Guide to Pittsburgh
Set in industrial Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh was once the home of the US steel industry, though this has since declined with global competition, so that many people have had to reskill, with technology being the biggest industrial sector here now. The city’s football team retains the original name of the Steelers though, and it is certain that this heritage will not be forgotten.
It is not one of the country’s main tourist destinations unsurprisingly, instead being more popular for visitors travelling on business or to visit family members. However anyone coming to the city is guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome.
| Contents Pittsburgh Main Attractions Guide to Pittsburgh Guide to Pittsburgh Weather Pittsburgh Driving Information Pittsburgh Airport Pittsburgh Consulate Pittsburgh Information |  |
Pittsburgh Sight Seeing Guide
Leave time to explore Pittsburgh and see some of the sights Pittsburgh attractions include the Andy Warhol Museum is great to see for yourself. The Carnegie Science Center are also well worth seeking out. Pittsburgh’s culture offers loads to see!
We recommend booking a Pittsburgh tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Pittsburgh based guides who will show you Pittsburgh’s less well known attractions.
Pittsburgh Sports Guide
It often seems as though Pittsburgh’s population are all followers of American Football, which is played by the Pittsburgh Steelers at their home: Heinz Field. Each year, the biggest event in Pittsburgh’s sporting calendar is major NFL games at the Heinz Field - tickets can be hard to get, so book in advance!
Pittsburgh Sight Seeing Guide
Leave time to explore Pittsburgh and see some of the sights Pittsburgh attractions include the Andy Warhol Museum is great to see for yourself. The Carnegie Science Center are also well worth seeking out. Pittsburgh’s culture offers loads to see!
We recommend booking a Pittsburgh tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Pittsburgh based guides who will show you Pittsburgh’s less well known attractions.
Pittsburgh Weather
Easily pinpoint the best time for going to Pittsburgh courtesy of our easy to read climate guide to Pittsburgh. The table below displays annual temperature trends in Pittsburgh over the course of a year in Pittsburgh.
| Pittsburgh Climate Graph |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Average daily temperatures in ºC | |||||||||||
Pittsburgh Driving Tips
To drive in Pittsburgh, make sure you get an International Driving Permit valid for the USA which you can arrange with the AA before you travel to Pittsburgh.
When you drive in Pittsburgh, in common with the rest of the USA, you should always keep to the right side of the road. We can arrange car hire in Pittsburgh in advance of travel to the USA and there are a number of depots in Pittsburgh where you can pick up your car.
Guide to Pittsburgh Airport
The Pittsburgh International Airport can be found 14 miles to the west from Pittsburgh. The airport's IATA code is PIT - flights take 7 hours flight from London. Regular buses operate into Pittsburgh, and taxis are also available. Pittsburgh International Airport offers plenty to do including shops offering souvenirs of Pittsburgh if you want something to remember your visit.
British Embassy in Pittsburgh
If you get into trouble in Pittsburgh, or just need some advice, the Pittsburgh British Consulate is the place to go.
British Honorary Consulate
1 Oxford Center
20th Floor
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15219
Telephone: (1)(412) 562 8872
| City Name: | Pittsburgh |
| Country: | USA |
| Language: | English |
| Currency: | US Dollar |
| Time Difference: | GMT - 5 |
| Electricity Supply: | 110/120V AC 60Hz |
| Mobile Phone: | GSM 1900 |