Fort Duquesne Bridge, Pittsburgh

Name: Fort Duquesne Bridge
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#106 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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The Fort Duquesne Bridge is a steel bowstring arch bridge that spans the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It was colloquially referred to as "The Bridge to Nowhere". ()

Opened: 17 October 1969 (55 years ago)Coordinates: 40°26'41"N, 80°0'33"W

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North Side (Northshore)Pittsburgh United States

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Fort Duquesne Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heinz Field, PNC Park, Fort Pitt Museum, Benedum Center.

~1980 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport
Heinz Field, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • Heinz Field, a towering edifice of sports and entertainment, stands proudly along the North Shore of Pittsburgh, United States. This colossal stadium, with a seating capacity of 68,400, is home to the city's beloved NFL team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and also hosts the...
~1280 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Park, Pittsburgh
7 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...
~1420 ftS
History museum, Military museum, Museum
Fort Pitt Museum, Pittsburgh
7 min walk • Nestled at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers in Pittsburgh, the Fort Pitt Museum is a portal to the past, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the region during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution.
0.5 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
13 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...
~1670 ftE
Bridge
Roberto Clemente Bridge, Pittsburgh
9 min walk • The Roberto Clemente Bridge, also known as the Sixth Street Bridge, spans the Allegheny River in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
~1250 ftS
Archaeological site
Fort Pitt Block House, Pittsburgh
7 min walk • The Fort Pitt Block House is a historic building in Point State Park in the city of Pittsburgh. It was constructed in 1764 as a redoubt of Fort Pitt, making it the oldest extant structure in Western Pennsylvania, as well as the "oldest authenticated structure west of the Allegheny Mountains".
~1930 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • The Byham Theater is a landmark building at 101 Sixth Street in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
0.4 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.4 miE
Bridge
Andy Warhol Bridge, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • Andy Warhol Bridge, also known as the Seventh Street Bridge, spans the Allegheny River in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is the only bridge in the United States named for a visual artist.
~1910 ftSE
Shopping centre, Shopping, Postmodern architecture
Fifth Avenue Place, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • Fifth Avenue Place is a skyscraper in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. United States. The building is owned by Highmark subsidiary Jenkins Empire Associates and has served as the company's headquarters since it was completed in 1988.
0.4 miSE
Modernist architecture
United Steelworkers Building, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • The United Steelworkers Building, originally named the IBM Building and also known as the I.W. Abel Building or Five Gateway Center, is a highrise office building in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort Duquesne Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Roberto Clemente Memorial Park, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), North Shore Riverfront Park, Pittsburgh (4 min walk), North Shore Connector tunnel, Pittsburgh (5 min walk), Stage AE, Pittsburgh (5 min walk).

How to get to Fort Duquesne Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort Duquesne Bridge:

Light rail

North Side • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (6 min walk)
Allegheny • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (13 min walk)

Bus

Liberty Ave at Wyndham Grand • Lines: Metro Commuter, P10 (8 min walk)
Liberty Ave at Stanwix St • Lines: P10 (9 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (24 min walk)