It is well known how Pittsburgh’s steel industry helped build the city, the region, and the country, but few think about the raw materials that are required to power such …
Read moreUncovering Pittsburgh’s Mining History at the Tour-Ed Mine and Museum
Throughout my many visits to western PA, I’ve had the chance to visit many of the best places to take photos in Pittsburgh. However, I’ve always wondered what it looked …
Read morePittsburgh From Above: Seeing the City from the Roof of PPG Place
If you love craft beer, Pittsburgh is a fantastic destination. The city and the surrounding suburbs are home to dozens of great breweries making every type of beer imaginable. Here …
I’ve spent a lot of time exploring the natural beauty of southwestern Pennsylvania, but until recently, I hadn’t visited anywhere in the region quite like Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. …
Read moreExploring the Beauty of Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh
Since 1960, one of the most popular annual events in western Pennsylvania has been Light Up Night in Pittsburgh. Held each year on the Friday before Thanksgiving, this is the …
Read moreLight Up Night in Pittsburgh: A Fantastic Kick Off for the Holiday Season
If you love Christmas lights, Pittsburgh is a fantastic destination. Throughout the downtown area, there are many fantastic spots to enjoy the beauty of the holiday season. Beginning on Light …
Read more9 Great Spots to See Christmas Lights in Pittsburgh
Located in Pittsburgh’s Highland Park, the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is a fantastic place for the entire family to visit. First opened in 1898 as the Highland Park Zoo, …
Read moreExploring the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium in Highland Park
Note: Just Ducky Tours are not running in 2019. This page will be left up in hopes that they run again in the future. Have you ever wanted to quack …
Read moreQuacking My Way Through Pittsburgh on a Just Ducky Tour
Looking for waterfalls near Pittsburgh, PA? You’re in luck because the region is home to some great waterfalls that are worth the drive. I’ve compiled some of my favorite waterfalls …
Want to learn fun facts about Pittsburgh, PA? You’ve come to the right place. Pittsburgh might be one of the most consequential cities in American history. From the late 19th …
Read more41 Fun Facts About Pittsburgh You Weren’t Taught in School