Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh

Name: Allegheny County Jail
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#384 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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The old Allegheny County Jail in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is part of a complex designed by H. H. Richardson. The buildings are considered among the finest examples of the Romanesque Revival style for which Richardson is well known. ()

Built: 1886 (138 years ago)Coordinates: 40°26'19"N, 79°59'44"W

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Central Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh United States

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Allegheny County Jail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, Benedum Center, Warner Centre, Byham Theater.

~1700 ftE
Sport venue, Sport
PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
9 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...
0.4 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
10 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...
~1250 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
7 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...
0.5 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
14 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 miNW
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.
~1680 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
9 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.
~620 ftN
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.
~430 ftSW
City hall
Pittsburgh City-County Building, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • The Pittsburgh City-County Building is the seat of government for the City of Pittsburgh, and houses both Pittsburgh and Allegheny County offices. It is located in Downtown Pittsburgh at 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Built from 1915-17 it is the third seat of government of Pittsburgh.
~1810 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
9 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.
~1750 ftNW
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
9 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.
~1020 ftS
Romanesque architecture, Tower, Architecture
Allegheny County Courthouse, Pittsburgh
5 min walk • The Allegheny County Courthouse in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is part of a complex designed by H. H. Richardson. The buildings are considered among the finest examples of the Romanesque Revival style for which Richardson is well known.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Allegheny County Jail?

Nearby attractions include Pittsburgh City-County Building, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Allegheny County Mortuary, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Carnegie Building, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Mellon Green, Pittsburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Allegheny County Jail by public transport?

The nearest stations to Allegheny County Jail:

Bus

Grant St at 5th Ave • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)
Grant St at US Steel Building A • Lines: 87M, 87S (5 min walk)

Light rail

Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (3 min walk)
First Avenue • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (6 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (12 min walk)