Mount Washington

Pittsburgh, United States

Home to Altius, a dining destination with sweeping windows framing the city skyline.

Places in Mount Washington

Altius Perched on Mount Washington with sweeping windows framing the city skyline, run by Chef and owner Jessica Bauer for more than a decade.

Best time to visit: May to September offers pleasant weather for Mount Washington views and Shadyside's Walnut Street.
Getting around: Pittsburgh's Downtown, Oakland, and Shadyside neighbourhoods are connected by short drives or the city's incline railways to Mount Washington.
Currency: US Dollar ($)
Language: English. Spanish is widely spoken in many cities.
Timezone: EST (UTC-5, UTC-4 in summer)
Current trends: Pittsburgh's craft brewing boom continues to lead the bar scene, with Grist House and Allegheny City Brewing offering a pint with a side of music and food truck fare, alongside Jackworth's funky Star Wars decor and zingy ginger beer cocktails, reflecting the city's playful, creative bar culture.

Downtown — Loved for its theatres and restaurants, home to varied attractions.
Oakland — Known for its restaurants and museums, including the Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
Shadyside — Known for its restaurants and bars, with attractions including Walnut Street.