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Pittsburgh ranks fifth in the Nation's top metropolitan areas for precipitation. That means that travelers are bound to endure a drop or two. Don't let that stop you from enjoying the Steel City!
2401 Penn Ave (btwn 24th & 25th Sts), Pittsburgh, PA
Farmers Market · Strip District · 21 tips and reviews
Heather Hanson: A historic site with fresh produce, baked goods and more (and a roof over your head!). Stop by one of the many vendors to pick up fresh, local made goods for yourself or to take home to share.
Heather Hanson: Hop across the street from the Public Market to start your morning with an assorted dozen of these dazzling mini-donut gems, trust me a dozen goes down quickly.
Heather Hanson: A gallery and store all in one, once again neighboring the Public Market. Peruse the craftiness of today's unique artists, and pick up a unique memento at the store.
46 18th Street (btwn Smallman St & Penn Ave), Pittsburgh, PA
Sandwich Spot · Strip District · 222 tips and reviews
Heather Hanson: Because your in Pittsburgh and it's pretty much a requirement. Plus, this is the original location. Choose a classic sandwich or try the chili cheese fries, their perfect on a rainy day.
Cidery · Lower Lawrenceville · 44 tips and reviews
Heather Hanson: A local business brewing up unique hard ciders, mead and fruit wines. Once again a great idea for take home souvenirs, or just keep them for yourself... I won't tell.
500 Sampsonia Way (btw Monterey & Sherman), Pittsburgh, PA
Art Museum · Central Northside · 38 tips and reviews
Heather Hanson: Boasting "Art you can get into" all are installations taking up major space. Unique and funky, come in the morning and grab a bite at the Boxspring Cafe on the way out.
Heather Hanson: For those with kids or not, this place makes learning interactive and fun. Catch a show in the OMNIMAX theater, which plays full length films, on those particularly dreary days.