Post on 11-Jun-2020
We advance ini t iatives that foster economic vi tal i t y and improve Downtown l i fe – for a moment or for a l i fet ime.
925 Liberty Avenue, 4th FloorPittsburgh, PA 15222Phone: 412-566-4190PDP@DowntownPittsburgh.com
CommuteInfoInfo on how to schedule your daily commute, including regional transit , vanpooling, carpooling, biking and park-n-ride facilities. commuteinfo.org
Walk PittsburghFind information on walking benefits, routes, safety, and events. walkpittsburgh.org
Bike PittsburghBike Pittsburgh provides resources from bike-specific maps, how-to videos, and more to help all be comfortable biking in an urban environment . bikepgh.org
ParkPGHPlan ahead with real-time availability info for Greater Downtown Pittsburgh garages via web, app, tex t , or a call-in service. parkpgh.org
W E L C O M E T O D O W N T O W N P I T T S B U R G H ! We encourage all to walk , bike, take public transportation, or share rides to get around Downtown.
W A L K I N G Getting Around DowntownDowntown is the most walkable neighborhood in Pittsburgh: it ’s easy to walk from one end of Downtown to the other in 25 minutes or less. Getting to major destinations like sports stadi-ums, local museums, restaurants, and more is all accomplished easily on foot .
Three Rivers Heritage Trail The Three Rivers Heritage Trail System is a multi-use, 24-mile river front trail system with segments on both banks of Pittsburgh’s three rivers that provides access to city neighborhoods, business districts, and local attractions. For trail information: friendsoftheriverfront.org
Bridge WalkwaysCross the Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne Bridges on dedicated pedestrian walkways and easily get between Point State Park and the North & South Shores.
B I K I N G Healthy Ride Bike ShareEnjoy Pittsburgh’s public bike sharing system, now with 20 of the city ’s 175 stations located in Downtown. Rides star t at $2 for 30 minutes, and get unlimited 15-minute free bike rides with your Port Authority ConnectCard. healthyridepgh.com
Downtown Bike Lanes Explore Downtown using dedicated and protected bike lanes throughout the neighborhood. Use the new Mon Wharf Switchback Ramp to effor tlessly bike from Point State Park to Smithfield Street , the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, and beyond.
Bike Fix-It StationsIn need of an air pump and wrench or maybe a patch kit and tire lever ? Six bike fix-it stations offer free bike tools for cyclists in need of on-the-go bike repair.
Bike Racks and SheltersFind bike racks and shelters near many destinations across Downtown, including 20 public ar t bike racks in the Cultural District . All Pittsburgh Parking Authority garages have free sheltered bike racks.
Bike Storage HubsLease a dedicated space for your bike at the Century Building (130 7th Street) or Third Avenue Garage Bike Station.
P U B L I C T R A N S I THow to RideOne-way fares on light rail and busses are $2.50 with a ConnectCard and $2.75 with cash. Children up to age 5 ride free with a fare-paying adult . ConnectCards are available at the Downtown Service Center and Downtown light rail stations. All-day passes are also available for $7 . Bikes can be brought on-board light rail, Port Authority busses, and the inclines. For schedules, route planning, fares:portauthority.org • (412) 442-2000
Light RailLight rail trains serve the North Shore, Downtown, Station Square, and South Hills areas of Pittsburgh and run both above and underground.
Free Fare ZoneTravel around Downtown quickly in the light rail free fare zone with unlimited free travel between the First Side and North Shore stops.
BusBusses connect Downtown users to neighborhoods and destinations throughout the region.
East BuswayA dedicated bus-only road provides fast travel between Downtown and East End communities, including Shadyside, East Liberty, Wilkinsburg, and Swissvale.
To the AirportBus service to the airport is available on the 28X – Airport Flyer, with a limited number of stops between Downtown and Pittsburgh International Airport .
Inclines The Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines have been traveling between the South Shore and scenic Mt . Washington since 1870, offering breathtaking views of Downtown and providing easy access to and from the top of the mountain with trips every 15 minutes. portauthority.org
ParatransitACCESS is a paratransit service that provides door-to-door, advanced reservation transportation, primarily serving people with disabilities, human service agencies, and people aged 65 and over. Reserve a ride by calling (412) 562-5353 or Relay 711. myaccessride.com
Passenger RailThe Pennsylvanian and the Capitol Limited have daily trips through Downtown, offering connections to national destinations including Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Chicago, Washington, D.C. and New York City. amtrak.com
R E S O U R C E S & A P P S
Transit AppGet real-time information and route planning combining public transportation, ridehailing, bikeshare, and carshare on your smartphone. transitapp.com
Moovit AppPeace of mind for public transportation with all local transit options and aler ts. moovitapp.com
Google MapsPlan your journey and map out detours, whether by foot , bike, car, or public transit . maps.google.com
ScoobiOn-demand electric scooter rentals available seasonally, from spring to fall, in Downtown and East End neighborhoods. scoobi.com
Uber, Lyft, Z-TripDowntown Pittsburgh is serviced by Uber, Lyft , and Z-Trip for on-demand ridehailing.
ZipcarCars, trucks, and vans available to rent by the hour or the day throughout Downtown, with special rates for college students. zipcar.com
For dining, shopping, events, and even more ways to get around: DowntownPittsburgh.com
WALKING • BIKING • BUS & LIGHT RAILTRANSIT RESOURCES • CONSTRUCTION
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Colwell St
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Locust St
Edna St
Van Braam St
Armstrong Tunnel
Bluff St
Wylie Ave
Wylie Ave
Webster Ave
Manilla St
Robert St
Arthur St
Arthur St
Wylie Ave
Forbes Ave
W Station Square Dr.
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P.J. McArdle Roadway
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Mulberry Way
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Isabella St.
Sandusky St.
Anderson St.
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Lockhart St
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Canal St
Shawano St
Suismon St
Thropp St
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Middle St
East St
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N Shore Dr.
N Shore Dr.
Reedsdale St
Ridge Ave
Western Ave
Allegheny Ave
Galveston Ave
Rope Way
Brighton Rd
Buttercup Way
Beech Ave
Dounton Way
Maolis Way
N Lincoln Ave
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W North Ave
Art Rooney Ave
Exchange Way
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TO SOUTH HILLS
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D O W N TO W N D E S T I N AT I O N S707-709 Penn Avenue Galleries
Andy Warhol Museum
Arcade Comedy Theater
August Wilson Center
Benedum Center
Bricolage Production Company
Byham Theater
Cabaret at Theater Square
Carnegie Science Center
Fort Pitt Museum
Harris Theater
Heinz Field
Heinz Hall
Highmark Stadium
O’Reilly Theater
PNC Park
Pittsburgh Playhouse
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D O W N TO W N C O N S T R U C T I O NLower Hill Redevelopment Project(Ongoing) Predevelopment work
I-279 Parkway North Improvement Project(2017-2019)Northbound ramp closures, mainline I-279 restrictions, crossovers
Rachel Carson Bridge Rehabilitation (9TH Street Bridge)(2019-2020)Complete closure repair & rehabilitation. 10th Street Bridge Paving(2018-2019)Paving the bridge deck & completion of painting
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I-579 “Cap” Urban Connector Project(2019-2021)Park connector project linking Downtown & the lower Hill District
9th and Penn Garage Redevelopment(Ongoing)Demolition & reconstruction of the public parking garage
Grant Street Reconstruction Project (2019-2020)Replacement of all bricks & damaged portions of the concrete subbase.
Forbes Avenue Sidewalk Extension Project(2019)Sidewalk ex tension between Market Square and Wood Street .
Boulevard of the Allies (2019-2020)Resurfacing, signal upgrades, ADA curb cut ramp installation, and pedestrian safety improvements.
Amtrak Station
Free Fare Zone Light Rail Station
Parking Garages with Bike Racks
Walking & Biking Trails
Light Rail Route
Pedestrian & Bike Walkways
Bike Lanes
Healthy Ride Bike Share
K E Y
Inclines
Port Authority Service Center
Trail Access Connections
Airport Flyer Stops (28X)
Light Rail Station
Bike Fix-It Station Locations
Rivers Casino
Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center
SPACE Gallery
Stage AE
Wood Street Galleries