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• Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky Street, +1 412 237-8300, [7]. Said to be one of the most comprehensive single-artist museums in the world, "The Warhol" has exhibits of the artist's life and work, recreations of portions of "The Factory", screening of films, and educational programs about the Pittsburgh-born artist as well as other contemporary and pop artists.

• Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 4400 Forbes Av., +1 412 622-3131, [8]. Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM, Su noon-5PM. Visit the dinosaurs and see the extensive gem and mineral collection.

• Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh, Oakland [9]. The 42-story centerpiece of "Pitt's" campus - the tallest academic building in America, and the second-tallest in the world - was completed in 1937 and features magnificent Gothic architecture both inside and out. It is also home to the famed Nationality Rooms [10] - 26 rooms decorated in the themes of the various cultures that played a hand in the city's development. The Rooms are open to the public as long as class is not being held in them.

• Frick Art and Historical Center [11]. Visit steel magnate Henry Clay Frick's mansion-cum-art museum, open Tu-Su 10AM-5PM.

• Heinz Chapel, University of Pittsburgh, [12]. Ponder the stained glass, said to be among the tallest in the world.

• Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin +1 412 461-0500 [13] is a compact but extremely popular amusement park, founded in 1898. It is home to several rollercoasters, including the "Thunderbolt," rountinely named as one of the best wooden coasters in the country by enthusiasts.

• The Mattress Factory, 500 Sampsonia Way, North Side +1 412 231-3169 [14] is contemporary art on the installation-scale, with several notable James Turrell works in their permanent exhibitions.

• Phipps Conservatory, Schenley Park on Schenley Drive, [15]. Large indoor and outdoor gardens with beautiful floral displays.

• Pittsburgh Glass Center, 5472 Penn Ave, 412-365-2145, [16]. Celebrating its fifth anniversary in conjunction with “Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass” in 2007. Pittsburgh Glass Center is a nonprofit, public access glass studio and gallery dedicated to teaching, creating and promoting glass art. The 16,000+ square foot building is one of the top glass art facilities in the country and houses state-of-the-art studios in hot glass, flameworking, coldworking, casting and kilnworking.

• Pittsburgh Irish and Classical Theatre [17] is a professional company which has emerged as a significant contributor to the cultural fabric of Pittsburgh with almost 2000 loyal subscribers, and an annual attendance of over 23,000. PICT has garnered a yearly position on the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's list of the city's Top 50 Cultural Forces. The organization's productions are consistently ranked among the year's best by the critics of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and Pittsburgh City Paper. PICT was named Theatre of the Year in both 2004 and 2006 by critics of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

• Marvel at the glass buildings of PPG Place [18] downtown. Its main building resembles a crystal castle right out of a fairy tale.

• Rodef Shalom Synagogue [19] - visit the biblical-themed garden.

• Schenley Plaza and Park - conveniently located adjacent to the Cathedral of Learning and the Carnegie Museum complex, this 456-acre park is a haven for exercisers, sunbathers, and anyone who appreciates beautiful green space. The newly-constructed Plaza area, across from the Carnegie Library of Oakland, features a carousel and free wi-fi Internet access. On Sunday and Wednesday nights during the summer, a free movie is shown on Flagstaff Hill in the park.

• Senator John Heinz History Center and the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum [20] - The Senator John Heinz History Center is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and the largest history museum in Pennsylvania. The History Center features the new Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum and the Library and Archives, and includes six

• Take the Monongahela or Duquesne Inclines, operated by the Port Authority to the top of Mount Washington. One way trips cost $1.75; pay at the top or get on at the bottom and take a "free" round trip.

• Bike, jog, walk, or play in one of Pittsburgh's four large city parks - Schenley, Highland, Frick, and Riverview.

• Watch a Pittsburgh Pirates, Steelers, or Penguins game.

• Take a Duckboat tour of the city in an authentic WWII amphibious vehicle.

Each district has its unique restaurants, but the main districts for eating are Mount Washington, the Strip District, South Side and, of course Downtown. If you're willing to go a little off the beaten path, you'll also find gems tucked away just slightly further out which are still accessible by PAT bus.

• Bloomfield Bridge Tavern, 4412 Liberty Avenue, Bloomfield, +1 412 682-8611. Small and fairly dimly-lit, but the delicious pierogies and kielbasa make it all worth it. They even offer duck blood soup, for the most dedicated fans of Polish cuisine.
• Dumplinz Cafe, 411 Seventh Avenue facing Smithfield, Downtown, +1 412 281-6062, [24]. Brand new addition to the eat-in or takeout quick service breakfast and lunch restaurants. Serves filled pastas of the world such as Italian ravioli, Eastern Eurapean pierogies and Russian pelmeni. Outstanding alternative to Subway and Quiznos for about the same price.
• The Sharp Edge, 302 South St. Clair Street, Friendship, +1 412 661-3537, [25]. For a place that calls itself a "Beer Emporium", it certainly does not disappoint, with more than 20 Belgians on tap among its offerings. A cozy neighborhood establishment, with a pinball machine to boot.
• Tram's, 4050 Penn Ave, Lawrenceville, +1 412 682-2688. Excellent, hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese, owned and operated almost single-handedly by Mr. Tram himself.
• Chaya Japanese Cuisine, 2104 Murray Ave, Squirrel Hill, +1 412 422-2082, [26]. Amazingly good sushi, worth every penny. One of the few places in the country where you will find wasabi made from fresh wasabi root instead of powder; the waiter will proudly show you the root if you ask. Word of warning: its capacity is tiny, and don't expect to be acknowledged as you wait for a table.
• Hemingway's Cafe, 3911 Forbes Ave. Typical college bar. Half priced food after 9pm and $1 draft beer offers make it the perfect place to go for a late dinner.
• Pizzaiolo, 703 Washington Road., Over the last ten years, Il Pizzaiolo has become one of Pittsburgh's best restaurant destinations. Locals from all over the city flock to the Pizzaiolo's location in the sleepy South Hills town of Mt. Lebanon. The food is always fantastic, punctuated by Nepoletana pizza from a woodfired brick oven, homemade desserts, and a classy winebar serving over 200 italian wines, Pizzaiolo has the best of what Pittsburgh can offer.
• Don's Green Front Inn, 2341 E. Carson St, +1 412 488-3140. Bar and restaurant, a peppy crowd, and friendly bartenders.
• Eat 'n Park, 1816 Murray Avenue, Squirrel Hill, +1 412 422-7203, [27], and various locations around town. Family-friendly local chain. Fair prices, friendly service, and their trademark smiley cookie. Many only eat here when they have to (i.e. after the bars close) but others eat here by choice.
• Gullifty's Restaurant, 1922 Murray Avenue, Squirrel Hill, +1 412 521-8222. [28]. A varied menu and Pittsburgh's Best Desserts 22 years running. not only do they have award winning desserts, but delicious entrées as well. They have been offering live jazz many nights, it simply sets a lovely environment to wine and dine.
• Le Pommier, 2104 E. Carson St, +1 412 431-1901. Authentic Country French menu. Located on East Carson street in the South Side.
• Louis Tambellini Restaurant, 860 Saw Mill Run Blvd (Rt. 51), +1 412 481-1118,