Skip to content
Evening

Golden Light on the Hill

Start high above the city to catch the last warm light of the day before heading down to the river for dinner.

Best time: 15 OctAbout 190 min

Timeline

  1. 16:54

    St. Anthony's Chapel

    Walk up to St. Anthony's Chapel on Troy Hill. The views from the neighborhood are best before the sun dips, giving the skyline a warm glow. Check if the chapel is open (13:00-16:00) if you wish to go inside, but the exterior and surrounding streets are free to explore.

  2. 17:54

    Scratch & Co

    Stop at Scratch & Co for a coffee or light bite. It is just a short walk from the chapel. With the café open until 22:00 on weekdays, you have plenty of time to enjoy a drink while planning the descent.

  3. 18:39

    North Shore Riverfront Park

    Head down to North Shore Riverfront Park. This is the spot to watch the sun set over the Ohio and Allegheny Rivers. The unobstructed views of downtown are at their peak as the sky darkens.

  4. 19:09

    Original Oyster House

    Walk to Original Oyster House for dinner. Located near PNC Park, this seafood spot is open until 20:00 on weekdays. It is a perfect place to warm up after the evening chill by the river.

  5. 20:09

    Scratch & Co

    End the night back at Scratch & Co for a final drink. The café stays open late, offering a quiet place to unwind after the busy evening.

Local tip

The walk from St. Anthony's Chapel to North Shore Riverfront Park is long (54+ minutes). Consider using a ride-share or checking local transit options to get down to the river after your chapel visit.

Check before you go

  • St. Anthony's Chapel is only open 13:00-16:00. If you arrive later, you can still enjoy the neighborhood views.
  • Original Oyster House closes at 20:00 on weekdays. Make sure you get there in time for dinner.
  • Scratch & Co is open until 22:00 on weekdays, so it is a reliable spot for a late drink.

Worth knowing

  • Scratch & Co is open at 17:54 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa
  • Original Oyster House is open at 19:09 only on Sa
  • Scratch & Co is open at 20:09 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pittsburgh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Back to Pittsburgh