Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District, Pittsburgh

Name: Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#565 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District

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The Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District is a historic district in the Central Business District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Bounded by Wood Street, Forbes Avenue, Grant Street, and Liberty Avenue, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 17, 1985. Its boundaries were expanded on May 2, 2013. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'29"N, 79°59'50"W

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Central Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh United States

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Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, PNC Park, Benedum Center, Warner Centre.

0.4 miE
Sport venue, Sport
PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • PPG Paints Arena, situated in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, United States, is an emblematic sports venue known for hosting a myriad of events, ranging from thrilling hockey games to high-octane concerts. Opened in 2010, this state-of-the-art facility is the home...
0.6 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Park, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • PNC Park, a gem of Pittsburgh and a celebrated sport venue, stands as a testament to America's favorite pastime: baseball. Nestled on the North Shore of the Allegheny River, this iconic ballpark serves as the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, the city's Major League...
~990 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • The Benedum Center, a crown jewel of Pittsburgh's Cultural District, stands as a testament to the city's rich history in the performing arts. Originally known as the Stanley Theatre when it opened its doors in 1928, this grand venue was designed in the opulent style of...
~840 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • Warner Centre, located in the heart of Pittsburgh in the United States, is a facility that combines the elegance of shopping with easy access to a variety of services. This shopping center offers residents and tourists a unique space where they can find a wide...
~1710 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
9 min walk • The Byham Theater is a landmark building at 101 Sixth Street in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
~1320 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
7 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
~760 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
4 min walk • The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is a U.S. nonprofit arts organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that presents performing and visual arts programs that celebrate the contributions of African Americans not only in Western Pennsylvania, but nationally and internationally.
~600 ftSE
Park, Outdoor activities
Mellon Green, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • Mellon Green is an urban park in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The green, bounded by Grant Street, Ross Street, and Oliver and Sixth avenues, is surrounded by many prominent downtown buildings including the U.S.
~790 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
4 min walk • ToonSeum: Pittsburgh Museum of Cartoon Art is a museum devoted exclusively to the cartoon arts, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ToonSeum is one of three museums dedicated to cartoon art in the United States.
~720 ftNW
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
4 min walk • Wood Street Galleries, a visual arts project of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, is a gallery located in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The gallery occupies the upper floors of the Max Azen company building, above the Wood Street light rail stop.
~420 ftW
Church
Trinity Cathedral, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • Trinity Cathedral is an Episcopal Church in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is the cathedral for the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh. The present Gothic church was completed in 1872 on the site of a hilltop cemetery on land deeded by heirs of Pennsylvania founder William Penn to the congregation's founders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Regional Enterprise Tower, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), Smithfield United Church, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), Pittsburgh & Steubenville Extension Railroad Tunnel, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), Oliver Building, Pittsburgh (2 min walk).

How to get to Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pittsburgh Central Downtown Historic District:

Bus

Smithfield St at 6th Ave • Lines: Metro Commuter (1 min walk)
Grant Street at Oliver Ave • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (4 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (4 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (10 min walk)