A Sports Weekend in PittsburghWhether you are here for hockey, baseball, football, or soccer, here are some recommendations for where to stay, eat, and things to see or do in the burgh.Authorsagoux132
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Penguins Hockey

PPG Paints Arena
Built in 2010, PPG replaced the ever-loved Igloo as home to the Pittsburgh Penguins, who play in the National Hockey League.
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Pirates Baseball

PNC Park
Welcome to PNC Park, home to Major League Baseball's Pittsburgh Pirates. PNC lies on the Allegheny River with views of downtown Pittsburgh's skyline. "Let's Go Bucs!"
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Steelers Football

Acrisure Stadium
Home to the Pittsburgh Steelers, this National Football League stadium is also home to the "Terrible Towel." IYKYK The University of Pittsburgh's football team also plays here during their season, so whether you're into the NFL or college football, there is a game here for you!
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Riverhounds Soccer

Highmark Stadium
Hello, beautiful views! Located along the Monongahela River with a skyline view of downtown, Highmark Stadium is a soccer, lacrosse, and rugby-specific field. It is also home to the United Soccer League Championship's Pittsburgh Riverhounds.
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Pitt Athletics

Petersen Sports Complex
Petersen Sports Complex is home to Pitt's baseball, softball, and men's and women's soccer teams.
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Petersen Events Center
Welcome to the Petersen Events Center, home to Pitt men's and women's basketball.
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Things to See and Do

Point State Park
Point State Park is a beautiful park that sits on the point where the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers meet in Pittsburgh. Enjoy the green grass or sit by one of the three rivers and the spraying fountain.
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Monongahela Incline
Either start with the tram up the Monogahela Incline or the Duquesne Incline and walk across the top of Mt. Washington, admiring the views over downtown Pittsburgh. Note: There is a fee for tram tickets!
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Duquesne Incline
^ As noted above, you can start up the Duquesne Incline and end at the Monogahela Incline with a walk across Mt. Washington, admiring the views of downtown Pittsburgh.
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Carnegie Museum of Natural History
The Carnegie Museum has the world's largest collection of Jurassic dinosaurs. They have a few different exhibits you can walk through, as well as a more interactive exhibit showcasing a lab of bones that they are currently working on, where you can look in from the glass windows.
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The Andy Warhol Museum
The Andy Warhol Museum holds the world's largest collection of Warhol’s works and materials. Each floor holds different works from throughout his life, starting when he was young, to as he got older, and how his work changed over time.
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Where to Eat

Waffles, INCaffeinated, Fifth Ave.
Waffles, INCaffeinated, is ALWAYS packed with people, so make sure to get there early! They have a ton of waffle varieties as well as omelets and other breakfast items.
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City Works (Market Square - Pittsburgh)
City Works is open from breakfast through late dinner. They have a ton of TV screens for sports fans to enjoy, so grab a meal or a drink here and see what games are being played.
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Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar
Open till late, Primanti Bros. is hands down the best sandwich shop EVER! I loved the Roast Beef & Cheese with an order of extra fries. Post-game, this is where it's at.
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Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
Even with plenty of seating, Gaucho is always busy. Their asado-style menu, emphasizing Argentinian flavors, is a favorite amongst locals and visitors alike! They have two floors to seat guests, and each floor has its own bar, so you don't have to wait too long for your drinks. Make sure to save room for dessert!
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Places to Stay

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
Located across from PNC Park is the SpringHill Suites, a short walk from downtown and Acrisure Stadium, this hotel has a prime location. It houses an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as an indoor swimming pool and fitness center. The restaurant and bar are perfect for fitting in quick meals before you head to the stadium!
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Even Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown by IHG
EVEN is a bit of a hidden gem hotel... There aren't massive signs or anything letting you know where it is amongst the sea of buildings downtown, but it was the perfect place to stay. This hotel was once a mall that was then converted into a hotel. There is little to no traffic noise that comes into the room, and it is super comfortable.
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Omni William Penn Hotel
Located a few blocks from PPG Paints Arena, this luxurious hotel offers its guests an on-site coffee house, restaurants, a bar, a fitness center, and more. This is also central to downtown, making it easy to get around and sightsee, as well as head to any of the popular sports venues mentioned above.
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