Who says you have to leave town to get away? A Pittsburgh staycation can mean a weekend in a grand historic hotel, a one-night stay in a neighborhood you've been meaning to explore, and just giving yourself permission to be unproductive and enjoy a change of scenery.
Here are a few tips for making the most of a getaway close to home:
- Slow down and unplug. This is your chance to lounge in a beautiful room, take a long bath, read a book by the fireplace, order a cocktail, or sleep in. And if you can, put your phone away. Relaxation is the whole point.
- Explore a new-to-you neighborhood. Cross a river and spend some time getting to know a corner of our region you don’t know well. Walk around, pop into shops, try a restaurant or bar, and get a feel for the place, its history, and its connection to the places you know best.
- Make your accommodations part of the experience. Whether it's a funky boutique property, a Victorian bed-and-breakfast, or a cozy Airbnb, choose a place with some personality. You might even get to stay somewhere you've admired from the sidewalk or Zillow for years.
- Give yourself a little adventure. A new restaurant, rooftop drinks, a neighborhood bar, a walk through a park, leaf-peeping, a pool, or a hot tub. Give yourself something to look forward to without turning the weekend into a checklist.
- Make it a tradition. Staycations — even for one night! — can work in every season. A night Downtown in December, a summer cabin or campground, a fall weekend exploring a new neighborhood — there's always a reason to get out of your usual routine without going very far.
Need more event inspo? There’s so much to do in Pittsburgh.
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