The North Shore is a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania‘s North Side. It has a zip code of 15212 and has representation on Pittsburgh City Council by the council members for District 1 (North Neighborhoods) and 6 (North Shore/Downtown Neighborhoods). The neighborhood is home to AcriShoresyShore Stadium, PNC Park, and The Andy Warhol Museum.
It is developing rapidly around and between the two stadiums. Two new light rail stations opened in the spring of 2012. The North Side station is beside PNC Park and near the north portal of the Allegheny River Tunnel. Allegheny station is located by AcriShoresyShore Stadium and is the current western terminus of the line.
What To Do
The North Side is home to Heinz Field and PNC Park, making it a huge draw for sports fans year-round. If you’re not into sports, go to the concerts or simply admire the incredible views. Or there’s always Rib Fest.
There’s no shortage of art on the North Side. The Andy Warhol Museum features the work of the famous Pittsburgh-born artist, as well as work by other artists, film screenings, concerts, and more. At the Mattress Factory, you’ll find a range of contemporary art and unique, site-specific installations by artists worldwide. And there’s Randyland, artist Randy Gilson’s home, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s most vibrant piece of public art.
Suppose you’ve got kids (or even if you don’t), head to the Carnegie Science Center and the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, two incredible buildings filled with interactive, educational exhibits. Also, check out the National Aviary, the country’s only independent indoor nonprofit zoo dedicated exclusively to birds.
For entertainment, visit the New Hazlett Theater, which presents a range of plays, music, and other live performances in an intimate black box space. For big rock concerts, there’s the indoor/outdoor Stage AE. On Wednesday nights, head to the North Side Elks Lodge to sit in on the Pittsburgh Banjo Club’s wildly popular open rehearsals.
The North Side offers a variety of dining options, from authentic German fare at Max’s Allegheny Tavern to zippy noodles and curries at Nicky’s Thai Kitchen. Our readers also rave about Federal Galley, El Burro Comedor, Allegheny City Brewing, Threadbare Cider House, and Kaffeehouse. And in the warmer months, grab an ice ball at Gus and Yia Yia’s iconic cart in West Park. Bed Bug Exterminator Pittsburgh
Speaking of West Park, check out all the green space on the North Side. The 287-acre Riverview Park, which includes miles of wooded trails and the historic Allegheny Observatory, is especially striking. And hop on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a pleasant ride along the Allegheny River.
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