Guidebook for Homestead
Food Scene
Dorothy 6 is a classy restaurant with lots of local flair. The beautifully restored building boasts a uniquely Pittsburgh menu, complete with perogies, and the owner's sister's homemade desserts.
8 locals recommend
Dorothy 6
224 E 8th AveDorothy 6 is a classy restaurant with lots of local flair. The beautifully restored building boasts a uniquely Pittsburgh menu, complete with perogies, and the owner's sister's homemade desserts.
If you're a fan of craft beer and good food, you're in luck! Duke's Upper Deck Cafe is walkable .6 miles away from your place! Enjoy a drink during a sports game at the bar, or play a round of shuffle board on their outside, covered and heated patio area.
7 locals recommend
Duke's Upper Deck Cafe
122 W 8th AveIf you're a fan of craft beer and good food, you're in luck! Duke's Upper Deck Cafe is walkable .6 miles away from your place! Enjoy a drink during a sports game at the bar, or play a round of shuffle board on their outside, covered and heated patio area.
Delivered pizza can be a staple food for a weary traveler, but The Pizza Company provides fresh, had tossed pies that are different from the usual. Kid tested and family approved!
The Pizza Company Draft House
3502 Main StDelivered pizza can be a staple food for a weary traveler, but The Pizza Company provides fresh, had tossed pies that are different from the usual. Kid tested and family approved!
Classic burger-and-shake joint with a devilish twist! Have one of their tasty creations from the menu, or grab the table side notepad and pencil to create your own masterpiece.
11 locals recommend
Burgatory
299 West Bridge StClassic burger-and-shake joint with a devilish twist! Have one of their tasty creations from the menu, or grab the table side notepad and pencil to create your own masterpiece.
Want to know a secret? Everyone in Pittsburgh has been going to Gus and Yaya's since 'your dad was a lad'! Hand shaved ice balls (think snow cone), roasted peanuts, and freshly popped popcorn.
Gus & Yiayia's
Want to know a secret? Everyone in Pittsburgh has been going to Gus and Yaya's since 'your dad was a lad'! Hand shaved ice balls (think snow cone), roasted peanuts, and freshly popped popcorn.
Looking for a great steak sandwich in Pittsburgh? Uncle Sam's is your spot! They serve up their submarine sandwiches with a side of free french fries if you dine in the restaurant! Cash only.
6 locals recommend
Uncle Sam's Submarines
5808 Forbes AveLooking for a great steak sandwich in Pittsburgh? Uncle Sam's is your spot! They serve up their submarine sandwiches with a side of free french fries if you dine in the restaurant! Cash only.
Open seasonally, Page's is a local favorite for ice cream. They have fantastic sundaes and slushes.
15 locals recommend
Page Dairy Mart
4112 E Carson StOpen seasonally, Page's is a local favorite for ice cream. They have fantastic sundaes and slushes.
Iconic West Homestead bakery known for their over-sized cookies. Personal favorites are the oatmeal raisin, and the classic chocolate chip.
7 locals recommend
Nancy B's Bakery
415 W 7th AveIconic West Homestead bakery known for their over-sized cookies. Personal favorites are the oatmeal raisin, and the classic chocolate chip.
Sightseeing
Take a ride on the famous Duquesne Incline! Enjoy breathtaking views of Pittsburgh while gliding up or down from Pittsburgh's iconic Station Square.
24 locals recommend
Duquesne Incline
Duquesne InclineTake a ride on the famous Duquesne Incline! Enjoy breathtaking views of Pittsburgh while gliding up or down from Pittsburgh's iconic Station Square.
Want great skyline views, a multitude of restaurant options, and a uniquely Pittsburgh incline ride? Station Square has all of that and more! Its a great spot for the first time Pittsburgh visiter to take in the city.
35 locals recommend
South Shore
Want great skyline views, a multitude of restaurant options, and a uniquely Pittsburgh incline ride? Station Square has all of that and more! Its a great spot for the first time Pittsburgh visiter to take in the city.
Parks & Nature
If you enjoy being outside, Frick Park is for you! It's been entrancing visitors young and old for years. Kids love the playground with the famous Blue Slide- you can bring your own cardboard box, or pick up a discarded piece to slide down the concrete slide. Frick also has miles of trails for every level of exertion you want.
205 locals recommend
Frick Park
If you enjoy being outside, Frick Park is for you! It's been entrancing visitors young and old for years. Kids love the playground with the famous Blue Slide- you can bring your own cardboard box, or pick up a discarded piece to slide down the concrete slide. Frick also has miles of trails for every level of exertion you want.
Enjoy the newly connected arm of the Great Allegheny Passage trail! Travel past the relics of the Steel Valley's iconic history as a powerhouse of American steel production. This trail could take you from downtown Pittsburgh, all the way to Washington DC! Join it as it weaves through The Waterfront. You can rent bikes at The Waterfront Bike Rental and cruise down the trail leisurely.
Great Allegheny Passage
Great Allegheny PassageEnjoy the newly connected arm of the Great Allegheny Passage trail! Travel past the relics of the Steel Valley's iconic history as a powerhouse of American steel production. This trail could take you from downtown Pittsburgh, all the way to Washington DC! Join it as it weaves through The Waterfront. You can rent bikes at The Waterfront Bike Rental and cruise down the trail leisurely.
Schenley Park has it all! Both trail and track running options, multiple playgrounds, tons of picnic spots, and seasonal a swimming pool and ice skating rink. Not to mention some breathtaking views of the Pittsburgh skyline.
136 locals recommend
Schenley Park
Schenley Park has it all! Both trail and track running options, multiple playgrounds, tons of picnic spots, and seasonal a swimming pool and ice skating rink. Not to mention some breathtaking views of the Pittsburgh skyline.
Want to get out on those famous three rivers? Stop by Kayak Pittsburgh and rent a kayak for a few hours! Paddle it around the iconic Fountain at Point State Park.
27 locals recommend
Kayak Pittsburgh North Shore
446527 80.003889Want to get out on those famous three rivers? Stop by Kayak Pittsburgh and rent a kayak for a few hours! Paddle it around the iconic Fountain at Point State Park.
Essentials
Don't want laundry to take time away from your Pittsburgh adventure? A quick visit to Changin' Time can remedy that! Changin' Time offers laundry drop-off and delivery services that are charged per pound, with no delivery fee!
Contact Christina at 412-445-4552 for more information.
Changin'Time
405 West 8th AvenueDon't want laundry to take time away from your Pittsburgh adventure? A quick visit to Changin' Time can remedy that! Changin' Time offers laundry drop-off and delivery services that are charged per pound, with no delivery fee!
Contact Christina at 412-445-4552 for more information.
The local Target is in the Waterfront. This Target is complete with pharmacy and fresh food section.
14 locals recommend
Target
360 E Waterfront DrThe local Target is in the Waterfront. This Target is complete with pharmacy and fresh food section.
Don't want to break the bank when you're cooking on the road? ALDI is a small store with all the essentials you'll need to whip up a meal in the kitchen.
98 locals recommend
ALDI
5631 Baum BlvdDon't want to break the bank when you're cooking on the road? ALDI is a small store with all the essentials you'll need to whip up a meal in the kitchen.
McGinnis Sisters is a small, family owned grocery store with three locations around Pittsburgh. The McGinnis Sisters steep their Irish heritage in the aisles, and even prepare some of their mother's recipes in the prepared food section!
McGinnis Sisters Special Food Stores
3825 Saw Mill Run BlvdMcGinnis Sisters is a small, family owned grocery store with three locations around Pittsburgh. The McGinnis Sisters steep their Irish heritage in the aisles, and even prepare some of their mother's recipes in the prepared food section!
The Pittsburgh Whole Foods Market is just a short drive away. It is located in the Shadyside/East Liberty neighborhood that has many shops and restaurants.
138 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
5700 Centre AveThe Pittsburgh Whole Foods Market is just a short drive away. It is located in the Shadyside/East Liberty neighborhood that has many shops and restaurants.
Trader Joe's is one of our staple grocery stores. We love their signature products. They are affordable and delicious.
117 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
9020 Covenant AveTrader Joe's is one of our staple grocery stores. We love their signature products. They are affordable and delicious.
Arts & Culture
Not sure what to do? How about a visit to Phipps! This Victorian greenhouse has a variety of beautiful plans from all over the world! Stop by the Center for Sustainable Landscapes, one of the 'greenest' facilities in the world! Twist through the different rooms and see the beautiful glass installations by Dale Chihuly nestled between the foliage. If you're lucky, Romero the corpse flower will be in bloom!
202 locals recommend
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley DriveNot sure what to do? How about a visit to Phipps! This Victorian greenhouse has a variety of beautiful plans from all over the world! Stop by the Center for Sustainable Landscapes, one of the 'greenest' facilities in the world! Twist through the different rooms and see the beautiful glass installations by Dale Chihuly nestled between the foliage. If you're lucky, Romero the corpse flower will be in bloom!
One of the top 25 universities in the country based on US News & World Reporting rankings, this institute of higher learning boasts a wide variety of programs ranging from computer sciences to drama, and everything in between.
108 locals recommend
Carnegie Mellon University
5000 Forbes AveOne of the top 25 universities in the country based on US News & World Reporting rankings, this institute of higher learning boasts a wide variety of programs ranging from computer sciences to drama, and everything in between.
Pittsburgh's own university! You can visit the Cathedral of Learning- the tallest educational building in the western hemisphere. Visit the beautiful Nationality Rooms to learn what school would of been like in 30 different countries.
88 locals recommend
University of Pittsburgh
4200 Fifth AvePittsburgh's own university! You can visit the Cathedral of Learning- the tallest educational building in the western hemisphere. Visit the beautiful Nationality Rooms to learn what school would of been like in 30 different countries.
Entertainment & Activities
Want to catch a new movie while you're in town? Loews Theater will be your stop! Located close to you, this theatre boasts stadium seating, and all the movie theatre favorites you've come to enjoy. They have a VIP section which gives you access to the restaurant and bar upstairs, and even better seats.
20 locals recommend
AMC Waterfront 22
300 W Waterfront DrWant to catch a new movie while you're in town? Loews Theater will be your stop! Located close to you, this theatre boasts stadium seating, and all the movie theatre favorites you've come to enjoy. They have a VIP section which gives you access to the restaurant and bar upstairs, and even better seats.
If you're visiting us during the summer months, you're in luck! Sandcastle is open! This Pittsburgh classic water park features slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool.
48 locals recommend
Sandcastle Water Park
1000 Sandcastle DrIf you're visiting us during the summer months, you're in luck! Sandcastle is open! This Pittsburgh classic water park features slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool.
'Kennywood's Open!'- the phrase every Pittsburgher looks forward to each spring. Kennywood is a classic amusement park with modern thrill rides nestled with the iconic classics. Be sure to stop by the Potato Patch for some legendary french fries!
112 locals recommend
Kennywood
4800 Kennywood Boulevard'Kennywood's Open!'- the phrase every Pittsburgher looks forward to each spring. Kennywood is a classic amusement park with modern thrill rides nestled with the iconic classics. Be sure to stop by the Potato Patch for some legendary french fries!
Are you coming into town to catch a football game? Heinz Field is where you are headed! Be sure to leave the apartment early on game day, us Pittsburghers love to tailgate!
205 locals recommend
Heinz Field
100 Art Rooney AveAre you coming into town to catch a football game? Heinz Field is where you are headed! Be sure to leave the apartment early on game day, us Pittsburghers love to tailgate!
Catch a baseball game with a side of stunning skyline views of Pittsburgh!
228 locals recommend
PNC Park
115 Federal StCatch a baseball game with a side of stunning skyline views of Pittsburgh!
If Hockey is your sport of choice, a visit to PPG Paints Arena (formerly Consol Energy Center) is for you! The Penguins play there during their season, and the arena holds different events throughout the year, including concerts.
94 locals recommend
PPG Paints Arena
1001 Fifth AveIf Hockey is your sport of choice, a visit to PPG Paints Arena (formerly Consol Energy Center) is for you! The Penguins play there during their season, and the arena holds different events throughout the year, including concerts.
Pittsburgh's LEED-certified convention center in the USA! Whatever you're in to, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center has a convention for it!
23 locals recommend
David Lawrence Convention Center
1000 Fort Duquesne BlvdPittsburgh's LEED-certified convention center in the USA! Whatever you're in to, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center has a convention for it!
Open year-round, Pittsburgh's zoo and aquarium has a host of exotic animals and fun events (like ZooBoo and Zoo Brew) that makes it a great destination!
177 locals recommend
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
7370 Baker StOpen year-round, Pittsburgh's zoo and aquarium has a host of exotic animals and fun events (like ZooBoo and Zoo Brew) that makes it a great destination!
Shopping
If you're in need of something, chances are, the Waterfront has what you need!
Stores include Costco, Barnes and Noble, Target, Marshalls, T. J. Maxx, Loft, Gap, Victoria's Secret, Yankee Candle, Famous Footwear, Macy's, and much more!
Restaurants include Chick-fil-A, Longhorn Steakhouse, Burgatory, TGI Fridays, Uno Pizza, Rock Bottom Brewery, P.F. Chang's, Panera Bread, Yokoso, Gran Agave, and Bravo.
Other attractions include Dave and Busters, Sing Sing Piano Bar, and the Pittsburgh Improv Comedy Club.
41 locals recommend
The Waterfront
149 West Bridge StIf you're in need of something, chances are, the Waterfront has what you need!
Stores include Costco, Barnes and Noble, Target, Marshalls, T. J. Maxx, Loft, Gap, Victoria's Secret, Yankee Candle, Famous Footwear, Macy's, and much more!
Restaurants include Chick-fil-A, Longhorn Steakhouse, Burgatory, TGI Fridays, Uno Pizza, Rock Bottom Brewery, P.F. Chang's, Panera Bread, Yokoso, Gran Agave, and Bravo.
Other attractions include Dave and Busters, Sing Sing Piano Bar, and the Pittsburgh Improv Comedy Club.
Looking for a bit of high-end shopping while you're in town? Ross Park Mall is the premier mall in Pittsburgh. Boasting such fashion mainstays as Tiffany & Co., Nordstrom, Burberry, Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton, Lululemon, Sephora, and Tumi to name a few.
31 locals recommend
Ross Park Mall
1000 Ross Park Mall DrLooking for a bit of high-end shopping while you're in town? Ross Park Mall is the premier mall in Pittsburgh. Boasting such fashion mainstays as Tiffany & Co., Nordstrom, Burberry, Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton, Lululemon, Sephora, and Tumi to name a few.