Monroeville, PA Things to Do and Attractions
Situated just outside of downtown Pittsburgh, the Andy Warhol Museum celebrates the life and work of Pittsburgh-born Warhol. One of the four Carnegie museums of Pittsburgh, the Warhol Museum takes an in-depth view of his life from the 1940s through
Situated just outside of downtown Pittsburgh, the Andy Warhol Museum celebrates the life and work of Pittsburgh-born Warhol. One of the four Carnegie museums of Pittsburgh, the Warhol Museum takes an in-depth view of his life from the 1940s through 1980s and displays an art collection of more than 8,000 paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture and installations.
The museum accommodates private events for up to 400 guests, in such spaces as its 100-person theater.
The Andy Warhol Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended Friday hours until 10 PM. Admission is $10 for adults and $6 for children ages 3 to 18. Children under age 3 receive free admission.
Offering a spectacular collection of international art, sculpture and architectural art, Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Art is also known for its distinguished collection of American and European works dating from the 16th century, as well as French
Offering a spectacular collection of international art, sculpture and architectural art, Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Art is also known for its distinguished collection of American and European works dating from the 16th century, as well as French Impressionism, post-Impressionism, film and video works. Museum highlights include the Hall of Architecture, which includes the country's largest collection of plaster casts of architectural masterpieces, as well as the Hall of Sculpture, which showcases a replication of the Parthenon's interior.
The Carnegie Museum of Art is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended Thursday hours until 8 PM, as well as Sunday from noon to 5 PM. Admission is $15 for adults and $11 for children ages 3 to 18. Children under age 3 receive free admission.
Special events may be held in the museum's 400-person foyer, 100-person café and 299-person theater.
Founded in 1895, Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Natural History features exhibits on such topics as ancient Egypt, botany, American Indian culture and African wildlife, as well as numerous hands-on displays, including excavation activities. The
Founded in 1895, Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Natural History features exhibits on such topics as ancient Egypt, botany, American Indian culture and African wildlife, as well as numerous hands-on displays, including excavation activities. The museum's Dinosaurs in Their Time was the first permanent exhibition in the world to feature scientifically accurate and immersive environments spanning the Mesozoic Era.
Private groups may hold events in the museum's 200-person Hall of North American Wildlife, 50-person Hillman Hall Lobby and 62-person Earth Theater.
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended Thursday hours until 8 PM, as well as Sunday from noon to 5 PM. Admission is $15 for adults and $11 for children ages 3 to 18. Admission for children under age 3 is free.
Located on Pittsburgh's North Shore, the Carnegie Science Center features four floors of hands-on exhibits, including the walk-through USS Requin submarine. Exhibits include SportsWorks, where guests can race down a full-size Olympic dash, test
Located on Pittsburgh's North Shore, the Carnegie Science Center features four floors of hands-on exhibits, including the walk-through USS Requin submarine. Exhibits include SportsWorks, where guests can race down a full-size Olympic dash, test vertical jumps and clock pitching speeds, as well as the 2,800-gallon, five-interconnected-tank Seascape exhibit, home to a living coral reef ecosystem of 400 species of plants and animals. The center also features Omnimax films and laser shows.
Private events may be held in the museum's 400-person lobby, 340-person Omnimax Theater and 70-person Overlook Room.
The Carnegie Science Center is open Sunday through Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM. General admission is $18 for adults and $10 for children ages 3 to 12, while admission plus a laser show or Omnimax film ticket is $23 for adults and $15 for children. Children under age 3 receive free admission.
Housed inside a 20,000-square-foot Italian Renaissance structure, the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh features hands-on, interactive language arts, local history, creativity and cultural diversity exhibits and activities. Exhibits include the Art
Housed inside a 20,000-square-foot Italian Renaissance structure, the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh features hands-on, interactive language arts, local history, creativity and cultural diversity exhibits and activities. Exhibits include the Art Studio, where youngsters can participate in printmaking, papermaking, clay work and painting, as well as Waterplay, where children can build their own boats and launch them down a 53-foot-long water table. The museum also features a gravity room where everything is tilted at a 25-degree angle, as well as a replica of Mister Rogers' neighborhood and house.
The museum accommodates private events for up to 1,000 people in such spaces as the 150-person theater and 275-person Grand Hall.
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from noon to 5 PM. Admission is $11 for adults and $10 for children ages 2 to 18. Children under age 2 receive free admission.
One of Frank Lloyd Wright's most celebrated masterpieces, Fallingwater is a house built over a 30-foot waterfall, nestled in the beautiful Bear Run Nature Preserve. Built between 1936 and 1939, Fallingwater features a remarkable interplay between
One of Frank Lloyd Wright's most celebrated masterpieces, Fallingwater is a house built over a 30-foot waterfall, nestled in the beautiful Bear Run Nature Preserve. Built between 1936 and 1939, Fallingwater features a remarkable interplay between interior and exterior space, numerous terraces and open-air walkways.
Groups may hold private events at the beautiful Barn at Fallingwater, located just 500 yards north of the house. The barn features such spaces as the 50-person Fireplace Room and 125-person seasonal Threshing Room.
Fallingwater guided tours are offered Monday, Tuesday and Thursday through Sunday. The one-hour-long regular tour ($20 for adults, $14 for children ages 6 to 12) takes guests through the home's major rooms and surrounding landscape, while the two-hour in-depth tour ($65 per person) also takes guests through the home's secondary spaces. The 90-minute Fallingwater landscape hike ($20 per person or $8 per person when combined with the regular tour) takes guests along a 1.5-mile trek; a sunset tour ($110 per person), brunch tour ($115 per person) and children's tour ($20 for adults and $14 for children ages 5 to 18) are also offered. A self-guided tour of the grounds costs $8 per person.
A national and state historic landmark in nearby West Mifflin, Kennywood Park is a traditional amusement park founded in 1898. The park features such classic rides as a merry-go-round, railroad and paddle boats, as well as roller coasters (including
A national and state historic landmark in nearby West Mifflin, Kennywood Park is a traditional amusement park founded in 1898. The park features such classic rides as a merry-go-round, railroad and paddle boats, as well as roller coasters (including one of the fastest in the world); water rides, and thrill rides like the 251-foot-tall Pitt Fall. The park's Kiddieland features miniature versions of Kennywood attractions. Kennywood Park is open daily from May through August and weekends through mid-September. Day passes run $37 for adults and $24 for visitors under 48 inches tall. The park offers group rates and private pavilions for rental.
Located in Pittsburgh, the National Aviary is home to more than 600 birds representing 200 species from around the world. The aviary's birds range from hummingbirds to Andean Condors and include many endangered species. Exhibits and habitats include
Located in Pittsburgh, the National Aviary is home to more than 600 birds representing 200 species from around the world. The aviary's birds range from hummingbirds to Andean Condors and include many endangered species. Exhibits and habitats include natural and free flight spaces ranging from tropical rainforests to grasslands.
National Aviary rental spaces include the 200-person historic rose garden, 100-erson glass-domed atrium, 130-person state-of-the-art theater, 50-person rooftop and 65-person classroom.
The National Aviary is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. Admission is $13 for adults and $10.50 for children ages 2 to 12. Admission for children under age 2 is free.
The renowned 77-acre Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is home to more than 4,000 animals representing 475 species, as well as animals of 22 threatened or endangered species. Exhibits include the African Savanna, Asian Forest, Tropical Forest and
The renowned 77-acre Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is home to more than 4,000 animals representing 475 species, as well as animals of 22 threatened or endangered species. Exhibits include the African Savanna, Asian Forest, Tropical Forest and Water's Edge, while resident animals include tamarins, poison dart frogs, elephants, giraffes, dwarf crocodiles, snow leopards and Siberian tigers. The state-of-the-art PPG Aquarium features wildlife ranging from penguins to sharks.
Groups may reserve private event spaces throughout the aquarium, Water's Edge exhibit and garden tent.
The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is open daily, with winter hours from 9 AM to 4 PM, spring hours from 9 AM to 5 PM, summer hours from 9:30 AM to 6 PM and fall hours from 9 AM to 5 PM. Offseason (late fall and winter) admission is $10 for adults and $9 for children ages 2 to 13, while onseason (spring through early fall) admission is $14 for adults and $12 for children. Children under age 2 receive free admission.
A Pittsburgh regional chain since 1977, the Monroeville DeNunzio's opened its doors in 1997. The Italian eatery, featuring an open kitchen and rustic Italian decor, serves such handcrafted entrees as lobster ravioli, veal Parmesan, gnocchi and
A Pittsburgh regional chain since 1977, the Monroeville DeNunzio's opened its doors in 1997. The Italian eatery, featuring an open kitchen and rustic Italian decor, serves such handcrafted entrees as lobster ravioli, veal Parmesan, gnocchi and flounder stuffed with crabmeat.
DeNunzio's offers a private banquet space for 80 guests and private wine cellar for 20 guests.
DeNunzio's serves lunch and dinner Sunday and Monday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Tuesday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM and Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10:30 PM.
The sophisticated, beautiful Monroeville Monterey Bay Fish Grotto specializes in the finest, freshest fish, flown in from both coasts and Hawaii. In fact, the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers 15 to 20 varieties of fresh fish, including many delicate
The sophisticated, beautiful Monroeville Monterey Bay Fish Grotto specializes in the finest, freshest fish, flown in from both coasts and Hawaii. In fact, the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers 15 to 20 varieties of fresh fish, including many delicate and hard-to-find seasonal fish, prepared in a number of ways. Besides its fresh fish selections, other Monterey Bay entrees include gulf shrimp stuffed with jumbo lump crab and finished with lobster cream sauce, charbroiled chicken teriyaki, tender filet mignon and cashew shrimp stir fry with fresh snow peas, broccoli, bean sprouts, onions, peppers and mushrooms.
The Monterey Bay Fish Grotto features a beautiful interior of dark blue walls, recessed lighting, white linens and unique hand-painted "palm tree" columns. Entrees range from $23 to $29. Monterey Bay serves lunch Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM and dinner Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 PM and Sunday from 3 to 9 PM.
Specializing in sumptuous Italian-American cuisine, Nardi's Fine Dining sits atop Monroeville's Jonnet Building, offering a spectacular view of the city. Among Nardi's fresh steaks, seafood, pasta and unique seasonal specials include such entrees as
Specializing in sumptuous Italian-American cuisine, Nardi's Fine Dining sits atop Monroeville's Jonnet Building, offering a spectacular view of the city. Among Nardi's fresh steaks, seafood, pasta and unique seasonal specials include such entrees as fresh pasta with wild mushrooms, imported fontina cheese and roasted red pepper sauce, veal medallions sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with tricolor peppers and jumbo lump crabmeat and aged filet stuffed with aged provolone and prosciutto wrapped in applewood smoked bacon.
The restaurant offers live entertainment and accommodates private events.
Nardi's Fine Dining serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner Monday through Saturday from 4:30 to 11 PM. Entrees range from $14 to $48.
A Pittsburgh regional restaurant, the Rivertowne Pour House serves specialty pizzas, sandwiches and classic American entrees, as well as offers 19 beers on tap. Entrees include Cajun chicken pasta, broiled scallops in white wine and garlic sauce and
A Pittsburgh regional restaurant, the Rivertowne Pour House serves specialty pizzas, sandwiches and classic American entrees, as well as offers 19 beers on tap. Entrees include Cajun chicken pasta, broiled scallops in white wine and garlic sauce and sauteed shrimp, scallops and crabmeat in a four-cheese sauce with shredded Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
The restaurant features a private banquet room for 50 people.
The Rivertowne Pour House serves lunch and dinner from 11:30 to 2 AM daily and Sunday brunch starting at 10 AM.
Serving delicious American and Italian fare, outfitted in white linens, exposed beams and chandeliers, the cozy restaurant features such entrees as chicken saltimbocca stuffed with prosciutto and provolone and topped with mushroom marsala sauce,
Serving delicious American and Italian fare, outfitted in white linens, exposed beams and chandeliers, the cozy restaurant features such entrees as chicken saltimbocca stuffed with prosciutto and provolone and topped with mushroom marsala sauce, baked cod with lemon, white wine and bread crumbs, as well as bleu cheese filet.
The Wooden Nickel specializes in private banquets and events, with four private dining spaces accommodating 25, 50, 85 and 200 people.
Entrees range from $15 to $30; dinner is served nightly.
