Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

About

Pittsburgh is a city located in the county of Allegheny in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 305,704 and a population density of 2,023 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 299,226 inhabitants.

The city was created 266 years ago in 1758.

Pittsburgh is a city located in western Pennsylvania at the intersection of 3 rivers: the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio. With 300,000 residents, it is Pennsylvania's second largest city.

Once a steel manufacturing powerhouse, Pittsburgh has transitioned to an economy based on healthcare, tech, education and tourism. The city has a picturesque downtown with major sports teams.

Top Attractions and Activities

The Andy Warhol Museum

This museum celebrates Pittsburgh native and famous pop artist Andy Warhol through interactive exhibits of his art, films, and archives.

Point State Park

Located where Pittsburgh's 3 rivers meet, this park has beautiful fountains, trails, and views. It hosts major events and festivals.

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

This zoo has fun interactive exhibits like the African Savanna. The aquarium houses penguins, sharks, sea otters and more.

Heinz Field

Watch the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers play at this stadium along the riverfront. Public tours are available on non-game days.

Kayaking the Rivers

Take a scenic kayak tour along the Allegheny, Monongahela or Ohio Rivers for unique city views. Rentals and excursions are available.

Planning Your Visit

Spring and fall offer comfortable weather for exploring. Summers are humid, and winters cold and snowy.

Downtown has luxury hotels while budget options cluster around highways and transit hubs.

Pittsburgh's public transit includes light rail, buses, an incline and even funicular. Driving provides easy access throughout the metro.

Quick Facts about Pittsburgh

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Geography

Pittsburgh is located at 40°26'26"N 79°59'45"W (40.4406200, -79.9958900).

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People born in Pittsburgh, including film producer David O. Selznick, dancer, actor, singer, director, producer and choreographer Gene Kelly, computer programmer and technologist Brendan Eich, .

List

• Jamie Zawinski (American programmer) he was born in 03/11/1968
• William Powell (American actor) he was born in 29/07/1892
• Scott Glenn (American actor) he was born in 26/01/1941
• DeJuan Blair (American basketball player) he was born in 22/04/1989
• Jim Kelly (American football quarterback) he was born in 14/02/1960
• Zachary Quinto (American actor and film producer) he was born in 02/06/1977
• Burton Morris (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1964
• Robert J. Steinmiller Jr. (American actor) he was born in 29/07/1978
• Tom Savini (American actor, stuntman, director and makeup artist) he was born in 03/11/1946
• Dolores Costello (American actress (1903-1979)) she was born in 17/09/1903
• George S. Kaufman (American writer (1889-1961)) he was born in 16/11/1889
• Howard Fineman (American writer) he was born in 17/11/1948
• Don Beddoe (Film and television actor (1903-1991)) he was born in 01/07/1903
• Fred Gamble (American racing driver) he was born in 17/03/1932
• John Renshaw Carson (American telecommunications engineer) he was born in 28/06/1886
• Sidney Darlington (electrical engineer and inventor of a transistor configuration) he was born in 18/07/1906
• Jim Martin (American puppeteer) he was born in 01/01/2000
• Annie Dillard (American writer) she was born in 30/04/1945