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Your Pittsburgh Summer Starter Pack

Posted on July 1, 2025   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Francesca Dabecco

Francesca Dabecco

vegan orange dreamsicle ice cream in a waffle cone

Try Millie's new picnic collection, which includes this vegan orange dreamsicle ice cream. (Francesca Dabecco / City Cast Pittsburgh)

🍦 Scoop Up Frozen Treats

It doesn’t quite feel like summertime in Pittsburgh until you’re eating soft serve under the drippy bridge at Page’s in the South Side — but there are so many more tasty spots to try. And if you’re lactose intolerant, we’ve got recs for the best non-dairy scoops in the city.

⛱️ Make a Splash at Pittsburgh Pools

Whether you want to bring the whole family or take a solo dip in the pool, we've got your guide on where to go — including the pools with the best amenities, nicest views, and cleanest bathrooms. A day pass is $5 per adult.

🌊 Have Fun with River Recreation

Paddle down river at sunset, charter a boat for a day of catching sunrays, go on a river cruise with an expert Pittsburgh guide, bike along the riverfront — there's a boatload of ways to take in the beauty of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers.

🚲 Rent Bikes for a City Cruise

You can rent a POGOH bike just about anywhere in the city for a convenient way to explore town or hit the trails. And there’s even an accessible fleet of bicycles and tricycles posted at the Eliza Furnace Trailhead in Hazelwood.

🌳 Find Respite in Pittsburgh Parks

Pittsburgh is full of luscious green spaces, from sprawling woodlands to pocket parks. Find out where to go for an intense hike, a leisurely stroll on a romantic date, and everything in between.

🌮 Dig in at Food & Drink Festivals

Pittsburgh is cooking up delicious bite and beverage celebrations, from Picklesburgh to Barrel and Flow. Find some lesser-known events, like the Lebanese Festival in Beechview with the best falafel and apricot rolls.

🖼️ Cool Down Inside Free Museums

Where do you go when the pool is packed and Pittsburgh is starting to feel like Florida? We’ve got your guide to free or donation-based museums and attractions that are sure to pique your curiosity — and give you a fun day out without breaking the bank.

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