Day Itinerary
8 Activities
Day 1
227 mi
Walk through Pennsylvania history in Gettysburg and Pittsburgh
Learn more about the history of Pennsylvania at two cities key to this country's formation: Gettysburg and Pittsburgh.
A morning stop in Gettysburg will leave you with a better understanding of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. The Battle of Gettysburg is often described as a turning point in the Civil War, as it was here that the Union army was able to halt the Confederate's attack on the North.
After that, head to Pittsburgh, where you'll learn more about the city's food, art, and history.
Before visiting the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, be sure to reserve tickets in advance.
Dress for comfort; this itinerary is packed to the brim.
A morning stop in Gettysburg will leave you with a better understanding of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. The Battle of Gettysburg is often described as a turning point in the Civil War, as it was here that the Union army was able to halt the Confederate's attack on the North.
After that, head to Pittsburgh, where you'll learn more about the city's food, art, and history.
Before visiting the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, be sure to reserve tickets in advance.
Dress for comfort; this itinerary is packed to the brim.
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09:351 hr 30 min
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
History
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, as it was here that the Union army was able to halt the Confederate's attack on the North. Also called the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion," Gettysburg also had the largest number of casualties in the Civil War.
Lastly, it also inspired President Abraham Lincoln's "Gettysburg Address," one of the best known speeches in U.S. history.
Start at the Visitor Center where you can find more information on the park and what you should visit.
Lastly, it also inspired President Abraham Lincoln's "Gettysburg Address," one of the best known speeches in U.S. history.
Start at the Visitor Center where you can find more information on the park and what you should visit.
66.9 mi
1 hr 20 min
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12:2515 min
Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery
Food
Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery is famous among locals and roadtrippers alike.
Make a quick stop here and pick up another snack from the bakery. Either get a slice or pick up an entire pie and save it for later.
You won't go wrong with any of the options, but the berry pie with lemon crust and the fruits of the forest are two of the most popular.
Make a quick stop here and pick up another snack from the bakery. Either get a slice or pick up an entire pie and save it for later.
You won't go wrong with any of the options, but the berry pie with lemon crust and the fruits of the forest are two of the most popular.
150.9 mi
2 hrs 30 min
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15:101 hr
Ephesus Pizza
Food
This isn't just your average pizza joint. Ephesus serves Turkish-inspired pizza, adding staple Middle Eastern ingredients as toppings.
You can get a gourmet pizza topped with things like chicken shish kabab, mangal soujouck (Turkish pepperoni), or Moroccan spiced chicken. Or you can get a pide, a Turkish style flatbread baked with different combinations of toppings.
Ephesus also serves classic Middle Eastern food like hummus, baba ghanoush, dolma (stuffed grape leaves), falafel, and more.
You can get a gourmet pizza topped with things like chicken shish kabab, mangal soujouck (Turkish pepperoni), or Moroccan spiced chicken. Or you can get a pide, a Turkish style flatbread baked with different combinations of toppings.
Ephesus also serves classic Middle Eastern food like hummus, baba ghanoush, dolma (stuffed grape leaves), falafel, and more.
0.6 mi
5 min
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16:151 hr 30 min
Point State Park
Outdoor
Point State Park is located at the point where the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers meet and form the Ohio River.
It was also the site of a pivotal turning point in the French and Indian War, or Seven Years War, a war between Britain and France over the colonization of North America. You can learn more about the history in this park at Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne.
Or just sit here and enjoy the view.
It was also the site of a pivotal turning point in the French and Indian War, or Seven Years War, a war between Britain and France over the colonization of North America. You can learn more about the history in this park at Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne.
Or just sit here and enjoy the view.
2.4 mi
10 min
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17:551 hr
Randyland
Art
Randyland is another popular art museum in Pittsburgh. It is considered to be one of the most colorful public art landmarks in the country.
The outdoor museum was created by Randy Gilson, a community activist in Pittsburgh who suffered from homelessness and poverty in his early life. He bought this building with a credit card in 1995 and then began to carry out his creative vision. The museum is dedicated to his therapy, which involves painting.
Spend some time here admiring the many, many art installations.
The outdoor museum was created by Randy Gilson, a community activist in Pittsburgh who suffered from homelessness and poverty in his early life. He bought this building with a credit card in 1995 and then began to carry out his creative vision. The museum is dedicated to his therapy, which involves painting.
Spend some time here admiring the many, many art installations.
3.7 mi
15 min
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19:101 hr 30 min
Grand Concourse
Food
Grand Concourse is located in the beautifully preserved Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station. With cathedral stained-glass ceilings, marble columns, and a grand staircase, the historic architecture alone makes it worth dining here.
The railroad station was built in 1901 and quickly became a major hub for transportation on the East Coast. In 1974, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Just a few years after that, it was renovated and became the Grand Concourse restaurant.
There are a couple vegetarian options on the Grand Concourse menu, but it is especially known for its signature seafood dishes.
The railroad station was built in 1901 and quickly became a major hub for transportation on the East Coast. In 1974, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Just a few years after that, it was renovated and became the Grand Concourse restaurant.
There are a couple vegetarian options on the Grand Concourse menu, but it is especially known for its signature seafood dishes.
1.2 mi
10 min
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20:502 hrs
The Summit
Food
The Summit cocktail bar is located in Pittsburgh's Mount Washington Neighborhood.
Grab a drink here, play some board games, and relax a little. The Summit doesn't have your average pub food. If you get hungry again, order popcorn, elote, or the jerk chicken empanadas.
Sunday 2–7pm Monday 5–10pm Tuesday 5–10pm Wednesday 5–10pm Thursday 5–10pm Friday 5pm–12am Saturday 5pm–12am
Grab a drink here, play some board games, and relax a little. The Summit doesn't have your average pub food. If you get hungry again, order popcorn, elote, or the jerk chicken empanadas.
Sunday 2–7pm Monday 5–10pm Tuesday 5–10pm Wednesday 5–10pm Thursday 5–10pm Friday 5pm–12am Saturday 5pm–12am
1.9 mi
10 min
23:009 hrs 30 min