Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh

#365 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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Stanwix Street is a street nearly half a mile long near The Point in Downtown Pittsburgh. Running south from the Allegheny River to the Monongahela River, it is the western terminus of Forbes Avenue, and intersects 8 other streets. On it sits PPG Place and Fifth Avenue Place, the 3rd and 4th tallest buildings in Pittsburgh. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'24"N, 80°0'17"W

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Central Pittsburgh (Downtown Pittsburgh)Pittsburgh United States

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Stanwix Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: PNC Park, Highmark Stadium, PPG Place, Benedum Center.

0.5 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
PNC Park, Pittsburgh
13 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...
~1970 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh
10 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...
~250 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Architecture, Square
PPG Place, Pittsburgh
2 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...
~1700 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh
9 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...
~1410 ftE
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...
~1530 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Byham Theater, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • The Byham Theater is a landmark building at 101 Sixth Street in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
~1240 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh
6 min walk • Heinz Hall is a performing arts center and concert hall located at 600 Penn Avenue in the Cultural District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Concert hall
August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
14 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 ftE
Park
Market Square, Pittsburgh
3 min walk • 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.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
ToonSeum, Pittsburgh
13 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.
~1650 ftNE
Museum, Art gallery
Wood Street Galleries, Pittsburgh
8 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)

Which popular attractions are close to Stanwix Street?

Nearby attractions include Diocese of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh (1 min walk), PPG Place, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), United Steelworkers Building, Pittsburgh (2 min walk), River Vue, Pittsburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Stanwix Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Stanwix Street:

Bus

Blvd of the Allies at Stanwix Street • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)
Liberty Ave at Stanwix St • Lines: P10 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Wood Street • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (8 min walk)
Steel Plaza • Lines: Blue, Red, Silver (13 min walk)

Train

Pittsburgh Union Station (20 min walk)