Indigo Cottage guidebook
Sightseeing
A fountain at the confluence of the three rivers: Allegheny, Monongahela and Columbus!
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Point State Park Fountain
601 Commonwealth PlA fountain at the confluence of the three rivers: Allegheny, Monongahela and Columbus!
These rooms celebrate the culture of the diverse communities of Pittsburgh.
Website: https://www.nationalityrooms.pitt.edu/
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Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning
4200 Fifth AveThese rooms celebrate the culture of the diverse communities of Pittsburgh.
Website: https://www.nationalityrooms.pitt.edu/
A landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the 535-foot-tall Cathedral is the second-tallest educational building in the world after the University of Moscow’s main building.
In recent years, families of peregrine falcons have nested atop the Cathedral.
Website: https://www.tour.pitt.edu/tour/cathedral-learning
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Cathedral of Learning
4200 Fifth AveA landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the 535-foot-tall Cathedral is the second-tallest educational building in the world after the University of Moscow’s main building.
In recent years, families of peregrine falcons have nested atop the Cathedral.
Website: https://www.tour.pitt.edu/tour/cathedral-learning
A green oasis in the middle of Pittsburgh’s vibrant Oakland neighborhood, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens.
Website: https://www.phipps.conservatory.org/
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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley DriveA green oasis in the middle of Pittsburgh’s vibrant Oakland neighborhood, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens.
Website: https://www.phipps.conservatory.org/
The only independent indoor nonprofit aviary in the United States.
It is also the country's largest aviary, and the only one accorded honorary "National" status by the United States Congress.
Website: https://www.aviary.org/
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National Aviary
700 Arch StThe only independent indoor nonprofit aviary in the United States.
It is also the country's largest aviary, and the only one accorded honorary "National" status by the United States Congress.
Website: https://www.aviary.org/
PNC Park is home to the Pittsburgh Pirates MLB team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Since 2001, PNC Park has been known as one of the best MLB ballparks today.
The stadium sits on the Allegheny River with fantastic views of downtown Pittsburgh.
Website: https://www.mlb.com/pirates/ballpark
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PNC Park
115 Federal StPNC Park is home to the Pittsburgh Pirates MLB team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Since 2001, PNC Park has been known as one of the best MLB ballparks today.
The stadium sits on the Allegheny River with fantastic views of downtown Pittsburgh.
Website: https://www.mlb.com/pirates/ballpark
Beautiful stadium by the river!
Home of the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League and the Pittsburgh Panthers of the University of Pittsburgh
Heinz Field - Stage AE Lot
400 N Shore DrBeautiful stadium by the river!
Home of the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League and the Pittsburgh Panthers of the University of Pittsburgh
Won the Best Place To Take Kids in @PittsburghMag's Best of the 'Burgh poll!
Website: https://www.pittsburghzoo.org/
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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
7370 Baker StWon the Best Place To Take Kids in @PittsburghMag's Best of the 'Burgh poll!
Website: https://www.pittsburghzoo.org/
Canton Street
Canton StreetThe steepest officially recorded public street in the United States.
Arts & Culture
Named in honor of Pittsburgh natives Gene Kelly and Billy Strayhorn, the Kelly Strayhorn Theater is a performing arts center located at 5941 Penn Avenue in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Website: https://kelly-strayhorn.org/
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Kelly Strayhorn Theater
5941 Penn AveNamed in honor of Pittsburgh natives Gene Kelly and Billy Strayhorn, the Kelly Strayhorn Theater is a performing arts center located at 5941 Penn Avenue in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Website: https://kelly-strayhorn.org/
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Located on Pittsburgh's North Side since 1977, the Mattress Factory (named for its location in a former Stearns & Foster Mattress Factory Warehouse) is considered the best facility for installation art in the country.
Website: https://mattress.org/
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Mattress Factory Museum
509 Sampsonia Way
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Located on Pittsburgh's North Side since 1977, the Mattress Factory (named for its location in a former Stearns & Foster Mattress Factory Warehouse) is considered the best facility for installation art in the country.
Website: https://mattress.org/
A grassroots artist collective that unifies creative networks, genres, and mediums through the common thread of art, music, and performance.
Website: https://www.redfishbowl.com/
Redfishbowl
4327 Butler StreetA grassroots artist collective that unifies creative networks, genres, and mediums through the common thread of art, music, and performance.
Website: https://www.redfishbowl.com/
Carnegie Museum of Art
4400 Forbes AveWebsite: https://cmoa.org/
The Andy Warhol Museum tells Andy Warhol's story and explores his legacy through the largest collection of Warhol art and archives in the world
Website: https://www.warhol.org/
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The Andy Warhol Museum
117 Sandusky StThe Andy Warhol Museum tells Andy Warhol's story and explores his legacy through the largest collection of Warhol art and archives in the world
Website: https://www.warhol.org/
The Frick Pittsburgh is a fascinating complex of museums and historical buildings located on nearly six acres of lawns and gardens in Pittsburgh's residential neighborhood, Point Breeze
Website: https://www.thefrickpittsburgh.org/
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The Frick Pittsburgh
7227 Reynolds StThe Frick Pittsburgh is a fascinating complex of museums and historical buildings located on nearly six acres of lawns and gardens in Pittsburgh's residential neighborhood, Point Breeze
Website: https://www.thefrickpittsburgh.org/
Pittsburgh Public Theater
621 Penn AveCafe
Closest coffee shop to the home, serving single-origin coffee from different parts of the world
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Commonplace Coffee — Voluto
5467 Penn AveClosest coffee shop to the home, serving single-origin coffee from different parts of the world
This authentic, Bohemian-style tearoom is something between a bar and a church; it is a place for relaxation and community. With over 100 teas from around the world, our multicultural atmosphere is sure to have something for everyone!
Website: https://dobrateapgh.com/
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Dobra Tea Pittsburgh
1937 Murray AveThis authentic, Bohemian-style tearoom is something between a bar and a church; it is a place for relaxation and community. With over 100 teas from around the world, our multicultural atmosphere is sure to have something for everyone!
Website: https://dobrateapgh.com/
Margaux
5947 Penn AvenueBiddle's Escape
401 Biddle AveKaibur Coffee
3138 Dobson StKLVN Coffee Lab
6600 Hamilton AvenueEspresso A Mano
3623 Butler StLa Prima Espresso Company - Downtown
1100 Smallman StreetBakery, Ice cream, Dessert
Anything from plain croissants to their famous almond croissants, a taste of France in Pittsburgh.
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La Gourmandine
4605 Butler StAnything from plain croissants to their famous almond croissants, a taste of France in Pittsburgh.
Dana's Bakery is a full line retail bakery shop specializing in doughnuts to cookies, wedding cakes, sweet potato pies
Dana's Bakery
720 N Homewood AveDana's Bakery is a full line retail bakery shop specializing in doughnuts to cookies, wedding cakes, sweet potato pies
Allegro Hearth Bakery in the Squirrel Hill area of Pittsburgh, specializes in crusty European breads, a significant proportion of what’s on offer is vegan, from the ciabatta and focaccia to the traditional French peasant or cracked wheat loaves.
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Allegro Hearth Bakery
2034 Murray AveAllegro Hearth Bakery in the Squirrel Hill area of Pittsburgh, specializes in crusty European breads, a significant proportion of what’s on offer is vegan, from the ciabatta and focaccia to the traditional French peasant or cracked wheat loaves.
The Butterwood Bake Consortium
5222 Butler StMillie's Homemade Ice Cream
246 Forbes AveHomemade ice cream!
5349 Penn Ave
Local bakery and small business.
Breakfast and Brunch
Geppetto Cafe
4121 Butler StCafe Raymond
2009 Penn AveBarb's Corner Kitchen
4711 Butler StAn American diner experience!
Mario's South Side Saloon
1514 East Carson StreetPoint Brugge Cafe
401 Hastings StFood scene
Spork
5430 Penn AveSMOKE barbeque taqueria
4115 Butler StreetSalem Halal Market & Grill
2923 Penn AveTry their Shawarma and visit the halal market!
Pusadee's Garden
5319 Butler StThai food in a beautiful garden.
Con Alma Downtown
613 Penn AvenueLive jazz, food and beverages!
DiAnoia's Eatery
2549 Penn AveModern Italian food!
Umami
202 38th StJapanese food and great cocktails!
The Abbey on Butler Street
4635 Butler StPub with draft beer and good food!
Chengdu Gourmet
5840 Forward AveAuthentic Chinese food!
Build-your-own bowls & wraps at this fast-casual Indian restaurant
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Choolaah Indian BBQ
6114 Centre AveBuild-your-own bowls & wraps at this fast-casual Indian restaurant
Morcilla
3519 Butler StTapas!
APTEKA
4606 Penn AveEuropean-inspired vegan plates, plus cocktails & beer.
El Sabor
4100 Penn AvenueLatin Kitchen serving Mexican cuisine and a variety of Latin food from South America.
La Palapa
2224 E Carson StAuthentic Mexican food!
Casbah
229 S Highland AveMediterranean eatery & wine bar
Meat & Potatoes
649 Penn AveRamen Bar
5860 Forbes AveGood ramen!
Leon's Caribbean Food
823 E Warrington AveCilantro & Ajo
901 E Carson StVenezuelan Street Food
Secretos
145 East 8th AvenuePuerto Rican Food
Libations
Hip, unpretentious bar featuring wines, craft beer, cocktails & cheese platters, plus kitschy art.
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The Allegheny Wine Mixer Inc
5326 Butler StHip, unpretentious bar featuring wines, craft beer, cocktails & cheese platters, plus kitschy art.
Arsenal Cider House & Wine Cellar
300 39th StThreadbare Cider House
1291 Spring Garden AveArtisan small batch whiskey distillery, grab a bottle! They make for great gifts.
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Wigle Whiskey
2401 Smallman StArtisan small batch whiskey distillery, grab a bottle! They make for great gifts.
Tiki bar serving Polynesian-inspired cocktails & bar snacks in tropical surrounds.
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Hidden Harbor
1708 Shady AveTiki bar serving Polynesian-inspired cocktails & bar snacks in tropical surrounds.