Location: Pittsburgh
Top Things to do in Pittsburgh
10 Specialty Museums in Pittsburgh That You Shouldn't Miss
Pittsburgh has been remade and reimagined. Think 24 miles of riverfront trails, beautiful parks and historic attractions. Home to 90 neighborhoods, the ‘Burgh feels authentic and unpretentious. No visit is complete without a trip to the Strip District or PNC Park, a ride up the Duquesne Incline or a stop at The Andy Warhol Museum. Architecture buffs love Pittsburgh for the amazing downtown buildings. Hollywood producers, do, too—the city has even been called the “Hollywood of the East."
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1. Bicycle Heaven
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 859 reviews
Bicycle Heaven is the World's largest bicycle museum and bike shop.
Reviewed By bridgetteb531
Free parking in a gated lot and free entrance to the museum and working bike repair shop. Amazing collection of bicycles and other items in fantastic condition! We met the owner/collector Craig and enjoyed chatting about his fun "hobby" - nice guy and truley passionate about bikes. Great trip down memory lane and seeing unique items that just put a smile on your face. If you're looking for something different to do rain or shine, pop in and visit - make sure to go to second floor to see it all! Vending machine snacks available, a nail salon/masseuse on premise and restrooms. Our 1st time in Pittsburg - We did trifecta tour of Bicycle Heaven, Music museum next door, and Randyland nearby. Fun way to spend a few hours!
2. Johnny Angel's Ginchy Stuff and Music Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Johnny Angel is a Pgh. Music Legend who worked with National Artists over a 50+ year career. The museum has exhibits from National Artist and Pittsburgh Music Legends. The gift shop is a collectibles paradise with Rock and Roll and Sports memorabilia, games, toys, books, records, autographs and framed artwork.
Reviewed By 354suep - Pittsburgh, United States
The memorabilia in this museum is truly "ginchy" (cool, groovy); The musical group, Johnny Angel and the Halos, perform music from the 50's thru the 70"s in the Pittsburgh area and have many of their albums, etc. for sale along with thousands of other items. It's a fun place to visit and you can spend time with the owner, Johnny, talking about the music industry. Call first to make sure the museum is open as he performs at different venues throughout the area.
3. Pinball Perfection
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Tlindahl242
This was a fun place to visit, the decor was entertaining, the entire first floor resembled a pinball machine floor. We did also enjoy a coffee. The only negative as to be expected on a Saturday night in Lawrenceville was the trouble parking. Neat place, five stars.
4. Engine House 25
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
5. Duquesne Incline
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,216 reviews
Scale Mount Washington in one of two original 1877 cable cars for a fun and unique ride and a breathtaking view of the Pittsburgh skyline when you reach the top of the 400-foot incline. Parking available across the street from our lower station at 1197 West Carson Street.
Reviewed By rodietraveler - Monticello, United States
Whether you love trains, living history, photography or just doing something different, riding Duquesne Incline is an inexpensive way to do all the above. The tram ride is smooth and fun. The historical cars and the stations are well preserved. At the top, go through the mini-tour and see how the cars move up and down the incline. While the scenery is great from the observation deck at the top, do yourself a favor and take a short walk to see the views at Point of View Park, which includes a sculpture about the city's history.
6. The Nationality Rooms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 502 reviews
Reviewed By JaniceE225 - Saint Louis, United States
A group of friends visiting Pittsburgh on vacation toured the Nationality Rooms on a Saturday afternoon. We chose a weekend day so we would not have to skip rooms that had classes. We were not aware that there are still new rooms being added, so we did not allow enough time to see all the rooms before closing time. We used the audio tour listening devices for the older rooms on the first floor. Newer rooms on the third floor have audio interpretation built into the room, so personal listening devices aren’t necessary. The rooms are beautiful and present whatever the specific country chose to represent in its room. Some examples were monasteries, classrooms, typical homes, etc. you could choose to just select a few rooms to visit or spend hours trying to see them all. This was a wonderful idea started by the University of Pittsburgh many years ago.
7. Frick Art and Historical Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 529 reviews
Reviewed By P5153NTchristinaw
What an unexpectedly lovely visit my husband and I had during a spare few hours we had in the Pittsburgh area. I loved seeing the blooming conservatory, had an exceptional tour of the Clayton house with a truly well informed guide/docent and we both get a great kick out of the historic carriages and cars. Don’t miss the actual Stubbs paintings in the sporting art exhibition, they are worth the visit alone. Everyone working here is friendly and well informed and wants to teach you all about this lovely museum and the local history it represents. If you loved Downton Abbey, come see the American version of the gilded 1%!
8. The Clemente Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
The Clemente Museum is dedicated to preserving the memory and legacy of "The Great One", Roberto Clemente. The museum is located in a restored historical firehouse, Engine House 25. The Museum is open by appointment only for guided tours which do require a reservation.
Reviewed By toil4travel - Philadelphia, United States
It was the early 1960s when, as a kid, I knew Baseball, The Pittsburgh Pirates, and especially Roberto Clemente, would always be my favorites! Having followed baseball like a religion and collected for decades, I was fortunate to visit The Clemente Museum on Penn Ave. The tasteful presentation and attention to detail are astonishing! There is an amazing variety of Clemente memorabilia presented with tasteful intrinsic design. While the photographs alone are worth the visit, and The Clemente Charger may be the focal point, my favorite item was the suit Roberto wore for an interview with the Gunner. True fans may remember that Roberto was often misunderstood and frequently maligned, when others would have been the toast of MLB. Perhaps an even greater stroke of luck, was that I was able to speak briefly with the owner/founder/ curator Duane Rieder. It is no accident that everything is carefully planned and executed by perhaps one of the most knowledgeable persons about Roberto outside of the Clemente family. I learned the incredible firehouse was decommissioned the day Roberto was lost in the tragic crash and now he and it share their legacy in the same place... in a moving tribute. While Roberto Clemente may have had a different platform, Mr. Rieder rivals him in work ethic and philanthropy to all of those with whom he comes in contact. For me, it felt as if there were no “coincidences”, only more treasures waiting to be revealed to the careful observer.
9. Randyland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
Randyland is the home of artist, Randy Gilson. Located in the Mexican War Streets district of Pittsburgh's Northside, the Randyland courtyard is open most everyday between 10:00pm and 7:00pm. Visitors are welcome to come and explore the public art displays in and around the property. Using paints, plants, plastic animals, yard sale finds and discarded construction materials, creator Randy Gilson has transformed his home and surrounding buildings into a colorful Pittsburgh landmark. This vibrant set of buildings is a centerpiece that continues to attract both tourists and locals.
Reviewed By carlabqtpie - Montvale, United States
Really fun to see. Makes for great pictures. A little outside the center of everything, but close enough and worth the trip. I'm glad I went, would recommend to put it on the list of things to do when visiting Pittsburgh.
