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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. The National Aviary ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

2. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
© Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

3. Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

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Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
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4. Kennywood Amusement Park

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Kennywood Amusement Park
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5. Senator John Heinz History Center

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Senator John Heinz History Center
© Senator John Heinz History Center

6. Carnegie Science Center

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7. The Andy Warhol Museum

Category: Museums & Culture

8. Highland Park

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Highland Park
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9. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
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10. Klavon's Ice Cream

Category: Kids & Family

11. Go Ape North Park

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Go Ape North Park
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12. Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum
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13. Duquesne Incline

Duquesne Incline
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14. Gateway Clipper

Gateway Clipper
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15. Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Category: Museums & Culture
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
© Carnegie Museum of Natural History

16. Prantl's Bakery

Category: Food & Drink

17. Market Square Farmer’s Market

Category: Shopping
Market Square Farmer’s Market
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18. Kayak Pittsburgh

19. Kickback Pinball Cafe

Category: Food & Drink

20. Gemini Theater Company

Category: Entertainment
Gemini Theater Company
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21. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Category: Kids & Family
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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22. Randyland

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Pittsburgh is a down-to-earth city that is packed with things to see and do for kids. The city is endowed with a wealth of world-class museums and attractions, bustling restaurants, coffee shops and cafés. There are plenty of parks and urban spaces in which to relax and soak up the scene.

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