{"id":2985,"date":"2022-06-09T16:27:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-09T20:27:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/riverlifepgh.org\/?p=2985"},"modified":"2022-06-09T16:27:10","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T20:27:10","slug":"top-10-ways-to-enjoy-pittsburghs-riverfronts-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lucid-heisenberg.31-170-165-113.plesk.page\/index.php\/2022\/06\/09\/top-10-ways-to-enjoy-pittsburghs-riverfronts-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 ways to enjoy Pittsburgh’s riverfronts this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

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TOP 10 WAYS TO ENJOY PITTSBURGH\u2019S RIVERFRONTS THIS SUMMER<\/h2>\n

1. Pack a basket and picnic at The Highline: <\/strong>The Highline on the South Side offers\u00a0 some of the \"\"city<\/span>\u2019s most fabulous views. It is\u00a0 located conveniently on the riverfront trail,\u00a0 making it a go-to location to grab a coffee\u00a0 and meet up with friends. Make a day of it\u00a0 with a picnic basket and a camera.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Cool off at the Water Steps on the North\u00a0 Shore: <\/strong>A perfect family-friendly day on the\u00a0 riverfronts wouldn\u2019t be complete without\u00a0 dipping your toes into the cool waters at\u00a0 the Pittsburgh Water Steps. Just remember\u00a0 to pack your sunscreen!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Ride your bike along the Great Allegheny\u00a0 Passage: <\/strong>The Mon Wharf Switchback makes\u00a0 the Downtown section of the trail as smooth\u00a0 as possible. The Switchback connects trail <\/span>users from the Smithfield Street Bridge, Three\u00a0 Rivers Heritage Trail, and Great Allegheny\u00a0 Passage down to the eastern end of the\u00a0 Mon Wharf Landing. How far will you go?<\/p>\n

4. Explore the city from the water: <\/strong><\/span>See\u00a0 Pittsburgh from a new perspective \u2013 on the\u00a0 rivers! We\"\" recommend hopping on a boat\u00a0 tour or renting a kayak to get out on <\/span>the\u00a0 waters and experience the rivers for yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Experience the Arts at Allegheny\u00a0 Landing: <\/strong>The Pittsburgh Creative Corps\u00a0 is back in 2022 to bring art and creative\u00a0 experiences to Allegheny Landing on\u00a0 the North Shore. From yoga to tango\u00a0 lessons, there is something for everyone.\u00a0 Learn more and sign up for events at\u00a0 riverlifepgh.org\/pcc<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

6. Pick up a new hobby: <\/strong>We\u2019re not going to\u00a0 tell you to take the day off work, but \u2026 What\u00a0 sounds more relaxing than you, a fishing\u00a0 pole, and the quiet waters on a Wednesday\u00a0 afternoon? Join in on one of Western\u00a0 Pennsylvania\u2019s most popular pastimes and\u00a0 enjoy quiet time on the water.<\/p>\n

7. Dust off your rollerblades and skate\u00a0 over to Point State Park: <\/strong>Document your\u00a0 moment and turn into an internet sensation\u00a0 by posing for photos with your skates in\u00a0 front of Pittsburgh\u2019s iconic Point State Park\u00a0 fountain. Be sure to tag us before you go\u00a0 viral at @RiverlifePgh on Instagram, Twitter,\u00a0 or Facebook.<\/p>\n

8. Try local cuisine at the Strip District\u00a0 farmers market: <\/strong>Nothing says summer\u00a0 quite like strolling through a neighborhood\u00a0 farmers market and picking up locally\u00a0 sourced goods.<\/p>\n

9. Bond with your fur babies at a riverfront\u00a0 dog park: <\/strong>You can find luscious green\u00a0 space for \"\"your pets to run and play safely at\u00a0 several waterfront locations, including the\u00a0 South Side and Strip District.<\/p>\n

10. Experience ArtWalk on the Allegheny<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0 Take a stroll through Downtown\u2019s Allegheny\u00a0 Riverfront Park near the Cultural District to\u00a0 view Invisible Ecologies<\/i>, an installation by\u00a0 Future Green Studio, and Black Flowers<\/i>, a\u00a0 mural by Camerin \u201cCamo\u201d Nesbit under\u00a0 the Ft. Duquesne Bridge. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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