Pittsburgh double-decker bus tour: open-top views

The lower deck is climate-controlled while you ride the open air above.

A 2 hour and 15 minute narrated tour of Pittsburgh aboard an open-top double-decker bus, traveling through South Side, North Side, North Shore, the Strip District, Downtown, Oakland and more with a live English-speaking guide. The bus passes Point State Park, PNC Park, Heinz Field, the Duquesne Incline, Carnegie Science Center, the National Aviary, and Pittsburgh's three sister bridges, among other landmarks. You ride on a fixed route that begins and ends at your chosen stop, and the lower level stays air-conditioned if you need a break from the open air.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pittsburgh city sightseeing tour

• Board open-air double-decker bus
• Enjoy narrated tour of Pittsburgh
• Pass by local bars and shops
• See Duquesne Incline
• View Point State Park
• Pass Gateway Clipper Fleet and Highmark Stadium
• See Pittsburgh's casino
• View Carnegie Science Center and Sportsworks
• See Heinz Field football stadium
• Pass local shops and sidewalk vendors
• See PNC Park baseball stadium
• Learn about National Aviary
• View children's museum architecture
• Learn about local artist and museum
• See the Three Sisters bridges
• Check architecture of cultural center
• Learn about Heinz History Center
• Explore Cultural District
• See confluence of three rivers at Point State Park
• View glass architecture landmarks
• See hockey arena of Pittsburgh Penguins
• Pass University of Pittsburgh
• Learn about Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
• See natural history and art museum
• View beautiful chapel and its architecture
• See additional architectural highlights

The Experience

The open-top design is the whole point—you get an unobstructed view of the city as the bus moves through seven neighborhoods, and the guide's narration fills in the stories behind what you're seeing. The route passes the Duquesne Incline, Point State Park where three rivers meet, PNC Park and Heinz Field, the Strip District's shops and restaurants, and landmarks tied to Andrew Carnegie, Mr. Rogers, and Pittsburgh's glassmaking history. A map of the route and sites comes with your ticket so you can track where you are.

The bus runs on a fixed schedule that loops back to wherever you board, so there's no navigation required—you just pick your starting stop and ride the full 2 hour and 15 minute circuit. If the weather turns or you need a break from the open air, the lower deck is climate-controlled. The live guide speaks English and shares details about the city's architecture, history, current events, and local culture as you move through each neighborhood.

If you want more flexibility, you can upgrade to the All Day Pass Hop On & Hop Off option at checkout for an extra $5, which lets you get off at any stop and rejoin a later bus. The Just The Tour option keeps you on the bus for the full loop without stops. Either way, the bus is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in a pram or stroller or sit on an adult's lap.

What’s included

• Open-top double-decker bus with unobstructed views from the upper deck.
• live English-speaking guide providing narration throughout.
• air-conditioned lower deck.
• map of the route and all sites passed.
• fixed 2 hour and 15 minute loop departing from and returning to your chosen stop.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by The Pittsburgh Tour Company

Is this one for you?Choose Just The Tour for a continuous 2 hour 15 minute narrated ride, or pick the All Day Pass Hop On & Hop Off if you want to pause at specific neighborhoods and explore on foot before catching a later bus.

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Top questions

What neighborhoods does the Pittsburgh double-decker bus tour pass through?

The tour travels through South Side, North Side, North Shore, the Strip District, Downtown, and Oakland, passing landmarks like Point State Park, PNC Park, Heinz Field, the Duquesne Incline, and the National Aviary along the way.

Can I get off the bus at different stops, or do I stay on for the whole tour?

Just The Tour keeps you on the bus for the full 2 hour and 15 minute loop that begins and ends at your chosen stop. If you want to hop off and explore, you can upgrade to the All Day Pass Hop On & Hop Off option at checkout for $5 extra.

What happens if it rains during the Pittsburgh bus tour?

The lower deck of the bus is climate-controlled, so you can move downstairs if the weather turns. You can also bring a poncho, umbrella or rain coat, or purchase one at the retail location before boarding.

Does the bus tour include entry to museums and attractions like PNC Park or the National Aviary?

No, the tour is a narrated ride past these landmarks and attractions—entrance fees to museums, parks and other venues are not included. The guide shares information about each site as you pass.

Is the double-decker bus accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, the bus is wheelchair accessible. Service animals are also allowed on board.

How long is the Pittsburgh double-decker bus tour?

The tour is 2 hours and 15 minutes long, running on a fixed loop that begins and ends at your chosen boarding stop.