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    Top 10 Almost Free Things to do in Pittsburgh

     


 

1. Ride the Duquesne Incline

Take a ride on the Incline and enjoy the views of Pittsburgh in a unique way. The Incline still uses there original cable cars dating back to 1877.

2. Eat at Primanti Brothers

It would be hard not to associate Pittsburgh with "The Almost Famous" Primanti Brothers Sandwich. Over the past sixty-odd years Primanti’s has grown from a simple late-night diner to an acknowledged Pittsburgh Institution.

3. Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning

Located in the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning the Nationality Rooms are expressions of different nations around the world since 1938. Themes are rendered in wood and glass, iron and stone, fabric, color, and words

4. Pirates Game at PNC Park

Voted the # 1 ballpark in country, watching a ballgame at PNC Park on the North Side is simply a wonderful experience. The skyline, the ballpark, the food, its just perfect if you ask us. With tickets as cheap at 9 bucks, even if are not into baseball and only go for a few innings, it's worth every penny.

5. Large Fries at "The O" in Oakland

Make sure to bring some friends to help you cause there is plenty of fries to go around. There is simply nothing like a ordering a large order of fries at "The O" in Oakland. We recommend making the journey part of one of your Saturday nights out on the town, preferably around midnight or later. At the corner of Forbes and Bouquet in Oakland, the original Original has been a place to meet, grab a great dog, buy a six-pack or a pizza, hang out and enjoy incredible French fries since 1960. 

6. Watch a movie at the Drive In

Pack a load of your friend in a car and drive up to Moon Township about 10 minutes from Downtown to  watch the latest flick at the Dependable Drive. This is also a very nice family outing.


7. Mattress Factory  

Located in the North Side, the Mattress factory makes for a fun and interesting afternoon. See what happens when an artist turns an entire room into their art project! This is also a great date idea. 

8. Beer at the Church Brew Works

Located in Bloomfield the Church Brew works brew pub and restaurant was once a Church. By far, the most breathtaking element is the position of the brew house on the altar. Because the altar was built as a centerpiece of the church, the steel and copper tanks gleaming in the celestial blue backdrop is nothing less than captivating. 

 

9. Ice Cream at the Original Bruster's & Food at Jerry's Curb Service

Located next to each other in Bridgewater PA about 30 minutes from downtown, Bruster's and Jerry's Curb Service gives people to opportunity to enjoy an ice cream at the birthplace of Bruster's Ice Cream Store which was founded in 1989 and get some grub at an authentic 50's carhop where the waitresses serve you in roller skates. Since 1947, Jerry's Curb Service has been serving customers classic all-American fare like hearty sandwiches, thick hand-cut fries and the original steak salad - all in the comfort of their own automobiles.

10. Fresh Chocolate at the Sarris Candies Factory Store 

Take a quick drive up to Canonsburg PA and indulge yourself at the Sarris Candies Factor Store.  Many family members helped to build the business which has turned into a Canonsburg landmark. Today, the Sarris Chocolate Factory and Ice Cream Parlour fill an area the size of a football field with over 100 yards of chocolate, penny candy, ice cream and life-like plush toys. Can you say yum! This is also great for the kids!

 


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