Commences: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Duration: 6 hours
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Combine the fabulous history and culture of Pittsburgh into this one, great combination tour! Firstly, a study in contrast takes you to the old and the new in Pittsburgh. See many of the city's sites including the likes of Pittsburgh's three rivers and Point State Park. Also learn of the development of Pittsburgh, from a fort in the wilderness to one of Americas Most Livable Cities. This comprehensive 6-hour tour is not to be missed!
This tour is seasonal and operates from 1 April to 31 October only.
A study in contrast takes you to the old and the new in Pittsburgh. Your tour begins with a ride on the historic Duquesne Incline to the top of Mt. Washington for a spectacular view of Pittsburgh's three rivers and Point State Park where the city of Pittsburgh all began. In 1753, a frontiersman names Christopher Gist led young George Washington to the land of the Three Rivers. Travel to old Allegheny City, now known as the North Side, to Manchester, Mexican War Streets, Millionaire's Row and Calvary Church. Journey past the Carnegie Science Center, PNC Park, Heinz Field and the Andy Warhol Museum. A lunch stop is made at Station Square before continuing on with the second half of the tour. Learn of the development of Pittsburgh, from a fort in the wilderness to Americas Most Livable City. This comprehensive tour includes a stop at the West End Overlook with its magnificent view of the Golden Triangle. The tour will cover downtown Pittsburgh, including Pittsburgh's Crown Jewel, PPG Place and Oakland, the city's cultural center. A visit to the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning and its Nationality Classrooms is one of the many highlights on this tour. |
