14 days in Pittsburgh Itinerary

Known primarily for its steel-related heritage and 446 bridges, Pittsburgh sits at the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers, which meet to form the Ohio River.

Mount Washington and Frick Art and Historical Center are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Museum-lovers will appreciate Carnegie Museum of Art and Fort Pitt Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Pittsburgh: Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village (in Avella), Beaver Creek State Park (in East Liverpool) and Moundsville (Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex & Archive of the Afterlife, "A Paranormal Museum"). Spend the 11th (Sun) exploring nature at Friendship Hill National Historic Site. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Randyland, visit Shadyside, steep yourself in history at Fort Ligonier, and step aboard USS Requin.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Pittsburgh route planning tool.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiports are Pittsburgh International Airport, Erie International Tom Ridge Field and Akron Fulton International Airport. In October, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 10°C.