Thursday, June 20, 2013
Enjoy some light, summery wines in our courtyard with our wine host Joe Barsotti.
Source: Wall Street Journal
June 01, 2013
In this article on the hep and happening in Pittsburgh, the author interviewed four prominent Pittsburghers regarding their favorite places in the city. The Priory Hotel was singled out by Andy Warhol Museum Executive Director Eric Shiner as his favorite place for a "sound sleep." Said Mr. Shiner: "It's a unique property, a renovated monastery, with events held in a former church."
Attractions List | Attractions List with Full Description
Here is a partial list of great things to do when visiting Pittsburgh. Click each to learn more about each attraction:
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Girasole
CATEGORY: Restaurant | LOCATION: Shadyside
Last year, this family-owned neighborhood favorite celebrated a decade in Shadyside. The menu changes four times a year and puts a lighter spin on Italian classics while also offering hearty, traditional dishes from the family's recipe box.
Visit Girasole WebsiteHeinz History Center
CATEGORY: Museum | LOCATION: The Strip District
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the History Center is the largest history museum in Pennsylvania and includes the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum. The museum presents compelling stories from American History and offers a Western PA connection.
Visit Heinz History Center WebsiteJust Ducky Tours
CATEGORY: Sightseeing/Tours | LOCATION: Downtown Pittsburgh
Take a tour of Pittsburgh on the land AND the water! Tours leave approximately every 90 minutes from Station Square downtown. Tours last 1 hour.
Visit Just Ducky Tours WebsiteKennywood Park
CATEGORY: Amusement Park | LOCATION: Homestead
Founded in 1898, Kennywood is one of the oldest and most beloved amusement parks in the country. From the early days of the carousel, through the development of the first roller coasters, to the technological advancements in today's steel looping coasters, Kennywood has always been the park that puts a smile on everyone's face. Designated a National Historic Landmark since 1987, you'll find "Lost Kennywood," a replica of turn-of-the-century architecture that houses some of the park's most popular rides, as well as attractions that go from mild to wild throughout the park.
Visit Kennywood Park WebsiteMax's Allegheny Tavern
CATEGORY: Restaurant | LOCATION: Northside/North Shore
German fare and a neighborhood tavern.
Visit Max's Allegheny Tavern WebsiteModern Cafe
CATEGORY: Bar/Tavern | LOCATION: Northside/North Shore
The Modern has been serving shots and beer on Pittsburgh's North Shore since 1933! Great beer selection and a favorite with locals on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Visit Modern Cafe WebsiteMonongahela Incline
CATEGORY: Landmark/Historical | LOCATION: Mt. Washington
This tram, which opened in 1870, still carries passengers up and down from Mt. Washington to downtown. Taking it to the top offers some of the best views of Pittsburgh in the city.
Visit Monongahela Incline WebsiteMonterey Bay Fish Grotto
CATEGORY: Restaurant | LOCATION: Mt. Washington
Great seafood, great view.
Visit Monterey Bay Fish Grotto WebsiteNational Aviary
CATEGORY: Nature/Wildlife | LOCATION: Northside/North Shore
America's bird zoo! The National Aviary hosts a collection of more than 600 exotic and endangered birds from nearly every continent.
Visit National Aviary WebsiteNew Hazlett Theater
CATEGORY: Cultural | LOCATION: Northside/North Shore
The New Hazlett Theater is located just blocks from the Priory, in one of the original Carnegie Library buildings. It features a resident theater company, the Prime Stage Theatre Company, as well as touring theatrical productions, local theater groups, and a variety of national and local musical acts, including the likes of Aimee Mann and Chrissie Hynde.
Visit New Hazlett Theater Website