m.

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The Waterfront (Shopping center)
149 West Bridge St
4.5

The Waterfront is most popular around 5 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Botanical garden)
1 Schenley Drive
4.8

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens. Experience industry-leading sustainable architecture and green practices, stunning seasonal flower shows, exclusive commissioned exhibits, renowned orchid and bonsai collections and more. Opened in 1893, the historic landmark is just a few miles from downtown Pittsburgh in Schenley Park.

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Point State Park (Park)
601 Commonwealth Pl
4.7

Point State Park is most popular around 4 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

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Schenley Park (Park)
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
4.7

Schenley Park is most popular around 2 PM on Sundays. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Created in 1889 with land donated by heiress Mary Schenley, the park now contains 456 acres of trails, woods, and attractions. A daily destination for university students, business-people, and outdoor enthusiasts, the park also hosts major annual events such as the Vintage Grand Prix and the Pittsburgh Race for the Cure.

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National Aviary (Zoo)
700 Arch St
4.7

National Aviary is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1,5-2,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

Immerse yourself in the world of birds at the National Aviary, a non-profit organization dedicated to conservation and education. Explore our five immersive habitats, home to more than 500 birds from around the globe. See rare and endangered species like flamingos, eagles, owls, and parrots all flying freely around you.

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