Timeline
12:00
Pick up a Primanti Bros. sandwich. The classic style piles coleslaw and fries right onto the bread, served on wax paper. It is quick, iconic, and keeps you moving.
12:15
Walk five minutes southeast to North Shore Riverfront Park. The trail runs along the Ohio and Allegheny Rivers, offering unobstructed views of the downtown skyline. It is a wide, open space perfect for a post-lunch stroll.
12:45
Head four minutes west-southwest to Highmark SportsWorks. Explore the exhibits at this science center located in the Chateau neighborhood. It provides a nice indoor break and a closer look at the area's industrial heritage.
Local tip
Primanti Bros. is very popular. If you arrive at 12:00, expect a short wait for seating or take-out. The walk to the riverfront is flat and easy.
Check before you go
- Primanti Bros. does not publish fixed opening hours online; arrive by 12:00 to ensure they are open for lunch service.
- Highmark SportsWorks is open during the day; check their specific calendar for any temporary closures.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pittsburgh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).