Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh

Name: Penn Avenue
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#381 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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Penn Avenue is a major arterial street in Pittsburgh and Wilkinsburg, in Pennsylvania. Its western terminus lies at Gateway Center in downtown Pittsburgh. For its westernmost ten blocks it serves as the core of the Cultural District with such attractions as Heinz Hall, the Benedum Center and the Byham Theater as well as the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and the Heinz History Center bordering it. Exiting downtown it is the major route through the city's Strip District, Lawrenceville, Bloomfield, Garfield and East Liberty neighborhoods. Its eastern portion exits the city at Wilkinsburg where it continues to exist as Penn Avenue with a numbering system that begins anew using small numbers as it approaches Interstate 376 the "Parkway East". Penn Avenue is about 8.7 miles long. ()

Coordinates: 40°26'38"N, 79°56'18"W

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East End (Squirrel Hill North)Pittsburgh United States

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Penn Avenue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carnegie Museum of Art, Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park, Phipps Conservatory, Frick Fine Arts Building.

0.6 miW
Multimedia exhibits of contemporary art
Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh, the Carnegie Museum of Art stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. Established in 1895 by industrialist Andrew Carnegie, the museum is a revered institution that showcases a diverse collection of...
0.4 miS
Golf
Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park, Pittsburgh
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh's vibrant greens, the Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park offers golf enthusiasts and newcomers alike a serene urban retreat. This public golf course, named in honor of the late Pittsburgh Mayor Bob O'Connor, is a verdant oasis...
0.6 miSW
Park, Garden, Historical place
Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory stands as a verdant oasis amid the urban landscape. This historic botanical garden, established in 1893, offers a serene escape with its elaborate collection of plants and breathtaking glasshouse...
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art
Frick Fine Arts Building, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Nestled within the verdant grounds of the University of Pittsburgh, the Frick Fine Arts Building stands as a beacon of cultural enrichment in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, United States. This historic structure is not only a hub for the university's Department of...
0.4 miNW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • The Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania's Shadyside section is a Biblical botanical garden. Opened and free to the public since 1987 from June 1 through September 15.
0.7 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bellefield Hall, Pittsburgh
18 min walk • Bellefield Hall is a Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation Historic Landmark and is a contributing property to the Schenley Farms Historic District on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh across Bellefield Avenue from Heinz Memorial Chapel and the lawn of the...
~1470 ftSW
Park
Kraus Campo, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • Kraus Campo is a roof garden and landscape design space in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is located on the roof of the Posner Center on the Carnegie Mellon University campus, between the College of Fine Arts building and Posner Hall.
~1460 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Miller ICA at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh
8 min walk • The Miller ICA at Carnegie Mellon University is the contemporary art gallery of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.6 miW
Bridge
Schenley Bridge, Pittsburgh
15 min walk • Schenley Bridge connects Schenley Plaza to Schenley Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It carries Schenley Drive over Junction Hollow to Frew Street and Flagstaff Hill.
0.6 miS
Fountain
Catahecassa Spring, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • The Catahecassa Spring is located at the intersection of E. Circuit Road and Serpentine Drive in Schenley Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The spring was built in 1906-1907 and is one of only three remaining springs within the city.
0.6 miNW
Church
Church of the Ascension, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • Church of the Ascension located at Ellsworth Avenue and Neville Street in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was built in 1898.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Penn Avenue?

Nearby attractions include Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh (6 min walk), Miller ICA at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh (8 min walk), Kraus Campo, Pittsburgh (8 min walk), Moreland-Hoffstot House, Pittsburgh (8 min walk).

How to get to Penn Avenue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Penn Avenue:

Bus

Fifth Avenue opposite Amberson Avenue • Lines: 71B (7 min walk)