12 things to do in Pittsburgh at night

Try a beer in a church

Church Brew Works was opened in 1996 in Lawrenceville Historic District. This is the first and only pub in the US that is located right in the historic church. St. John the Baptist Church was built in 1902 but was damaged by fire in 1915. The church building has been converted into a microbrewery and restaurant with great attention to detail. The original benches were cut and hand-finished to accommodate the dining tables, while the oak from the benches was used to build the bar. There are original fir floors, original lanterns and bricks that survived the demolition of the confessional. Steel and copper tanks gleam at the altar.

For a comfortable trip, many tourists prefer to use car rental services in USA. The average cost of renting a car in Pittsburgh Airport is 18 euros per day, in JFK Airport - from 17 euros per day.

Go bowling at Arsenal Bowl

In the heart of Lawrenceville is Arsenal Bowls, a 22-lane, retro-inspired bowling alley. A popular local nightclub in Pittsburgh, it's a great place to meet the locals, listen to music, and have a drink.

Ride the Three Rivers Heritage Trail

Get on your bike and ride the 38-kilometer trail to enjoy the beauty of Pittsburgh. The walking trail passes through different neighborhoods, past business districts, attractions and parks. Along the trail, signs mark important sites and structures, historical events, and local wildlife. This multipurpose route is popular with bikers and hikers.

Visit the Glass Center

This is an educational center, an art gallery and a modern glass studio dedicated to teaching and popularizing the art of glass. Anyone can join the glass blowing, explore the state of the art gallery and see live demonstrations of hot glass. The center displays the work of internationally renowned glass artists such as Dante Marioni, Paul Joseph Stankard and Cesare Toffolo.

Join a walking tour

Take a stroll through Pittsburgh at night on a fun walking tour of the city's diverse neighborhoods. Walking tours combine the historical narrative of each area you visit with local food tastings. Pittsburgh is known for its sandwiches, dumplings, and Pittsburgh salad with fries.

Discover Point State Park

Look at the illuminated fountain in the state park and take pictures of the boats passing by from this attraction. The park attracts visitors with its beautiful green gardens and waterfront. It is also a historically important place where battles between the Indians and the French took place in the late 18th century.

Enjoy thrilling rides at Kennywood Amusement Park

Kennywood Amusement Park is an amusement park built 125 years ago in West Mifflin. The huge amusement park became a National Historic Landmark in 1987 with three 1920s roller coasters. The park has three themed areas with roller coasters, bumper cars, water rides, carousels, kayaks, 3D experiences and a 4D theater.

Explore the historic market square

The historic market square is the beating heart of the area. There are plenty of eateries, cafes, bars, boutiques and quaint shops here. The square was built in the 1890s and used to be home to the first courthouse, prison and newspaper. Today, the square offers visitors extensive holiday markets and temporary events.

Visit the cathedral

Adjacent to Shenley Park and in the heart of the main campus of the University of Pittsburgh is the Cathedral, one of the tallest buildings in the world. The Gothic style building has 42 floors and thousands of rooms. In addition to the university's teaching facilities, the building also has a food court. Here people can have a snack while admiring the surrounding night views.

Take a trip to the Strip

This is one of the most famous areas of the city, which stretches along Allegheny River. The Strip area includes four main streets - Penn Avenue, Waterfront Place, Smallman Street, Liberty Avenue. The area has a fantastic selection of international retail stores, bars, grocery stores, boutiques, and some of the best eateries in Pittsburgh. A must-see on the Strip is Heinz Historic Center, which offers a rich insight into the city's history.

Go on a self-guided hike up Mount Washington

Enjoy breathtaking views of downtown from Pittsburgh's highest point. Mount Washington is a beautiful hill on the south bank of the Ohio and Monongahela rivers. The walk to the hill is relatively easy, from where you can admire a wide panorama of the glittering skyline of the city center, embraced by rivers on three sides. There are restaurants and bars here to enjoy your meal with great views of the city centre.

Walk around Mellon Square

Mellon Square is an urban oasis that has been a gathering place since 1955. The park features a unique tree-lined black, green, and white geometric pavement. There are also beautiful fountains, flower beds and a cascading waterfall. Another striking feature of the garden is Ann Catherine Sea memorial. Mans, a local woman who used to visit the park and look at the stars at night.