With summer approaching, students are looking forward for the excitement of summer. Yes, the freedom from school and responsibilities is fun, but when looking at activities to do in the area during the summer months, sometimes it is discouraging. Often, we forget that we have a big city full of excitement in our backyard. Here are the top five things to do this summer in Pittsburgh!
- Visiting the National Aviary is always an exciting time. With over 500 birds filling up the beautiful aviary, there is always something to look at. If interested, click here for more information: https://www.aviary.org.
- For anyone who loves to get active and bike, the Three Rivers Heritage Trail might be the activity for you. This trail contains 33 miles of river and gorgeous views of the city. If interested in visiting, click here: https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/homepage/three-rivers-heritage-trail/.
- Summer means a few things, one of which is concerts. PPG Paints Arena has the hottest concerts of the year, and although they sell out fast, getting an app such as Ticketmaster can assist in getting the best tickets for the best prices. Click here if interested in checking out the arena: https://www.ppgpaintsarena.com/.
- The Gateway Clipper is a fun idea for anyone who wants to try the boat life out! If you are looking for a great date idea or just somewhere fun to hang out with friends, this is the place to go. With a variety of dining and sightseeing options, this adventure is a great summer treat. If interested, visit: https://www.gatewayclipper.com/.
If you’re looking for the perfect place in Pittsburgh with beautiful scenery, Point State Park is for you. This perfect picnic spot is located at the tip of Pittsburgh’s “Golden Triangle.” The views and the historical aspect will definitely have you wanting to visit this park. If interested in finding out more, click here: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/PointStatePark/Pages/default.aspx.
