2025 Visitor's Guide

Not only can you find amazing places to fuel up before the race, Pittsburgh also offers multiple local-favorites and two 2023 James Beard semifinalists. No matter where you go, make sure you find yourself some pierogies! Here are a few you could check out:

• Apteka - 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists serving Eastern European vegan fare.
• Primanti Bros - the classic Pittsburgh sandwich, fluffy bread, chosen protein, and plenty of coleslaw.
• Salem’s Market & Grill - Pittsburgh’s largest and longest running halal food market and eatery.
• DiAnoia’s Eatery - delicious Italian fare with plenty of pasta dishes to fuel you up!

We know that sometimes eating out at a restaurant isn’t the best for all runners. Some prefer to cook at home or pick up specific ingredients from a grocery store. Luckily, Pittsburgh offers multiple grocery options that should be able to accommodate most dietary restrictions. Here are just a few: 

• Target Grocery - Downtown Pittsburgh Grocery Store with most staple items.
• Giant Eagle Grocery Store - regional grocery store a short walk from downtown.
• Trader Joe’s - small grocery store accessible by bus.
• Whole Foods Market - a large grocery store with products with many organic and plant-based options.

So you’ve picked up your bib, you’ve gotten your reservations, and you’ve made a food run to stock the hotel mini-fridge with your snacks. Now it’s time to entertain the family, explore the city, check out the spots you’ll only find in Pittsburgh:

• The Warhol - an art museum holding the largest collection of Warhol Art and archival materials.
• National Aviary - America’s only independent indoor nonprofit zoo dedicated to birds.
• The Roberto Clemente Museum - the largest exhibited collection of materials celebrating the life and work of Pittsburgh Pirates great, Roberto Clemente.
• Children’s Museum - an innovative and inclusive museum experience for children, youth, and families.

While you can always run on the streets, Pittsburgh parks are a great option for your own shakeout run!

• Point State Park - the perfect downtown location to view the confluence of Pittsburgh’s 3 rivers: the Allegheny River, the Monongahela River, and the Ohio River.
• North Shore Riverfront Park and Trail - big enough for cyclists and runners, you can follow this trail all along the North Shore of the Allegheny and Ohio Rivers.
• Three Rivers Heritage Trail - the South Side of Pittsburgh’s premier trail.

Open the Transit App, tap “Buy Ticket” button at the bottom of the screen. There you can purchases transportation fares before you get on your mode of transportation.

Yes, Pittsburgh has Zipcar, Uber, and Lyft options.

1. For Bus Service and the “T” - Pittsburgh’s light rail system - pay as you enter at the front door. This policy is in effect at all times.
2. Downtown Pittsburgh is a hub of transportation for the city. You can transfer from more PRT Buses or “T” routes from there. This includes transferring from the Pittsburgh International Airport to wherever you are staying!
3. PRT fare is $2.75 for unlimited rides within a 3-hour period. Riders can purchase fares at the ticket vending machine at the Pittsburgh Airport near Door #6 next to baggage claim. Exact change is required when paying with cash as bus drivers do not carry change. Travel between the Downtown and North Shore is free on the light  rail system.

• Option 1 - PRT 28X Bus - Once you’ve gotten off your flight and picked up your luggage, the best way to get downtown is to take the 28X Bus. This will take you from the Pittsburgh International Airport to Downtown with other stops along the way. Since Downtown Pittsburgh is our transportation hub, you will be able to make your way to wherever you need to go after arriving downtown and revisiting your TransitApp. 
• Option 2 - Lyft or Uber - If you do not want to wait for a bus, we recommend you take a Lyft or Uber to your final Pittsburgh destination.

If you arrive in Pittsburgh via your own car, don’t worry! The city is incredibly driveable and driver-friendly.

• Street Parking: Download Go Mobile PGH
  • The city has Pay Parking all over the city that you can either pay at a kiosk or use the app Go Mobile PGH.
  • We recommend you download the app to your smartphone and use that throughout your stay! One important note is that most of the city has free parking after 6 p.m. Make sure you pay attention to all road signs while choosing a place to park! 
• Garage Parking: Download ParkPGH or visit parkpgh.org
  • This one-stop shop will help you learn where all the open spots are in the local garages in real-time and could be especially useful on race day!
  • Please note that some parking garages have limits on how long you can park in them. Please make sure to research which before storing your vehicle for the weekend.