Things To Do
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
This is where we celebrated our first anniversary and where Kyle proposed! Walk right the outside Tropical Forest Conservatory and see where we got engaged. While you are there, take a walk through Schenley Park, visit the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and explore Oakland. Drive or Uber - this is about a 15 minute drive from the hotel.
Strip District
The best time to visit is early Saturday morning, plenty of shops and outdoor markets and restaurants along the entire Strip District. You will find all things Pittsburgh here! Our favorite spots here are - Wholey's, Pennsylvania Macaroni Co., Roxanne's Flower Shop, Primanti's and Coop De Ville. You can walk, drive or Uber - this is about 1.5 miles from the hotel
Lawrenceville
This is where we called home for over 2 years and got our first apartment together! Lawrenceville has a ton of awesome restaurants and boutiques. A few of our favorite restaurants are Smoke, Round Corner Cantina and Umami. If you enjoy breweries, we recommend checking out Cinderlands and Eleventh Hour. If you are going for breakfast, stop by Geppetto Cafe. Also you can go to the Roberto Clemente Museum, a private museum dedicated to the memory of Roberto Clemente, a Pittsburgh legend. Inside, you can also visit Engine House 25 Winery for a drink or Lola's for a bite to eat. Drive or uber - this is about a 12 minute drive from the hotel.
Carnegie Science Center
Starting October 21, a Titanic exhibit will open at the Carnegie Science Center. Only a 5 minute drive from the hotel.
Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
Gaucho is a local favorite and one of our favorite restaurants in the city. If you are looking for a place to grab dinner or drinks, check it out. We recommend making a reservation. Walk or uber - Less than half a mile and about a 5 minute walk from the hotel.
Duquesne Incline Upper Station
Ride on an old century cable car to the top of Mt. Washington, where the best view of the city is!
Market Square
Located right next to the hotel, Market Square is a must-see. It is surrounded by shops and restaurants.
La Gourmandine
One of our favorite bakeries in Pittsburgh! A traditional French bakery that offers delicious baked goods such as breakfast pastries, bread and desserts. We highly recommend the Croissant Amandes for breakfast or if you are looking for a sweet treat - Éclair au Chocolat. Walk - less than a 5 minute walk from the hotel
Con Alma Downtown
Con Alma is a restaurant and jazz bar. Con Alma showcases current Pittsburgh musicians, with live jazz seven nights a week. Walk or uber - it is less than a half mile from the hotel.