4 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 20th (Wed): get engrossed in the history at Cathedral of Learning, then admire the natural beauty at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, then take in the awesome beauty at Mount Washington, and finally stop by Larrimor's. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get to know the resident critters at National Aviary, take an in-depth tour of Photo Antiquities Museum of Photographic History, then take an in-depth tour of Senator John Heinz History Center, and finally wander the streets of Strip District.

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Austin to Pittsburgh is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Austin in January, with highs in Pittsburgh at 35°F and lows at 21°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) early enough to travel back home.