Travel, Lodging, & Things to Do

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

~30 minutes from the venue

Pittsburgh International is the main airport serving the region, with direct flights from most major U.S. cities including Philadelphia, NYC, and Chicago.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft pick up outside Baggage Claim Door #4. Expect about $35–45 to the North Shore area.

Budget option: The 28X Airport Flyer bus runs every 30 minutes from outside Door 6 at Baggage Claim to downtown Pittsburgh. Fare is $2.75 cash (exact change required) or $2.50 with a ConnectCard. The ride takes about 45 minutes.

Driving

Pittsburgh is easy to reach by car

Pittsburgh sits at the intersection of I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike), I-79, and I-70, making it accessible from all directions. The venue is on the North Shore, just across the river from downtown.

• From Philadelphia: ~5 hours via I-76 W (PA Turnpike)
• From NYC: ~6 hours via I-78 W to I-76 W
• From Washington DC: ~4 hours via I-70 W
• From Madison, WI: ~8 hours via I-90 E to I-80 E
• From Milwaukee: ~8 hours via I-94 E to I-80 E

~12 minutes from the venue

A unique collection of artist-transformed homes in Pittsburgh's Troy Hill neighborhood, inspired by Japan's Naoshima art houses. The project includes four immersive art spaces blending contemporary art, architecture, and local history.

It's free to visit! (But try to book at least a month in advance.)

~12 minutes from the venue

Butler Avenue is Lawrenceville's main drag, featuring boutiques, breweries, and eateries that showcase the neighborhood's vibrant arts and culture scene.

We love Sam's Vintage , Wildcard , Arsenal Bowl , The Row House Cinema , and Arsenal Cider House !

~15 minutes from the venue

The tallest educational building in the Western Hemisphere, this 42-story Gothic tower is the centerpiece of the University of Pittsburgh campus. The Commons Room on the first floor is stunning and open to the public.

Don't miss the Nationality Rooms – 31 classrooms each designed to reflect the culture of a different ethnic group that helped build Pittsburgh. Tours are available daily.

Parks

5–15 minutes from the venue

Point State Park – The iconic spot where Pittsburgh's three rivers meet. Walk out to the fountain at the tip of the point for one of the best views in the city.

Schenley Park – A sprawling 456-acre park in Oakland with trails, Flagstaff Hill (great for picnics), and Phipps Conservatory right next door.

~10-15 minutes from the venue

Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Oakland) – One of the largest natural history museums in the U.S., featuring exceptional dinosaur fossils including the famous Diplodocus carnegii.

Carnegie Museum of Art (Oakland) – One of the first U.S. museums to focus on contemporary art, featuring the renowned Hall of Architecture.

The Andy Warhol Museum (North Shore) – The largest museum dedicated to a single artist in North America, celebrating Pittsburgh's native son.

Carnegie Science Center (North Shore) – Four floors of interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and giant cinema.

~10 minutes from the venue

Pittsburgh's historic market district, known for its eclectic mix of specialty grocers, international foods, street vendors, unique shops, and lively bars. Don't miss the Heinz History Center and The Terminal.

We love Posman Books , Peace, Love, and Little Donuts , and Penn Avenue Fish ! And while you're there, stop by Primanti Bros. for Pittsburgh's famous sandwich with fries and coleslaw right on top.

~8 minutes from the venue

A wildly colorful folk art installation in Pittsburgh's North Side, created by local artist Randy Gilson. The house and courtyard are covered floor-to-ceiling in vibrant murals, sculptures, and found-object art.

It's free to visit and Randy himself is often there to say hello!

~10 minutes from the venue

One of Pittsburgh's two remaining inclines, this historic funicular has been carrying passengers up Mt. Washington since 1877. The observation deck at the top offers one of the best views of the city skyline and three rivers.

Fare is $6 round trip. There's also a small museum and gift shop at the upper station.

~15 minutes from the venue

A stunning Victorian-era glasshouse and botanical garden in Schenley Park. The conservatory features 14 rooms of carefully curated plant displays, from tropical orchids to desert cacti, plus beautiful outdoor gardens.

October often features their fall flower show – check their website for seasonal exhibits!