The 10 Best Tours in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA)

April 5, 2022 Chanda Heide

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."
Restaurants in Pittsburgh

1. Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh

Hard Rock Cafe, 230 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Rock your senses with a prix-fixe menu at the Pittsburgh Hard Rock Cafe. Classic American cooking comes to the heart of Steel City, where you’ll enjoy a 2- or 3-course meal with your choice of theme. Each option comes with a drink (coffee, tea or soda) and dessert. Expect entrees like the classic cheeseburger, a half-rack of hickory-smoked ribs, salmon, steak and even some vegetarian options. Love All - Serve All!

Inclusions: Preferred seating, One meal per person based on menu selected, Beverage: choice of soft drink, coffee or tea, Gratuities, All Taxes

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Additional menu items outside the selected menu

Reviewed By Suzanne R

Enjoyed our dinner of drinks, sandwich and salad. The service was just right. The memorabilia/decor and music finished off a nice evening.

2. Best of the Burgh Walking Tour

1049 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Walk the Burgh Tours
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5.0 based on 45 reviews

Join us in this urban adventure where we'll show you some memorable sites, accompanied by a great narrative that will give you a profound understanding of this city. Learn all about the outstanding architecture, fascinating history, the lives of former titans of industry as well as fun hidden public art pieces of the Steel City. Get to see the main sites but also discover gems off the beaten paths. - Our tour guides are locals who truly love their city, they are very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for you if you are particularly interested in something. Groups are kept small to provide a personal experience. Kids and dogs are welcome as well!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Coupons from our restaurant partners, Local guide, A whole lot of fun! :-)

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity

Reviewed By chadgF4175EO

It was a good time and a good way to see the city. We had a large group and the tour guide made sure to include everyone. I would recommend checking it out.

3. Whiskey Walking Tour

1049 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Walk the Burgh Tours
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​Love whiskey? Walking? Pittsburgh? This sounds like the tour for you! From the mill to the still, whiskey has been a cornerstone in Pittsburgh's history. Join our whiskey history tour, where you will discover how whiskey has fueled political, labor and social movements throughout the region. We start the tour with a sample of the oldest and longest continuously produced whiskey in America (or a hot toddy for the colder days) As we walk the streets of Downtown, you'll learn about the violent Whiskey Rebellion, hidden former (as well as existing!) speakeasies around the city, how Prohibition affected the region, the revival of craft spirits, and Wigle’s own history as local and family-owned business. You will get 3 additional samples of whiskey from Wigle at the end of the tour. - Please note: This is NOT a bar crawl but a whiskey history tour with a final tasting. Adults 21+ only; children welcome with supervision; approx. 1 mile of walking

Inclusions: Coupons from our restaurant partners, Bottled water, 4 small samples of locally distilled whiskey, Hot tea on colder days, Local guide, A whole lot of fun! :-)

Exclusions: Whiskey cocktails after the tour for $5 (optional), Gratuity

Reviewed By chadgF4175EO

It was a good time and a good way to see the city. We had a large group and the tour guide made sure to include everyone. I would recommend checking it out.

4. Fire in the Valley- Carnegie Steel and the Town That Built America

Duquesne Incline, 1197 W Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA DeBolt Unlimited Travel
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Pittsburgh's Steel Valley along the Monongahela River made the steel which built America and fueled the Arsenal of Democracy for two World Wars. It was also the site of the Battle of Homestead 9 July 1892, the most consequential armed confrontation between workers and company-employed strikebreakers in American History.

Inclusions: Certified guide, Private transportation, Extraordinary extensive personal narration the length of the Experience

Exclusions: Gratuities, Landing and facility fees

Reviewed By Lisagerm

George was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and pleasant! We had a wonderful time exploring the great city of Pittsburgh!

5. Simply Steps: A City Steps Tour of Troy Hill and Spring Garden

16th St + Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Walk the Burgh Tours
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While Pittsburgh is commonly known as the "City of Bridges," it also tops the charts in the number of public city steps. ​​With over 800 stairways throughout many of its 90 neighborhoods, these "paper streets" can be a fun place to explore. Join us on a stairway adventure through Troy Hill and Spring Garden.You'll learn about the history of this special form of pedestrian travel and two neighborhoods that played essential roles in the city's early economic development. Comfortable and sturdy shoes are required. Please note that two flights on this tour require participants to climb up ~150 steps, go down two flights of ~100 steps, and occasionally navigate uneven terrain.

Inclusions: Coupons from our restaurant partners, Local and knowledgeable guide, A whole lot of fun! :-)

Exclusions: Gratuity, Lunch

Reviewed By chadgF4175EO

It was a good time and a good way to see the city. We had a large group and the tour guide made sure to include everyone. I would recommend checking it out.

6. Private Helicopter Tour

15 Allegheny County Airport, West Mifflin, PA 15122, USA Pittsburgh Heli
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Aviation is fascinating and mysterious at the same time. For me it is way more than just a transportation, it is love.

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Reviewed By graziellamachado

Great travel, great people, great team and tour! I hope to return as soon as, and I wish to do this experience again!

7. Sip of Pittsburgh Brew Tour

Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania City Brew Tours
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During this five hour tour visit 3 of Pittsburgh’s best breweries including Couch, Allegheny City, Strange Roots, 11th Hour, and many more! From regional large-scale breweries to tiny nano-breweries you'll get to see the top beer producers in Pittsburgh! Also included on this tour is a tasty beer flavored pretzel snack.

Inclusions: Beer tastings, Round-trip transportation in our CBT passenger vans., Alcoholic Beverages, A gratuity is included in the ticket price for groups of 4 or more. No need to tip.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guests under 21 years of age

Reviewed By R3283OGlaural

Very enjoyable tour. Clayton was our guide. He was very knowledgeable, polite and courteous, He went above and beyond to make sure we had great experience.

8. Essential Pittsburgh Experience - The One Tour to Take

Duquesne Incline Parking West Carson Street Pittsburgh, 1197 W Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA DeBolt Unlimited Travel
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4.9 based on 162 reviews

Pittsburgh is One of the Coolest Cities on Planet Earth...and the Mission of Pittsburgh's Best Tour Guide will be to convince you why! You will see the sights, learn the stories, and hear oral history delivered in a bright and breezy style from a 7th Generation Pittsburgher whose ancestors "Greeted the Indians".

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Admission to attractions, Souvenirs

Reviewed By H2PDuzz

George has an immense knowledge of the history of Pittsburgh and an enjoyable way of presenting all he knows. He was able to accommodate a group of bigger than 4. Would recommend to anyone (local or from out of town).

9. Black & Ghost Tour

1049 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Walk the Burgh Tours
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4.9 based on 22 reviews

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Don't worry about picking up any ghostly travelers; the entirety of the tour takes place outdoors! Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? - Our tour guides are locals who truly love their city, they are very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for you if you are particularly interested in something. Groups are kept small to provide a personal experience. Kids and dogs are welcome as well!

Inclusions: Coupons from our restaurant partners, Local guide, A whole lot of fun! :-), a chilled bottle of water on hot days

Exclusions: Dinner, Gratuity

Reviewed By Roam345290

I enjoyed learning about the history and culture of PIttsburgh and the men who influenced it. Seeing all the buildings and different styles if architecture was interesting. Corrie is an enthusiastic, knowledgeable tour guide. Her presentation gave me a new appreciation for the city.

10. Pittsburgh Private Tours

Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Free Pittsburgh Walking Tours
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There’s no better way to see Pittsburgh than with a private guide to show you the most interesting spots and share their knowledge about the city. Get to know the hidden secrets and fascinating history lying around every corner of downtown, take the Duquesne Incline up Mt. Washington for the best view of the city, see the old Heinz factory, drive up the steepest public street in America, and explore all the coolest neighborhoods of Pittsburgh! Go to the top of the Cathedral of Learning, the tallest educational building in the Western hemisphere. See Andy Warhol’s childhood home, Mr. Roger's home and studio and visit the former Heinz factory while speaking Pittsburghese “so yinz can fit in n’at.” I’ll tell you how Pittsburgh came to be known as the “Steel City,” about legendary Pittsburghers like Andrew Carnegie and Henry J. Heinz, and how the Pittsburgh Renaissance turned Pittsburgh from a smoky, industrial city into “America’s Most Livable City.”

Inclusions: Local guide, Vehicular transportation with air conditioning/heating (Steel City Tour only), Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation (Steel City Tour only), Parking costs during tour (Steel City Tour only)

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Reviewed By acb297

Leila lead an excellent tour! Very highly recommended. We learned a lot about the city's history, architecture, and it's quirks.

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