The 10 Best Walking Tours in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA)

December 23, 2021 Malia Yoakum

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. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Pittsburgh by Operation City Quest

Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunt of Pittsburgh
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Explore Pittsburgh with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Pittsburgh

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote guide , All scavenger hunt activities, Free app download, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

6. Explore Pittsburgh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

21 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Zombie Scavengers of Pittsburgh

Zombie Scavengers scavenger hunt of Pittsburgh, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Zombie Scavengers, you'll use an app to collect points by finding survival items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform zombie themed challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Pittsburgh.

Inclusions: All Activities, 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

7. Pittsburgh City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by 3Quest Challenge

21 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA 3Quest Challenge of Pittsburgh

3Quest Challenge of Pittsburgh is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. For every photo you submit, you'll get points. You'll be able to see your score on the rankings after compared to all who have played across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Pittsburgh.

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

8. Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Pittsburgh by Wacky Walks

21 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Wacky Walks of Pittsburgh

Wacky Walks scavenger hunt of Pittsburgh, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Wacky Walks, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Pittsburgh

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

9. Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Pittsburgh by Crazy Dash

21 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA Crazy Dash of Pittsburgh

Walk around Pittsburgh while completing the Crazy Dash scavenger hunt. Use an app to find a list of objects around the city and participate in fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others around the country! All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Pittsburgh.

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

10. A Native Ancient Journey Across Southeast Ohio

Marietta, OH 45750, USA Mountain Man Journeys LLC

16,-23,000 years ago, prehistoric Siberians enter Alaska. The Ice Age "traps" them for thousands of years. But as continental glaciers melt away, these "Paleo Indians" spread across the New World, ancestors to most Native Americans today. Immerse yourself in their ancient, interesting and historic contexts in the Ohio area. Amazing destinations from the hidden world of Native Americans might draw from: archeological sites, rock art, native festivals, ancient earthworks, displays of native items, guest speakers, stone tool sites, ceremonies, etc. Hosts Gemma Pocahontas & The Mountain Man; our journeys are a museum to 500+ near-secret places throughout the Northeast - woven & spun into immersive significant authentic thoughtful explorations that linger in the mind... Photo Tips for picture taking, compelling depth for your FB / IG / YT / TW / Pin followers!

Inclusions: All activities Listed, Professional Guide (English)

Exclusions: No pickup/drop-off is offered, No transportation provided - Drive your own vehicle between stops, Gratuities, Lodging / Your personal expenses./ tolls and parking, Neither food or drink is included, Entrance Costs

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