South Shore, Pittsburgh

#443 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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The South Shore is a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania South Side. The South Shore consists of the area surrounding Carson Street, from the West End Bridge to the Liberty Bridge. ()

Area: 135.68 acres (0.212 mi²)Coordinates: 40°26'14"N, 80°0'41"W

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South Side (South Shore)Pittsburgh United States

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South Shore – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Highmark Stadium, Fort Pitt Museum, PPG Place, Fort Pitt Bridge.

~620 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • Highmark Stadium, a cornerstone of Pittsburgh's sports landscape, stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted passion for athletics. This modern sports venue, located at Station Square on the city's South Shore, is a hub for both professional and amateur sporting...
~1410 ftN
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 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Architecture, Square
PPG Place, Pittsburgh
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, PPG Place stands as an iconic landmark, reflecting the city's industrial legacy and its modern-day vibrancy. This striking complex, composed of six glass buildings, spans three city blocks and creates a dazzling glass...
~510 ftNW
Bridge
Fort Pitt Bridge, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • Spanning the Monongahela River, the Fort Pitt Bridge stands as an iconic structure in the city of Pittsburgh, United States. An integral part of the city's skyline, this steel bowstring arch bridge was opened to traffic in 1959, connecting the Fort Pitt Tunnel...
0.7 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
17 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 miE
Bridge
Smithfield Street Bridge, Pittsburgh
14 min walk • The Smithfield Street Bridge is a lenticular truss bridge crossing the Monongahela River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. The bridge was designed by Gustav Lindenthal, the engineer who later designed the Hell Gate Bridge in New York City.
~1570 ftN
Archaeological site
Fort Pitt Block House, Pittsburgh
8 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".
0.6 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
17 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
~1260 ftE
Boat tours, Tours, Outdoor activities
Gateway Clipper Fleet, Pittsburgh
7 min walk • The Gateway Clipper Fleet, founded by John E. Connelly, is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based fleet of riverboats. The fleet cruises the three rivers of Pittsburgh - the Monongahela, Allegheny, and Ohio.
0.5 miNE
Shopping centre, Shopping, Postmodern architecture
Fifth Avenue Place, Pittsburgh
14 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.
~1850 ftNE
Modernist architecture
United Steelworkers Building, Pittsburgh
9 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 South Shore?

Nearby attractions include Trib Total Media Amphitheatre, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), Fort Pitt Bridge, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Mount Washington Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh (6 min walk).

How to get to South Shore by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Shore:

Bus

Blvd of the Allies at Stanwix Street • Lines: 3 (11 min walk)
Liberty Ave at Wyndham Grand • Lines: Metro Commuter, P10 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Station Square • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (15 min walk)
Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (19 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (30 min walk)