Location: Natrona Heights
Top Things to do in Natrona Heights
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Natrona Heights is an unincorporated community in Harrison Township, Allegheny County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania; it is located in Western Pennsylvania within the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Statistical Area, approximately 24 miles (39 km) northeast of Pittsburgh. Natrona Heights is situated near the Allegheny River, Natrona, Brackenridge, and Tarentum.
Restaurants in Natrona Heights
1. Tour-Ed Coal Mine
Overall Ratings
5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By tinky1242013 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
My mother and I went here on a rainy day in Pennsylvania. The museum is great with many things that have become antiques and miner's equipment. The staff is very helpful and nice. The tour inside the mine was informative with many mining equipment still in operating use. The train got stuck coming out of the mine due to the battery running down too low. but the staff got the train running within minutes and we safely arrived out with no harm. Maybe they should get a second train to avoid this problem in the future. It was fun and I would definitely go again. Make sure to bring a jacket as the mine is a cool 52 degrees inside.
2. Wooden Door Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By SouthhillsCritic - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
My wife and I travel to different wineries all over Pennsylvania, WV, and Ohio, and every state that we are visiting on vacation we find a winery. This one has been our radar for some time. On Saturday, we finally decided to try this place out.
This is the new location. Do not be confused it is in a church. The lower part is very nice. The bar setup is a decent size to allow yourself the ability to try out the different wines that they have available. What is nice about this place is that they do have 3 beers on tap. This is good for those men who do not like wine. This attracts people to your location.
They do not have a restaurant, but they did have a catering service that offered small food items such as meat and cheese tray, and smaller appetizer items.
I tried all of the reds except a Pingo Grigio on the whites and they were great. My wife tried the whites and they were good. Rarely do we visit a winery where all of the wines we try we liked. I will say if you like dry reds the Shiraz is different. It's dry, but at the end, it's semi-sweet.
The waiters were very nice at the place. We purchased a bottle of the Chardonnay to drink at the location and purchased a 1/2 case to go. The only thing is that I asked for a Pino and didn't realize until I left that I received a Corot Noir instead. It was a mistake no big deal. One thing is the wine list I have attached the photo. Some of the wines aren't available to taste but to purchase.
3. Kiski Junction Railroad
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Take an hour-long scenic ride through the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside on this railroad.
Reviewed By TFopinion - Pennsylvania
This is a very basic railroad with a simple depot and nondescript location but operated by a staff dedicated to making your train ride the best it can be. Our experience was with a bus tour on a railroading ramble in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
This short line going to the dam isn't the most scenic - rough looking houses/shacks, abandoned buildings but along the river - but the narrative provided along the way is priceless. The folks operating the Kiski appear to have lived most, if not all, their lives here so their narrative combines not only the visual but also unique insights into local history that only they could share. They do a great job.
Once you reach the dam and stop for pictures, you head south (I think) back past the depot and to the bridge where they stop the train over the river for a short while. There are both inside cars as well as a covered, open air car. Trip time is about 1 1/2 hours, I believe. As a fan of old short lines and engines, this was fun complimented by a great staff.
4. La Casa Narcisi Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Great winery with a new restaurant attached (La Vite).
Reviewed By Loretta S - Johnstown, Pennsylvania
We joined friends at La Vita Ristorante which is inside the La Casa Narcisi Winery. They set out several bottles of wine for us to sample. I tried the Concord, Moscato, Riesling and Niagara. I enjoyed them all, but liked the Niagara the best. For appetizers, I sampled the calamari fritti (very good) and zucchini fritti served with marinara sauce (very good). I did not try the grilled Portobella Mushroom. They served bread and butter. Salads are a la carte. I ordered the Caesar Salad (good, but small). I ordered the Seafood Canneloni ( 3 homemade tubes of pasta stuffed with shrimp, lobster, crabmeat, spinach and ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella cheese and baked in a sherry cream sauce.) I felt for the price it was not a large serving compared to what others had ordered. My husband had the Chicken Milan (breaded chicken panned seared and baked with a mozzarella topping and served on herb linguini with marinara sauce. He said it was OK. For dessert, I had the cheesecake topped with strawberries (OK). My husband had the cannollies. They were drizzled with chocolate and the ends were dipped in chopped pistachio nuts. He prefers them plain. They have a diverse menu which is on the expensive side. I guess all in all the meal was OK, but wine and friends made it special. You can just come for the winery. They have an outdoor pavilion where you can bring your own food, but buy their wine and listen to music. Check their website for events. You can sample a variety of wines inside and they have a gift shop.
5. Rachael Carson House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By bettyc670 - pittsburgh pa
My ladies club toured the home of this famous author of The Silent Spring. If you are expecting loads of fancy antiques and decorated rooms you will be disappointed. Rachael Carson and family lived a simple life with the mother cooking in a dirt floor lean to kitchen.Very narrow steep steps lead to the upstairs of the house which precludes visitation by anyone with physical limitations. Of far more interest than the house itself is the presentation by the oh so informed volunteers. My tour guide made history come alive for me and I could see Rachael in my mind's eye.I loved every minute.Many pictures of Rachel including one of her testifying in Congress. There is a small gift shop for organic teas,soaps, books and CD's.
6. Enter The Imaginarium
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Enter the Imaginarium is part escape room, part immersive adventure and completely unlike anything you’ve ever encountered before. The Imaginarium is not meant to be frightening, but some may find it disorienting, as its rooms are highly sensory based and intentionally deceptive. Recommended for adults through age 12.
Reviewed By jsr9858 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Had an absolute BLAST! Highly recommend it for any group get together- played with ten people and we were all active, challenged and thoroughly entertained. The staff was a joy. Both rooms were well thought out and beautifully designed. Can't wait to go back, especially with a new room coming soon!
7. Hartwood Acres
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By loribob67 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
We are lucky to live less than a mile away from this great place. It is wonderful for walking/jogging through the beautiful wooded property. Also, every Sunday night they have free summer concerts. It’s really nice to bring the family, some chair, a blanket and picnic basket and enjoy the concert. It is not to be missed if the weather is nice and you live in the North Hills.
8. Founders Field
9. The River's Edge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Jim G - Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania
River's Edge rents & sells kayaks & canoes. They will provide a life jacket & transportation to your launch & pickup at your ending location. The owners Evelyn and Neill Andritz are 2 of the nicest people you will ever meet. There are excursions for the beginner & experienced. You can take a short trip on the river or spend the entire day. Bring a camera as the entire trip is unbelievably scenic. Be sure to bring a waterproof bag to store food, snacks & your camera. Plenty of liquids is a must, (no alcohol), ice & a first aid kit as a safety precaution. Wear shoes that are conducive to being in the water & a non skid sole. The rocks are covered with algae and as slippery as ice. There may be low water spots where you have to exit the canoe or kayak & drag it for a few minutes. Or you may get stuck on a rock & have to exit. Bring snacks & pack a lunch. There are any places along the Kiski River where you can pull ashore, eat your lunch & enjoy the peace and quiet. Take your time, relax, rest your arms, enjoy the scenery & the quiet.
10. Riverside Drive-in Vandergrift Pa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By smittyPGH3 - Vandergrift, Pennsylvania
The drive-in is fantastic. They are always very busy as they are the only drive-in in the Kiski Valley. They typically show 2 movies per night starting when it is dark. You are allowed to bring food and drinks, but the concession stand is very convenient and can fulfill any of your wants. The staff is very courteous and will help with anything you need. The value cannot be beat. They charge $8 for adults and $4 for kids. Even if you stay for just 1 movie, tickets are extremely cheap. Plus, you experience something different and that has value in itself. A must do for families and romantics alike in the summer.
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