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Best Things to Do in North Shore

The 12 best things to do in Pittsburgh's North Shore. Sports, museums, parks, and entertainment across the river from downtown.

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The North Shore sits across the Allegheny River from downtown, connected by landmark bridges and packed with iconic attractions. Professional sports stadiums, world-class museums, a casino, and miles of riverfront trail create a neighborhood built for entertainment. These twelve experiences capture the best of Pittsburgh's North Shore.

1. PNC Park

North Shore • 115 Federal St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Among America's best ballparks with intimate sightlines, downtown skyline views, and legendary pierogi races.

2. Andy Warhol Museum

North Shore • 117 Sandusky St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

World's largest single-artist museum with seven floors of Warhol's paintings, prints, films, and archives.

3. Acrisure Stadium

North Shore • 100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Home of the Steelers and 2026 NFL Draft host. Year-round tours including field, locker rooms, and Hall of Honors.

4. National Aviary

North Shore • 700 Arch St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Only independent indoor nonprofit aviary in the US with 500+ birds and walk-through habitats.

5. Children's Museum

North Shore • 10 Children's Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Named best children's museum in America. Imaginative play spaces, maker shop, and outdoor Backyard area.

6. Randyland

North Shore • 1501 Arch St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Free open-air art covering an entire house with vibrant color and folk art. Pittsburgh's most photographed spot.

7. Mattress Factory

North Shore • 500 Sampsonia Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Contemporary art museum with site-specific installations transforming rooms into immersive experiences.

8. North Shore Riverfront Park

North Shore • N Shore Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Green spaces, public art, and river trail with stunning downtown views across the water.

9. Rivers Casino

North Shore • 777 Casino Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Full-service casino with gaming, restaurants, live entertainment, and regular concerts.

10. Bicycle Heaven

North Shore • 1800 Preble Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233

World's largest bicycle museum with 3,500 bikes on display. Free, eccentric, and uniquely Pittsburgh.

11. Kayak Pittsburgh

North Shore • N Shore Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Rent kayaks to paddle beneath bridges with the skyline above. No experience required.

12. Kamin Science Center

North Shore • 1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Interactive exhibits, planetarium, submarine tour, and SportsWorks gallery. Top family destination.

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