Fort Pitt Tunnel, Pittsburgh

#521 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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The Fort Pitt Tunnel is a vehicular tunnel under Mount Washington in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It connects the West End region on the southwest side to the South Shore neighborhood on the northeast side. The adjoining Fort Pitt Bridge on the northeast end connects to Downtown Pittsburgh. The tunnel carries traffic on Interstate 376, U.S. Route 22, US 30, and US 19 Truck. The structure comprises two bores, each with two lanes of traffic. The inbound tunnel flows onto the top deck of the double-deck Fort Pitt Bridge, opposite traffic from the lower deck using the outbound tunnel. To accommodate the bridge, the northeast portals of the parallel tunnels are vertically staggered by 30 feet. The tunnel opened in September 1960, a year after the Fort Pitt Bridge. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'4"N, 80°1'8"W

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South Side (Duquesne Heights)Pittsburgh United States

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Fort Pitt Tunnel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Highmark Stadium, Point of View Sculpture, Miniature Railroad & Village, Carnegie Science Center.

0.5 miE
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...
~1890 ftN
Monuments and statues
Point of View Sculpture, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • The Point of View Sculpture is an iconic landmark situated on the scenic Mount Washington overlook in Pittsburgh, United States. This bronze statue captures a significant historical moment between two of the city's founding figures: George Washington and the Seneca...
0.8 miN
Museum, Science museum
Miniature Railroad & Village, Pittsburgh
20 min walk • Nestled within the storied city of Pittsburgh lies a hidden gem that captivates both the young and the young at heart: the Miniature Railroad & Village. This enchanting museum exhibit, located at the Carnegie Science Center, offers visitors a unique blend of history...
0.8 miN
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh
20 min walk • The Carnegie Science Center, a beacon of discovery in Pittsburgh, stands as an interactive hub for science enthusiasts of all ages. Nestled along the banks of the Ohio River, this dynamic museum offers an extensive array of exhibits, activities, and programs designed...
0.7 miNE
History museum, Military museum, Museum
Fort Pitt Museum, Pittsburgh
17 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.
0.4 miNE
Bridge
Fort Pitt Bridge, Pittsburgh
10 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 miNE
Archaeological site
Fort Pitt Block House, Pittsburgh
18 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".
0.7 miN
Historical place, History museum, Ship
USS Requin, Pittsburgh
19 min walk • USS Requin, a Tench-class submarine, was the only ship of the United States Navy to be named after the requin, French for shark. Since 1990 it has been a museum ship at The Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
~1890 ftN
Park, Lookout
Point of View Park, Pittsburgh
10 min walk • Point of View Park is a parklet in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It sits on the edge of Mount Washington on the westernmost end of Grand View Scenic Byway Park, of which it is a part, and the Grand View Scenic Byway, a designated Pennsylvania scenic byway. The park is named for a landmark 2006 public sculpture in bronze by James A.
0.6 miE
Boat tours, Tours, Outdoor activities
Gateway Clipper Fleet, Pittsburgh
16 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.
0.8 miNE
Modernist architecture
United Steelworkers Building, Pittsburgh
20 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 Pitt Tunnel?

Nearby attractions include Duquesne Heights, Pittsburgh (9 min walk), Chatham Village, Pittsburgh (9 min walk), Point of View Park, Pittsburgh (10 min walk), Point of View Sculpture, Pittsburgh (10 min walk).

How to get to Fort Pitt Tunnel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort Pitt Tunnel:

Bus

Fingal St at Rutledge St • Lines: 40 (16 min walk)
Virginia Ave at Shop n Save • Lines: 40 (17 min walk)

Light rail

Station Square • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (22 min walk)
Allegheny • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (24 min walk)