Market Square, Pittsburgh

Name: Market Square
Address: 23 Market Place, Pittsburgh, 15222, United States
Telephone: +1 412-566-4190

#69 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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Market Square is a public space located in Downtown Pittsburgh at the intersection of Forbes Avenue and Market Street. The square was home to the first courthouse, first jail and the first newspaper west of the Atlantic Plain, the Pittsburgh Gazette. A public/private modernization in the late 2000s has re-established the square as a social and cultural hub. A great number of restaurants, ranging from fast casual to fine dining, cafes and retailers occupy ground level buildings immediately facing the square, while housing units and offices occupy upper levels. ()

Built: 1890 (134 years ago)Elevation: 735 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°26'27"N, 80°0'9"W

Address

23 Market PlaceCentral Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh 15222 United States

Contact

+1 412-566-4190

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Market Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, PNC Park, Highmark Stadium, PPG Place.

0.7 miE
Sport venue, Sport
PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh
18 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...
0.5 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Park, Pittsburgh
12 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...
0.5 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh
13 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...
~420 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Architecture, Square
PPG Place, Pittsburgh
3 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...
~1140 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
6 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...
~870 ftE
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...
~1170 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
6 min walk • The Byham Theater is a landmark building at 101 Sixth Street in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
~730 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
4 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 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
11 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.
~1980 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
10 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.
~1040 ftNE
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Market Square open?

Market Square is open:

Monday 11 am - 12 am
Tuesday 11 am - 12 am
Wednesday 11 am - 12 am
Thursday 11 am - 12 am
Friday 11 am - 12 am
Saturday 11 am - 12 am
Sunday 11 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Market Square?

Nearby attractions include Burke Building, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), PPG Place, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Investment Building, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Fifth Avenue Place, Pittsburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Market Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Market Square:

Bus

Liberty Ave at Market St • Lines: P10 (2 min walk)
Liberty Ave At 6Th St Ns • Lines: 3, 4, 71B (4 min walk)

Light rail

Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (5 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (11 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (17 min walk)