Timeline
14:00
Head to Hillman Library. It is the center of the University Library System and a quiet place to settle in. Arrive right when it opens for the afternoon to avoid the rush and find a good seat.
14:45
Walk over to Caliban Book Shop. Spend some time browsing their collection of books, autographs, and original art. It is a short walk from the library and a perfect way to stretch your legs while looking at something unique.
15:30
Stop at Union Grill for a bite. It serves classic American food like burgers and is very close to the previous stop. Note that this place can get really crowded at lunch time, so arriving a bit later helps avoid the queue.
15:50
End your walk at the Cathedral of Learning. Use the golden light starting around 19:22 to admire the 42-story Gothic Revival skyscraper. The stone will look warm and striking in the late afternoon sun.
Local tip
Caliban Book Shop is closed on Sundays and open until 18:00 on most days, but stays open until 20:30 on Thursdays. Check the route if you need to get back to your starting point.
Check before you go
- Union Grill is open Mo-Th 11:30-22:00, Fr-Sa 11:30-23:00, and Su 12:00-21:00.
- Caliban Book Shop is open Fr-We 11:00-18:00 and Th 11:00-20:30.
- Hillman Library hours are not specified in the context; check opening times upon arrival.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pittsburgh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).