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If you're looking for culture, Pittsburgh has a treasure trove of options, including a night at the , a concert from the city's or a show in . You can also cozy up with a book from the , a system that attracts over 2.9 million visitors a year.听

And with your 黑料正能量 Arts pass, many of our world-class museums and cultural institutions are available to you free of charge, including:

The Steel City has become known for its green living. Pittsburgh has 1,700 acres of听 and more trees per square mile than any other U.S. city. The city also has one of the world鈥檚 largest concentrations of certified听"green" buildings, including the Phipps Conservatory.

You don鈥檛 have to go very far to find a green space: runs adjacent to our campus. Its 456 leafy acres are ideal for a stroll, study time or relaxation. Just keep your eyes peeled for speeding carbon fiber torpedoes, as the elevation change in Schenley Park offers a grand stage for听Carnegie Mellon's听annual Buggy Race(opens in new window).

Take a walk or bike ride in Point State Park at the nexus of Pittsburgh's three rivers in the heart of downtown. Point State Park is a waypoint for trails and bike lanes in all directions, including the听听that goes all the way to Washington, D.C.

Thrill seekers can visit听, named among the best theme parks in the nation for its old-fashioned atmosphere and big-league roller coasters. As winter chills the air, take the bus downtown and test your ice skating skills on the 2,000 square foot .

Pittsburgh is known as the City of Champions thanks to the success of our professional sports teams: (football) (baseball), (hockey) and (soccer).听

Pittsburghers take pride in our teams, creating a sports culture and community unlike any other in the nation. In fact, our city ranks as the and the in the United States. The electric game-day atmosphere and performance of our teams make pro sports games a must-see for anyone visiting or living in Pittsburgh, and students can get discounted tickets through student-rush programs.

Eclectic cuisine has as much of a heritage in Pittsburgh as steel. If you've got an appetite for delicious, inventive multicultural food, our city's got you covered. Check out some of our favorites below:

Pittsburgh Staples听听

• - Originally a small community catering business, this South Side restaurant is now one of the best soul food spots in the city.
• 听- This So-Cal Mexican spot opened its first location in Oakland and is making its way across the country.
• - Nancy's East End Diner was a classic Wilkinsburg diner for decades. The revitalized location keeps the tradition going with locally sourced ingredients.听
• 听- This diner is famous for super-thin, crepe-like pancakes, and executes all your breakfast staples to perfection.
• 听- Pittsburgh works hard, so this original sandwich shop throws your fries right on top of your sandwich for your convenience. Check out the original location in the Strip District.

Hot Spots听

• 听- Get your veggie on! Apteka has some of the most inventive vegan cuisine in the city, and was named one of the 50 best restaurants in the country by the New York Times.
• - A must if you're visiting the Strip District, this Italian restaurant executes the essentials听perfectly. The gnocchi, cacio e pepe and branzino are all fantastic.
• - Enjoy live jazz, a Latin-inspired menu and the soulful ambience of this downtown staple. Reservations highly recommended.
• - This Scandinavian restaurant opened in 2024 and has quickly become one of the best restaurants in town. They even finished as a James Beard Finalist for Best New Restaurant in 2025.

听Take Out and Quick Bites

• 听- The North Side boasts some impressive take-out spots, but this traditional Trinidadian restaurant's especially good if you're looking for some delicious vegan food. Their bowls, roti and plantains are all top notch.
• - If you have a party to feed and a hankering for burritos, look no further. El Burro is famous for their taco trays and burrito platters, but they also have an extensive vegan and vegetarian menu. A new location in Regent Square now joins the original restaurant in the North Side.
• - People come from all over the city to visit this Homewood barbeque establishment specializing in both pork and turkey ribs.听听

Coffee, Tea and Something Sweet听

• - Named for Brighton Heights' California Ave. business district, California Coffee Bar is true Pittsburgh. Their build-your-own breakfast sandwiches are served all day and rival any in the city.
• 听- A true student hangout, you can curl up and relax in one of several locations in Oakland, Shadyside and Squirrel Hill.
• - This Homewood coffee shop with a cause offers space for community and connection along听with breakfast, lunch and a great cup of coffee.
• 听- This quaint and stellar espresso bar has locations in Squirrel Hill, Dormont and the fast-rising Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
• - In 2018, Food Network named its burnt almond torte the best cake in Pennsylvania. Sorry, funnel cake!