Navigating Pittsburgh: Less 'Terrible Towel,' More Terrific Time?

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  • Pittsburgh

  • Arts & Culture

  • City Travel

  • Digital Nomad Travel

  • Solo Travel

  • Laidback

  • Hidden Gem

  • Local Culture

  • Foodie

  • Sightseeing

Advisor - Navigating Pittsburgh: Less 'Terrible Towel,' More Terrific Time?
Curator’s statement

Navigating Pittsburgh: Less 'Terrible Towel,' More Terrific Time? Think Manhattan, but with a friendly, laid-back vibe and way less of the hustle-bustle. That's Pittsburgh. This guide promised to help me find the city's hidden gems, and it delivered! Forget the sports stereotypes; what I discovered was a city buzzing with creativity, incredible food, and genuinely warm, welcoming people. Seriously, every local I met was eager to share their favorite spots and stories. If you're looking for a sophisticated urban experience without the big-city stress, this guide might just be your ticket to a 'terrific time' in the surprisingly charming 'Burgh."

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Things to do in Pittsburgh

  • Barcadia: Bar with video games.

  • City Winery: Best winery.

  • PPG Paints Arena: Amazing concert venue.

  • COHatch: Accessible co-working space.

  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History: Interesting museum.

  • Mt Washington: Best views.

  • Pittsburgh Ghosts Steel City Haunted Tour: The best activity to do in PA.

  • Maniküre: Best place to get a manicure! I had a great experience.

Places to eat & drink in Pittsburgh

  • Primanti Bros: Most creative and tasty sandwiches (I kept wanting more).

  • Lin's Asian Fusion: Sit-down Chinese food with the best server I've ever witnessed.

  • Marathon Diner: This diner has the best food and it's a great spot to eat before or after a flight.

  • Slice on Broadway: Best pizza in Pittsburgh (coming from someone who loves pizza).

  • Cheesecake Factory Pittsburgh: The best chicken Sandwich.

  • Allegro - Vegan Bakery & Sandwich Shop: Great at accommodating food sensitivities.

  • Jeni's: The best ice cream I've ever tasted.

  • Pamela's Diner: Diner with great food and excellent service.

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I wholeheartedly recommend Kasa Southside in Pittsburgh! The apartment building is fantastic, and the staff genuinely cares about their guests' happiness. Plus, the pool was a wonderful bonus!

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