Allegheny County Courthouse, Pittsburgh

Name: Allegheny County Courthouse
Address: 5th Ave. and Grant St., Pittsburgh, United States
Telephone: +1 412-350-5313

#88 among attractions in Pittsburgh

Romanesque architecture, Tower, Architecture, Romanesque revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1888 (136 years ago)Floors: 5Coordinates: 40°26'9"N, 79°59'45"W

Address

5th Ave. and Grant St.Central Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh United States

Contact

+1 412-350-5313

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: PPG Paints Arena, Benedum Center, Warner Centre, Smithfield Street Bridge.

0.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
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~1880 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Warner Centre, Pittsburgh
10 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...
~1800 ftW
Bridge
Smithfield Street Bridge, Pittsburgh
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0.6 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
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Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
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~1640 ftN
Park, Outdoor activities
Mellon Green, Pittsburgh
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~900 ftN
City hall
Pittsburgh City-County Building, Pittsburgh
5 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.
0.5 miN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
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Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
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~1540 ftS
Bridge
Liberty Bridge, Pittsburgh
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Allegheny County Courthouse?

Nearby attractions include Allegheny County Mortuary, Pittsburgh (3 min walk), Pittsburgh City-County Building, Pittsburgh (5 min walk), Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh (5 min walk), Panhandle Bridge, Pittsburgh (6 min walk).

How to get to Allegheny County Courthouse by public transport?

The nearest stations to Allegheny County Courthouse:

Light rail

First Avenue • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (2 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (8 min walk)

Bus

Grant St at 4th Ave • Lines: 3 (6 min walk)
Blvd of the Allies at Cherry Way • Lines: 3 (6 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (17 min walk)