Must-see
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Victorian glasshouse featuring seasonal flower shows, tropical plants, and a stunning butterfly forest.
Oakland
1.5-2.5 hours
From $19.95
Butterfly ForestSeasonal flower showsTropical plants
Outdoor & Nature in Pittsburgh
Parks, trails, and scenic outdoor experiences.
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FREE
Must-see
Point State Park
Historic park at the confluence of Pittsburgh's three rivers with a stunning fountain and riverfront views.
Downtown
1-2 hours
FREE
Three rivers confluenceHistoric fountainFort Pitt Museum
FREE
Schenley Park
Large urban park with hiking trails, golf course, tennis courts, and Flagstaff Hill with panoramic city views.
Oakland
1-4 hours
FREE
Hiking trailsFlagstaff Hill viewsGolf course
FREE
Frick Park
Pittsburgh's largest city park with 644 acres of woodlands, meadows, streams, and extensive trail system.
Squirrel Hill
1-6 hours
FREE
Extensive trailsWildflower meadowsClayton Trail
FREE
Highland Park
Scenic reservoir park with walking paths, picnic areas, and the historic Highland Park Reservoir.
Highland Park
1-2 hours
FREE
Reservoir viewsWalking pathsPicnic areas
FREE
Riverview Park
Scenic park along the Ohio River with river views, walking trails, and picnic spots.
Perry North
30-60 minutes
FREE
River viewsWalking trailsPicnic spots