Pittsburgh's Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Pittsburgh is known for its rich industrial history, vibrant arts scene, and its transformation from a steel powerhouse to a hub for healthcare, education, and technology. The tour will take you from the August Wilson African American Cultural Center—a beacon of art and heritage in the heart of the Cultural District—all the way to the iconic Point State Park Fountain, where the city’s three rivers come together. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is GPS/location aware and plays as you walk.
Departure Point
- The tour starts at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center where you'll discover his story. This spot is free to enter. After you'll be guided through the city guided step by step to the historic sites.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the point state park fountain where you'll hear about Pittsburgh's founding.
Duration
1 hour - 1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: August Wilson Center For African American History
980 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The tour starts at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center where you'll discover his story. This spot is free to enter. After you'll be guided through the city guided step by step to the historic sites.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point State Park Fountain
601 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The tour ends at Point State park fountain where you'll get great views and hear about the founding of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 615 Grant St
615 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
You'll see one of the oldest churches and hear it's story.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Strawberry Way
Strawberry Way, Pittsburgh, PA
You'll walk through strawberry way, an artsy hidden alley with history and hear it's history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: U.S. Steel Tower
600 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Steel was big business in Pittsburgh, you'll hear it's history and the relics left here.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Mellon Square Garage
529-540 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hear the historic story of the street and the people its named after.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Market Square
210 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This square is historic, fun and has a history. It also has one of the most famous sandwich shops in PA, so don't miss it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Downtown
Pittsburgh, PA
The tour goes to many sites in downtown Pittsburgh telling the story of the history, the buildings, the people and the hidden gems. You'll see lots of hidden spots and uncover everything from how Nickelodeon got it's name to the first settlers making their way.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Location Aware, GPS Walking Tour that is hands free and plays as you walk
- Go at your own pace, the tour never expires, go anytime, 24/7/365
- Tour on our walking tour app in downtown Pittsburgh
Exclusions
- No food, drink, admission or human guide, it's all outside and guided by our walking tour app
Redemption Instructions
Below are the instructions to take the tour. Please read :)
Thank you for booking the Pittsburgh Downtown Walking Tour.
Quick overview:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register
3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code pitt2780 to unlock it
Full ticket:
HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code pitt2780
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code pitt2780
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
https://onelink.to/ffpuug
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Open the Tour
Select Pittsburgh (Or select the tour in the Near Me section)
Select the Pittsburgh Downtown Historic Walking Tour and click it.
Click "Enter Experience Code"
Enter the Experience Code pitt2780
Click apply
The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.
To take the tour go outside the August Wilson African American Cultural Center and press play
If you have questions call/text US +1 617-991-3269 or email info@walkntours.com
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the WalknTours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Pittsburgh is known for its rich industrial history, vibrant arts scene, and its transformation from a steel powerhouse to a hub for healthcare, education, and technology. The tour will take you from the August Wilson African American Cultural Center—a beacon of art and heritage in the heart of the Cultural District—all the way to the iconic Point State Park Fountain, where the city’s three rivers come together. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is GPS/location aware and plays as you walk.
Departure Point
- The tour starts at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center where you'll discover his story. This spot is free to enter. After you'll be guided through the city guided step by step to the historic sites.
Return Details
- The tour ends at the point state park fountain where you'll hear about Pittsburgh's founding.
Duration
1 hour - 1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: August Wilson Center For African American History
980 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The tour starts at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center where you'll discover his story. This spot is free to enter. After you'll be guided through the city guided step by step to the historic sites.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Point State Park Fountain
601 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The tour ends at Point State park fountain where you'll get great views and hear about the founding of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 615 Grant St
615 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
You'll see one of the oldest churches and hear it's story.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Strawberry Way
Strawberry Way, Pittsburgh, PA
You'll walk through strawberry way, an artsy hidden alley with history and hear it's history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: U.S. Steel Tower
600 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Steel was big business in Pittsburgh, you'll hear it's history and the relics left here.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Mellon Square Garage
529-540 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hear the historic story of the street and the people its named after.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Market Square
210 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This square is historic, fun and has a history. It also has one of the most famous sandwich shops in PA, so don't miss it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Downtown
Pittsburgh, PA
The tour goes to many sites in downtown Pittsburgh telling the story of the history, the buildings, the people and the hidden gems. You'll see lots of hidden spots and uncover everything from how Nickelodeon got it's name to the first settlers making their way.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Location Aware, GPS Walking Tour that is hands free and plays as you walk
- Go at your own pace, the tour never expires, go anytime, 24/7/365
- Tour on our walking tour app in downtown Pittsburgh
Exclusions
- No food, drink, admission or human guide, it's all outside and guided by our walking tour app
Redemption Instructions
Below are the instructions to take the tour. Please read :)
Thank you for booking the Pittsburgh Downtown Walking Tour.
Quick overview:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register
3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code pitt2780 to unlock it
Full ticket:
HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code pitt2780
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code pitt2780
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
https://onelink.to/ffpuug
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Open the Tour
Select Pittsburgh (Or select the tour in the Near Me section)
Select the Pittsburgh Downtown Historic Walking Tour and click it.
Click "Enter Experience Code"
Enter the Experience Code pitt2780
Click apply
The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.
To take the tour go outside the August Wilson African American Cultural Center and press play
If you have questions call/text US +1 617-991-3269 or email info@walkntours.com
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the WalknTours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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