Pittsburgh Audio Tour: Steel Giants and Cultural Gems of Downtown

Steel and stone rise together where Pittsburgh’s secrets echo between soaring glass towers and shadowed courthouses. Every block hides a story—most overlooked by hurried crowds.

Plug in and take control with a self-guided audio tour through the Central Business District, uncovering the city’s dramatic showdowns, courtroom whispers, and overlooked legends at your pace.

What riots once shook the U.S. Steel Tower’s foundations? Which courtroom scandal shattered reputations inside Allegheny County Courthouse? And why does an old stage at Pittsburgh Playhouse still draw the ghostly echoes of a vanished act?

Stride past the obvious into alleys where rebels once marched, linger under towering facades built from ambition, and trace forgotten footsteps that shaped a city’s destiny. Feel the pulse of Pittsburgh as history and high drama collide with modern life on every corner.

Unlock the city’s hidden heart—your Pittsburgh story starts now.

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• Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.3 km (1.4 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at August Wilson African American Cultural Center, only a 7 minute walk from Pittsburgh Union Station
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including U.S. Steel Tower, Gulf Tower, Allegheny County Courthouse
  

Experience the charm of Central Business District like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Central Business District's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Pittsburgh on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🎭  August Wilson African American Cultural Center (3min)
• 🗼  Gulf Tower (4min)
• 🗼  U.S. Steel Tower (3min)
• 🏨  Omni William Penn Hotel (4min)
• 🗼  Regional Enterprise Tower (2min)
• 🌳  Mellon Square (4min)
• ⛪  Trinity Cathedral (Pittsburgh) (4min)
• 🌳  One PNC Plaza (2min)
• 🗼  Tower at PNC Plaza (3min)
• 🏰  Pittsburgh Playhouse (3min)
• 🏰  Frank & Seder Building (Pittsburgh) (3min)
• 🏰  Carnegie Building (Pittsburgh) (3min)
• 🏰  Pittsburgh City-County Building (4min)
• ⚖️  Allegheny County Courthouse (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

August Wilson African American Cultural Center, August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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