Is Pittsburgh family friendly? We think so!! This is our tried and true list of all the top things to do in Pittsburgh with Kids.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is located in western PA and is home to professional sports teams, the Pittsburgh sandwich, and some amazing places to visit for a family vacation.
It is called the city of bridges because the Pittsburgh area has over 400 bridges located in downtown Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas.
We were fortunate to live in the city for 4 years. and have traveled back to visit numerous times to check out the family fun attractions.
We recently returned and have a comprehensive Pittsburgh Weekend Getaway itinerary to help you plan your visit.
My Top 5 Places to Visit in Pittsburgh PA
- Ride the Incline (Duquense or Monogahela)
- Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- The Andy Warhol Museum (Older Kids and Teens)
List of the Best Things to Do in Pittsburgh with Kids
This is where I will continue to add and remove annually. Be sure to check the attraction website for the most updated information. (Updated July 2024)
Sports in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is home to 3 major sports teams. If you are visiting during the season consider checking out a game. PNC Park(Pittsburgh Pirates) have one of the best baseball parks in the country.
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Pittsburgh Pirates
- Pittsburgh Penguins
Museums
There are so many museums in Pittsburgh. Fitting them all into a weekend might not be easy! On our recent visit we saw 8 of them!
I suggest checking them out to see what traveling exhibits might be there during your visit. The Science of Pixar (through January 2025) is at The Carnegie Science Center and was worth a visit.
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
- Carnegie Museum of Art
- Carnegie Science Center
- The Andy Warhol Museum
- Pittsburgh Children’s Museum
- Senator John Heinz History Center
- Fort Pitt Museum
Animals in Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
- National Aviary
Amusement Parks
- Kennywood
- Sandcastle Water Park
Unique Finds
- Phipps Conservatory
- Duquesne Incline
- Monongahela Incline
- Eat at Primanti Brothers
- The Mattress Factory
- Randyland
- Frank Lloyd Wrights Fallingwater
- Strip District
- Cathedral of Learning (Nationality Rooms & views of the city from 36th floor)
- Liberty Magic
Outdoor Activities
- Laurel Highlands Hiking Trails
- Point State Park
- Gateway Clipper
- The Montour Trail
We have visited most of these places over the years during our different visits to the city. As I learn about more I add them to the list, even if we haven’t visited them yet, they still might be a great family-destination in Pittsburgh to add to your trip!
There are so many things to do in Pittsburgh for a visit with or without kids. Let me know your favorite places in the comments.
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Leah has been traveling with her family of 5 since 2012 and sharing her expertise on planning family vacations and visiting theme parks since 2016. Leah has been featured in Visit Rochester, Undercover Tourist, and Home Publications. She has worked with brands like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Hersheypark, Toyota, and various Tourism boards and destinations. Leah creates family travel itineraries based on real trip experiences with her family. Her guides and tips help others plan great family vacations. Learn more about Leah and Five for the Road.
I think I would love to be one of your childs! hahahahahaha
Ha!!!
These look amazing. I have a really good blogging friend in Pittsburgh I need to go visit her and visit some of these places.
So fun!! It is a great city!
I love reading about places I have never been to, especially ones I have only heard about but never thought about visiting.
That incline looks amazing.
Your kids are very lucky to have such great adventures.
Thanks for reading!
These all look fun! I visited Pittsburgh many years ago and would love to go back. Hopefully we can visit soon and check these places out!
It is!! Thanks for reading!
There are so many nice things to do in Pittsburgh, I hope to get to visit it someday! I totally like the idea of a zoo with an aquarium, I am sure that the kids have a lot of fun there!
Yes! My kids loved it!
Yes it’s like two places for one!!
I had no idea there was SO much to do there. The Children’s Museum looks like a lot of fun!
I didn’t either until we lived there and had a chance to explore!
I love travel posts. What fun places to see and visit – especially with kids!
Thanks for reading!
Wow some of these sound truly amazing. Pittsburgh has never really been on my radar, but now I really want to go! It sounds like a great place to go on a family trip-The Botanical Gardens, Children’s Museum, and amusement park sound especially cool. Thanks for taking the time to write this thoughtful list.
It really is a great city to visit!
I had no idea they had an incline ride there! We did one in Tennessee a few years back and it was so much fun! Next time I am there for a Pirates game, I will have to check it out!
Yes! They have 2!! It is a gorgeous view!
So fun, would love to visit one day!
my hubby’s been to Pittsburgh and loves it! I don’t think he knew about half of these things to do. I love that they’re family friendly. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for reading! It really is a family friendly city!
Sounds like a perfect place to do a family trip! I’m all about zoos, aquariums and museums!
Yes!! Me too!!
These are all awesome! My husband’s family is from PGH, and we’ve done a few of these. My favorite is the zoo!!
The zoo is great!
It looks like an amazing city. I hope I get there someday! I love zoos so you sold it to me with that:)
Thanks for reading!!
So many fun things to do!! We would love to go back to visit Pittsburgh sometime! 🙂 Thanks for the great article. 🙂
Thanks for reading!! I try to go back once a year!