2 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.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Fri): stroll the grounds of Allegheny Cemetery, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Heinz Memorial Chapel, then stop by Pennsylvania Macaroni Company, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Washington. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a stroll through Shadyside, then wander the streets of The Strip District, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Anthony Chapel, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Pittsburgh Public Market in the Strip.

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If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airports are Pittsburgh International Airport, Erie International Tom Ridge Field and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in September, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.