Your Guide to a Pittsburgh Staycation
Who says you have to leave town to get away? From grand historic hotels and quirky neighborhood Airbnbs to cozy cabins and airport-adjacent retreats, Pittsburgh has plenty of options for a change of scenery. Host Megan Harris is with City Cast contributors Meg St-Esprit and Aakanksha Agarwal to talk about their recs for where to stay, what to do, and how to embrace the art of the staycation.
Their hottest take? Leave yourself plenty of time to do absolutely nothing. Check out some other recs here!
**This episode originally aired on November 10, 2025.
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