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One good way to see a lot of Pittsburgh in a little time is on the Double Decker Bus Tour (aka Big Red Bus). It goes to most of the spots of interest - South Side (incline to Mt. Washington, lots of fun independent shops & restaurants), North Side (Stadiums, Casino, Aviary, Warhol Museum, Science Center), Strip District (Heinz History Center & Western PA Sports Museum, Pittsburgh's Historic Market District and THE place to go for great food & restaurants, as well as sidewalk vendors and affordable sports stuff), Downtown (cultural district, Market Square), and Oakland, (Carnegie Museums, Phipps Conservatory, Universities) The nice thing is that the tours run all day and have "on-off" privileges so you can get off, look around and pick up a later bus. I would also suggest a river cruise. There's always the Gateway Clipper Fleet, but for something different I recommend the Pittsburgh Water Limo. They have two boats and run cruises to the Stadiums, as well as doing Wine and Cheese cruises. Take in a Pirates game and see the stadium - it's gorgeous on a summer night - and arrive on the Water Limo - it's fun and a super way to arrive and is only about $8 (you'll pay more to park!). Two more things: If you must go to Primanti's go to the one in the Strip District - it's the original and the atmosphere is special. Also there is kayak rental available over by PNC Park if you want to try the rivers.
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