Pittsburgh Overview | An informative introduction to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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  • @tonyrussell5058
    @tonyrussell5058 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. Anytime I bring a friend to the city driving from the airport, they unanimously gasp with surprise when they see how beautiful the city is. Pittsburgh has gone through an amazing renaissance since the demise of the steel industry.

    • @MaxC-rf5ss
      @MaxC-rf5ss ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nobody I know gasped. Must be all old people who never been anywhere

    • @nthperson
      @nthperson 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My family lived in Crafton Borough until I was about 9 years old. We then moved to the North Hills. What few Pittsburghers know is that early in the 20th century the city fathers embarked on one of the most interesting economic experiments, an experiment that after the Second World War provided the funds for Pittsburgh's renaissance. What was this experiment? Pittsburgh took advantage of a constitutional provision that allowed the city to tax buildings at a much lower rate than the tax rate imposed on land values. It worked magic in attracting new construction and keeping land prices affordable. Unfortunately, early in the 2000s the city fathers reverted to the conventional property tax and investments declined as a result.

    • @tonyrussell5058
      @tonyrussell5058 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@nthperson Didn’t know that.

    • @marques9392
      @marques9392 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MaxC-rf5ss you must be a hater

    • @GaryGoldbaugh
      @GaryGoldbaugh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@marques9392He's a Browns fan no doubt .....

  • @ryansmurda1552
    @ryansmurda1552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    I lived in the Pittsburgh area my whole life. I have to agree that driving out of the Ft. Pitt tunnel into downtown is spectacular. Thanks for making this video. Enjoyed it very much.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you!! 🙏

    • @magicd5780
      @magicd5780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think the view coming through the liberty tunnels is better view.

    • @ryansmurda1552
      @ryansmurda1552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@magicd5780 Its a good view also. Its just something about coming out of the Ft Pitt tunnel right at the tip of the city where you can see the stadiums and the fountain and it just kinda pops right out at you its really spectacular.

    • @markwhewell4265
      @markwhewell4265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It sure is it just takes a lifetime to drive through the tunnel even when there no traffic lol

    • @Noonecares3203
      @Noonecares3203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@markwhewell4265 LOL. so true

  • @m.renner9650
    @m.renner9650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +310

    Born and raised in Pittsburgh. You nailed it, I love my city and I'm glad you did to! The national aviary is also in Pittsburgh, they actually had a large eagle escape last year. It was pretty crazy seeing the thing fly over the rivers hunting for fish! They finally caught it after a couple days.

    • @Orbulon59
      @Orbulon59 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me to

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you!! And that’s fascinating about the national aviary. Thanks for mentioning that!

    • @Eringobragh1861
      @Eringobragh1861 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @extremebaby4638
      @extremebaby4638 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @lndingalle9605
      @lndingalle9605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your city is the worst in the country.

  • @singerdesign
    @singerdesign 2 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I did my undergrad here 15 years ago and, after living in 3 other cities, decided I needed to come back to Pittsburgh for the reasons you mentioned PLUS... It has so many excellent parks that are expansive and make you forget you're in a city; Frick, Schenley, Riverview, South Side Park, Highland Park, doesn't matter what part of the city you're in there's always a great park nearby. Also, it doesn't have an extensive subway but it does have decent public transit (and busways) and many walkable neighborhoods. The view coming out the tunnel is nice, but being able to get downtown or north side for an NFL, MLB, or NHL game from anywhere in the city and most parts of the metro area without needing to drive is amazing. Then there's the bike trails too! You can bike all the way to DC almost without ever sharing a space with cars!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's really interesting. Thanks for sharing!

    • @Ash.Crow.Goddess
      @Ash.Crow.Goddess ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, I lived in a tourist town on the trail. Grew up there. It was a magical place to grow up.

  • @jacktandem860
    @jacktandem860 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I used to work in a Higher end restaurant in downtown Pittsburgh . I met a lot of Brits and other people from Europe that like to come to Pittsburgh to vacation which i thought was odd but they all told me that to them it feels more like a European city than an American city in that there was such a mix of old and new. They all came here because they feel comfortable here.

    • @kennypickettsburner4089
      @kennypickettsburner4089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Not to mention the area also has lots of European decent my dad is irish german and french and my mom is Albanian and Italian.we truly are a brewing pot of nations.the architecture sometimes also gives me a little bit of a german vibe.

    • @kennypickettsburner4089
      @kennypickettsburner4089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lots of irish french german and polish moved to Pittsburgh in the 18 and 1900's due to job opportunities.I live in Lawrence county and from something I saw Lawrence had lots of southern Europeans come over due to job opportunities as well.

  • @ajduker
    @ajduker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Driving through the Ft Pitt tunnel IS the best entrance to any city 😉

  • @acesofglory
    @acesofglory 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Also have to mention that PNC Park and Heinz Field are two of the most beautiful sporting arenas in the country. When at PNC Park you have such an amazing view of the whole city/skyline, making Pirates games more than about the game.

    • @robertlunderwood
      @robertlunderwood 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The view is to distract you from the Pirates sucking.

    • @Overtime-sn7xi
      @Overtime-sn7xi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlunderwood Lol Robert. True!!!

    • @MMMHOTCHEEZE
      @MMMHOTCHEEZE ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlunderwood There was the first 30 or so games this season to get everyone's hopes up.

  • @joeheid4757
    @joeheid4757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Awesome video! Imo, due to it's location and how many aspects of the city are influenced by and for events in American history, Pittsburgh is one of the 5 most important cities in the US.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!!

  • @jbrown7403
    @jbrown7403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Great video! I live in Austin but grew up in Pittsburgh (North Hills) and moved here in the 70s. Still very proud to say I’m from Pittsburgh and I love the way the city has progressed after the demise of the steel industry. Huge Steelers fan down here in Cowboys country!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!

    • @denbronco44
      @denbronco44 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steelers fan and you're living in Cowboys land.... You're about as fucked as a black guy in Boston.

    • @kennypickettsburner4089
      @kennypickettsburner4089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bro you won't believe this I am from Pittsburgh also and I have the same exact first and last name as you.

    • @grayonthewater
      @grayonthewater 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Now I’m considering leaving Austin for Pittsburgh

    • @nicolerak6609
      @nicolerak6609 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Once a yinzer always a yinzer!

  • @grubbysprivatebar7730
    @grubbysprivatebar7730 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Just wanted to tell you how much I love your videos. I’m obsessed with visiting major US cities and your videos are perfect. They are brief and they touch on everything I’d want to know about them. The only other thing I do when I visit a city is see what notable people came from them. Thank you for doing these. Pittsburgh is one of the top two on my bucket list of cities I haven’t visited yet, so I thoroughly enjoyed this.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate hearing that you enjoy my videos so much. And that is a good suggestion, I'll have to see if I can work that in somehow without disrupting the flow. I hope you're able to visit Pittsburgh sometime soon!

    • @Boristheborat
      @Boristheborat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Come here! We love outsiders. Go to Casbah in Shadyside and let me make you a drink!

  • @TheDeerlandRabbit
    @TheDeerlandRabbit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I love this city. I recently drove there from Michigan and was blown away by how unique and awesome this city is. Up until now, Pittsburgh never crossed my mind as an interesting place to go to. Having experienced it for myself, all I can say is I want to go back soon. The city has a very interesting energy to it, I can't quite explain it. It's like a big city with a small town feel, very cool. I also love all of the hills, bridges, tunnels, and overall landscape of this city. I love Pittsburgh.

  • @theStarker
    @theStarker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I move in just a couple of weeks to attend CMU and I am so excited! I applied after visiting the city a couple of times and I cannot wait to relocate. No joke about the Ft. Pitt tunnel--it stuns me every time! Pittsburgh is truly underrated with how much culture it packs into a small area without ever feeling like a major congested city.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It really is an underrated city! Good luck at CMU!

    • @jimccc9467
      @jimccc9467 ปีที่แล้ว

      So what do you think Brittany? Been to Primantis yet?

  • @HelicopterDown
    @HelicopterDown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Visited Pittsburgh for the first time for Anthrocon this past weekend. What a beautiful city. The incline was breathtaking, and the National Aviary was incredible!

    • @ClueSign
      @ClueSign ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So glad you had fun. Anthrocon is the best -- we love hosting your friendly, lively community.

  • @RosalitaComeOut
    @RosalitaComeOut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Swede here who's never been to Pittsburgh or Pennsylvania. This city has me charmed, I think it's a combination of many things. The beautiful landscape around the city, the skyline ofcourse. But also interesting history and how the city has succeeded in its paradigm shift from old industrial town to modern science and becoming an educational centra. Also there seems to be something mystical with this area of the states. The forest and rivers and old mills... If I could live anywhere in the States, Pittsburgh is up there even "unseen".

    • @ClueSign
      @ClueSign ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you will come visit soon; especially beautiful here from April - October.

    • @Ash.Crow.Goddess
      @Ash.Crow.Goddess ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, I can promise you would never regret it. I pray you at least get to visit, one day.

    • @alexvagias5295
      @alexvagias5295 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      There is something mystical about the Pttsburgh area. Most people who live here don't realize it, but, when they move somewhere else they miss it immensely. It's kinda weird.
      I read an article years ago that said it had something to do with the longitude and latitude coordinates. Go figure.

  • @SuperMcabral
    @SuperMcabral 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    It is so compact; the city is really cool but the streets are so narrow and row houses so close. You can really get the feel of all the people who lived here when the steel Mills and Heinz manufacturers were booming.

    • @lndingalle9605
      @lndingalle9605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And no sidewalks

    • @Runescape_God
      @Runescape_God 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lndingalle9605 there are indeed sidewalks in Pittsburgh….?

    • @bradleyschmidt7190
      @bradleyschmidt7190 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@lndingalle9605 not sure what you're talking about with regards to no sidewalks. They're everywhere! Compared to some other cities that are super spread out and have nothing but "stroads" everywhere where there really ARENT sidewalks, I find Pittsburgh designed well for walking, hills aside. It's a compact city and doesn't really take long to walk all of downtown.

  • @davidpetersen6694
    @davidpetersen6694 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    You nailed it! All the elements are clicking in your presentations and of course Pittsburgh shines throughout. We are going to visit our Pittsburgh friends this Autumn, so I thought my research was complete. And yet, you mention at least 5 things that were not even on my radar! I really love the older mix of architectural elements in the Eastern seaboard skylines. It’s nice to know that mixture extends a bit west with cities like Pittsburgh. Hope you are enjoying your new city, Minneapolis. I know you love that skyline almost as much if not more than Philadelphia. One suggestion….hold off doing your video on Austin, Texas for a few more years. They have major skyline changes in the works including plans for a super tall skyscraper that may end up eclipsing even our tallest here in Houston! We have 3 new ones going up in downtown Houston, so you might hold off doing that one as well! 🥇⭐️😎🏙🏆

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! And I appreciate the feedback! I'm glad to hear that you still learned a few things 😀 That's good information about those two Texas cities. I was aware of the new skyscrapers in Austin but I didn't realize that Houston had a few more going up. I've been excited to get around to those cities so we'll see if I can be patient enough

    • @logan-4398
      @logan-4398 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are supposed to put a massive hotel and outdoor shopping center and a Ferris wheel on the north shore so it’ll be interesting to see how the skyline changes

  • @amansour1150
    @amansour1150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Suburban Pittsburgh native here- I would like to proudly say that it is people who make great videos like you who are helping to make my beloved city and many other cities more well known to the world. I love how you quickly covered some of the best and most prominent aspects of Pittsburgh, and it was a joy to watch. I love my city and hometown with every fiber in me, and so I thank you for revealing the beautiful wonder that is Pittsburgh, my one and only home. Great job!! Thanks- A

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, thank you!! It truly is an amazing city.

    • @amansour1150
      @amansour1150 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CityGeek 100% agreed!!

  • @jp6614
    @jp6614 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    As a blue Jay's fan I gotta mention Pittsburgh has a incredible baseball stadium, skyline beyond the outfield fence. It's a gem.

  • @christianmiller1723
    @christianmiller1723 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I moved here from another part of western Pennsylvania about 4 years ago. I have always wanted to live here in Pittsburgh, and I'm absolutely in love with the city, and the people in it. The friendly, hospitable, charitable, and honest people are just one of many things that make it so great! I have lived in several cities all over the US and abroad, and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. When I'm travelling, and people ask me where I'm from, I very proudly say Pittsburgh

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sorry I missed seeing this comment come in a week ago! Thanks for the kind comment!

    • @indigencompanion8560
      @indigencompanion8560 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      that's good to hear... I was thinking about moving there from Maryland... starting over with my kid...

  • @markrichards6863
    @markrichards6863 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Pittsburgh, in my opinion, is the most underrated city in the US. Culturally, it punches far above it's weight. If I was young and starting out, that's probably where I'd move. It's affordable and beautiful.

    • @412StepUp
      @412StepUp 5 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      It’s definitely the most underrated city in America.

  • @estellamobley9288
    @estellamobley9288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I was born and raised here and now currently live in Atlanta. You hit the greatest points of all. Thank you for featuring my city. ❤️

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!!

    • @dew-me7266
      @dew-me7266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thats so weird, i been living in ATL for since 2012, and moving to Pittsburgh, im so glad to leave ATL, it is hell on earth.

    • @Kim-427
      @Kim-427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@dew-me7266 I can relate! Lol I’m a home grown Pittsburgher we left in the late 70’s my Mother and I. I moved back in the 80’s raised my children and took them back to Atlanta. While I loved Atlanta and was glad that my children had a chance to be exposed to something other than Pittsburgh. I will say this I was ready to return home to Pittsburgh. My children are there and I’m happy for the experience but after awhile Atlanta is a bit much. Lol

  • @Zukireese
    @Zukireese ปีที่แล้ว +28

    As a proud Pittsburgh native who hasn't had the chance to visit the city as much as I would like, I can confidently say that Pittsburgh is the best city in the world. There are countless reasons why I feel this way, but here are just a few.
    First of all, Pittsburgh is a city that truly embodies the spirit of the American dream. It has a rich history of industry and innovation, and it's been a place where hardworking people have been able to build successful lives for themselves and their families for generations. Despite its challenges over the years, Pittsburgh has always been a place of resilience and determination, and that's something that I find incredibly inspiring.
    Another thing that I love about Pittsburgh is its unique and diverse culture. Whether you're into sports, art, music, food, or anything in between, you're sure to find something that you love in Pittsburgh. From the iconic black-and-gold of the Steelers to the delicious pierogies that are a staple of Pittsburgh cuisine, there's a sense of pride and tradition that permeates everything in the city.
    But perhaps the thing that I love most about Pittsburgh is its people. There's a warmth and friendliness to the people of Pittsburgh that you just don't find in other cities. Even though I haven't spent as much time in the city as I would like, I've always felt a strong sense of community and belonging there, and that's something that I cherish.
    In short, Pittsburgh is an amazing city that I feel incredibly lucky to call my hometown. It's a place that's full of history, culture, and opportunity, and it's a place that truly embodies the best of what America has to offer. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through, I'm confident that you'll fall in love with Pittsburgh just like I have.

    • @uzin0s256
      @uzin0s256 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      not the best city in the world tho.

    • @sebastianschottenheimer561
      @sebastianschottenheimer561 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      but People here are A-holes

  • @Bandito86
    @Bandito86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Also, there is a bike trail on a rails to trails line that starts from Pittsburgh are connects to other trails that stretch all the way down to Washington DC or to Wierton WV depending on which trail you start on

  • @minsong8997
    @minsong8997 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I visited Pittsburgh twice 2020 and 2021. I totally agree with your take on coming out of Fort Pitt Tunnel. It was a really spectacular view of the city along with the view from the top of Duquesne Incline. Those views are still etched in my head to this day.

    • @jonnyfendi2003
      @jonnyfendi2003 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The views are nice until you actually go into the city. The city is dead.

    • @Boblib1970
      @Boblib1970 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jonnyfendi2003 bullshit

    • @bradleyschmidt7190
      @bradleyschmidt7190 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@jonnyfendi2003 I live in Pittsburgh now but totally agree with you. The downtown area looks much better from afar. Then once you get down into it it's basically Zombie Land😆

    • @Trea-pl4xr
      @Trea-pl4xr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@jonnyfendi2003 The city isn't dead lol. If you watched the video he explains Pittsburgh is a metro area. Downtown is very small, it's a business district. The charm of Pittsburgh are the 90 distinct neighborhoods that surround the downtown golden triangle. The downtown neighborhood is primarily work focused during the day and at night people will hang out if they are going to the theatre, to a sporting event, dining, etc.

  • @SaulShiffman
    @SaulShiffman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Not a native, but live in Pittsburgh and love it.
    Additional assets that are hard to show visually include the varied neighborhoods and lively arts scene ranging from transitional things like symphony and opera, to modern dance and newer arts. Also, a great restaurant scene

  • @seantango2754
    @seantango2754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's car-NE-gie, but you're forgiven.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol thanks!

  • @neoleo593
    @neoleo593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One more note, Pittsburgh also hosts one of the largest car shows in the country inside schenley park, as well as one of the only vintage races of it's kind in the world, the circuit runs right alongside Phipps conservatory

  • @ancrm1147
    @ancrm1147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Pittsburgh transplant here. Great video you really hit all the major aspects of the city in a well edited video. I do believe that Pittsburgh is the best example of a successfully post industrial city in the US.

  • @markmucci9751
    @markmucci9751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pittsburghers pronounce Carnegie as the Scots do. Car NAY give. Not as New Yorkers and you do.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got it. Thanks for pointing that out!

    • @mohammadilyas6818
      @mohammadilyas6818 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s called Pitteburgies.

  • @brookeg5897
    @brookeg5897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You forgot about the city's pierogi obsession!

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was about to say this lol theres actual pierogi places such as the one in Mckees Rocks

    • @brookeg5897
      @brookeg5897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theherbpuffer thats mt favorite

  • @Salazar824
    @Salazar824 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Seeing the city skyline as u exit the tunnel is simply mesmerizing. I'm from NY and the first time i visited this amazing city is something i will never forget. Their bridges, their rivers and their stadiums all ties up into a breath taking postcard.

    • @tonyrussell5058
      @tonyrussell5058 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! You just described the very same view of the city when new visitors see the “Golden Triangle” as they exit the tunnel high above the city!

  • @mohammadilyas6818
    @mohammadilyas6818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Ah what a beautiful narration of a beautiful city. We moved to Pittsburgh when I was 24 & my newly wed wife 19.years old. Raised a beautiful & successful family in Pittsburgh. After 46 years we moved to Atlanta suburb. Still miss Pittsburgh too much. Not long ago I told my 8 years old granddaughter that we are going to move back to Pittsburgh after she goes to college. Plan to visit ASAP. Thank you for the true presentation of Beautiful Pittsburgh.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!!

  • @kazoo-chew
    @kazoo-chew 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I believe it also has more city steps then any other city in the country

    • @AJKPenguin
      @AJKPenguin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It'd be a toss up with Cincinnati but there's no denying both cities have a lot of stairs.

    • @412StepUp
      @412StepUp 4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      The Pittsburgh city steps are one of the coolest things about Pittsburgh. There’s 753 sets of steps.

    • @kazoo-chew
      @kazoo-chew 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@412StepUp that's incredible yea I agree 👍

  • @alzo7891
    @alzo7891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wait. You went to Pittsburgh and didn't go to Kennywood Park?! It's one of the best old-fashioned amusement parks still running.

  • @PUAlum
    @PUAlum ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for posting this. I'm a Californian.....but spent 2 high school years in Pittsburgh. Since that's where i got my first drivers license, i enjoyed exploring. i loved the history. We lived in the suburbs near Carnegie, but went to church downtown. I never tired of the view you highlighted, i.e. emerging from the Ft. Pitt tunnels to see that skyline.

  • @jasminstuart4014
    @jasminstuart4014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this is a great video! i love in pittsburgh, and in 2 weeks my long distance boyfriend and his family are meeting me for the first time in person. i never thought pittsburgh had any cool facts, or was leading in anything, but this video gave me some things to brag about when they come down. thank you! 🤗

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! Yeah Pittsburgh has plenty of cool facts 😊

  • @bettyfeltes3476
    @bettyfeltes3476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loved in Pittsburgh my whole life but moved away a few years ago to marry my husband who lived in Michigan all his life. We’re having a baby now and decided to move back here, I love sharing stuff like this with him!

  • @TerryT219
    @TerryT219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I never knew how beautiful Pittsburgh was until this video, it really is a pretty city, thanks for the video

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It truly is a beautiful city. Thank you!!

  • @stevenscott3004
    @stevenscott3004 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I used to feel overwhelmed when my portfolio would drop a few dollars. Now that I've learned how the market works, see bear markets as a giant opportunity to build generational wealth for me and my family. In just 5 months my portfolio have accrued gains of over $300k

    • @GaryGoldbaugh
      @GaryGoldbaugh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Look, son.....a pump and dump scammer...

  • @dennisdaniels2992
    @dennisdaniels2992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Pittsburgh has a distinctive culture, history and architecture as well as the city's overall beauty!

  • @MrStevan88
    @MrStevan88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Do Cincinnati next!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the suggestion! I'll add Cinci to the list

  • @LeveyHere
    @LeveyHere 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Ayy, nice! Pittsburgh is one of the cities I want to visit absolute most. It looks so amazing, and would be awesome to see in real life, and experience it.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah it's really an amazing city! I hope you get the chance soon!

    • @kennypickettsburner4089
      @kennypickettsburner4089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great place really underrated.

    • @yulyeong9220
      @yulyeong9220 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where are you from

  • @jimwell5608
    @jimwell5608 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I came to watch the glory & beauty of the Steel City, Pittsburgh, before it became... The Pitt.

  • @cdw5176
    @cdw5176 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i serve at a major restaurant in the burgh and for any out of towners i always recommend they ride The Incline (station square) and to dine at Umami in Lawrenceville. if you only do those two things alone you’d fall in love

  • @Noonecares3203
    @Noonecares3203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This was great. I am a born and raised Pittsburgh gal and I love living here. We also have beautiful parks and hiking trails. Thanks for a great video.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you!!

    • @lndingalle9605
      @lndingalle9605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And a lot of hill's and cracked sidewalks.

  • @TeddyWestside412
    @TeddyWestside412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video....as someone that has lived here most of my life you did a fantastic job showcasing the city.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!!

  • @elizabowens3168
    @elizabowens3168 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Moved to Pittsburgh from OKC two years ago and I’m in love!

  • @linuxman7777
    @linuxman7777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I live in the Pittsburgh area near the Ohio River, and one nice thing about Pittsburgh is that it hasn't been overly agressive with expansion, and has left most of the other towns along the rivers alone, which gives each of the satellite towns a different and unique feel. It also meant that Pittsburgh itself is more inwardly focused which is likely why the skyline is so great. I have visited other cities like DC, Tokyo, Osaka and a was shocked how places with such huge populations could have such awful skylines, and the truth is that geographical limitations make good skylines more than population

    • @peaceandwealthseeker4504
      @peaceandwealthseeker4504 ปีที่แล้ว

      From Lawrenceville to the strip and downtown are unrecognizable to me now

    • @zachphelps3427
      @zachphelps3427 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well DC is a bit of a unique case in that regard but you're certainly right about the Japanese cities

    • @linuxman7777
      @linuxman7777 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@zachphelps3427 Japanese and European cities generally lack high rises compared to similar sized American cities. Also Japanese cities that do have high rises like Tokyo or Osaka have them scattered rather than all in one place. Like there are high rises in Shinjuku, Marunochi, Ikebukuro and more, but not a singular monolithic downtown.

  • @doug2078
    @doug2078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ive always enjoyed visiting Pitt. Met a very special girl there.
    Go STEELERS !!

  • @nappyroots2524
    @nappyroots2524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! This video is beautifully done! I’m a thoroughly impressed native!lol
    Fun fact: On Monday I went to the Carnegie museum of art, then went up the street to eat at primantis! #MondayFunday is what we called it!🖤💛

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!!

  • @josephlandrut4154
    @josephlandrut4154 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    people of the pas should remember Pittsburgh as a potential capital city before New York was Built.

  • @ScrewedRandomness
    @ScrewedRandomness 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for making this video. I'm glad to see you show Pittsburgh in this light. Proud to be from the city of bridges

  • @williammoore27
    @williammoore27 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pittsburgh's multibillion skyscrapers has very awesome!💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤

  • @lindamastromonaco7658
    @lindamastromonaco7658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    American skylines, I'd say Pittsburgh would win

  • @stuartm6069
    @stuartm6069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I grew up in Eastern Ohio and visited my grandparents many times in their condo across from the Cathedral of Learning and down the hill from University of Pittsburgh. Best decision Pittsburgh did was to demolish Three Rivers Stadium and creating Heinz Field and PNC Park on the North shore giving great views of the city skyline.

  • @davidheffelfinger4076
    @davidheffelfinger4076 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I met my wife of 32 years who passed away 11-5-2020 in Pittsburgh on assignement for Mellon banks Denver office at the Biglow fitness center I miss her very much and also miss Pittsburgh. To all who knew Mary Finif Heffelfinger I say Hi

  • @KeairaKusanagi
    @KeairaKusanagi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I moved here in February and this city is really growing on me

  • @madisongallucci9376
    @madisongallucci9376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My beautiful hometown. I miss home everyday! 🖤💛🖤💛

  • @KeithEngel
    @KeithEngel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Born and raised and have lived on the North Side a mere 5 minutes from the original Heinz Factory. Beside Carnegie, you also have Heinz and Westinghouse being two other big names in terms of past historical figures that had large impacts on the country in terms of it's future in both food and electricity.

    • @AnitaNewport
      @AnitaNewport 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was born and raised on the North Side here! Even born at AGH.

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Randyland

    • @AnitaNewport
      @AnitaNewport 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theherbpuffer that's up the street from my childhood home?

  • @Runescape_God
    @Runescape_God 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for making this video, it was extremely well done and paints Pittsburgh in the positive light that it deserves. My only comment is the pronunciation of Carnegie. From my understanding, Andrew Carnegie, his family, and those from his hometown in Scotland pronounced the surname “car-NAY-gie”. Pittsburghers generally still stay true to the pronunciation. Whereas, Dale Carnegie (and most east-coasters and New Yorkers in particular) pronounce it as “Car-nuh-gie”, as you did in the video. There have been a lot of debates on this, and I personally believe the correct way is to stay true to the Scottish way.
    Anyway, nice job!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! And thanks for that feedback!

  • @Mark_Cadden
    @Mark_Cadden ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As an Erie native and Pittsburgh plant for some time I appreciate all videos highlighting this city I love. I believe yours is one of the best, so, thank you!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! It’s a great city!

  • @dj1469
    @dj1469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was born and raised in Pittsburgh - left and moved to Atlanta for 28 years and recently moved back home to my beloved Pittsburgh. Atlanta was a great city to live but to me there is no place like Pittsburgh!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll add it to the queue! Thanks for the suggestion!

  • @speggetbro7725
    @speggetbro7725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yep you basically got it the exit of the tunnel the skyline and the point are amazing we also have the national aviary and the parks are amazing. Thanks for highlighting what I feel is a underrated city

  • @sampleowner6677
    @sampleowner6677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pittsburgh is an underrated city. It has the reputation of being smokey and dirty but it has so much charm and great geography. I live in Annapolis Maryland nowadays but make it back to see the family about once a year.

  • @goodtimeadam7732
    @goodtimeadam7732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I live right outside of Pittsburgh in the South Hills. Driving through the Ft Pitt tunnels and being hit in the face with a city that is hidden behind a huge mountain...it's EPIC! I have thought it was magical since I was a kid. Excellent food and craft beer scene. Cultural events all over every weekend and so much green space. It's a great city and you did a great video! Thanks for sharing!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! 🙏

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's no huge mountain lmao wouldn't even call mount Washington a mountain

    • @goodtimeadam7732
      @goodtimeadam7732 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theherbpuffer huge enough to hide the city behind it! I hope you have a good day and focus on what's right and not what's wrong. You will be happier my friend!

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@goodtimeadam7732 I did focus on what's right lol good day sir

  • @MMC-jp1gl
    @MMC-jp1gl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I went to the University of Pittsburgh...GREAT city and area around the campus too with it's varied architecture. Pittsburgh is CLEAN, PRETTY, ordered and small enough to be comfortable yet big enough to be impressive. Miss living there. God bless~

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally agree. Thanks for the comment!

    • @jaydean7924
      @jaydean7924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol Pittsburgh is “clean”? Yeah, ok yinzer. Looks like it’s time for your fentanyl fix. You’re hallucinating again.

  • @eugenedavis6792
    @eugenedavis6792 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I went to Art Institute of Pittsburgh back in late '82 for only 6 months thanks to my Dad who was paying for my College Tuition decided that he's not going to pay anymore that left me in a pickle, I had to leave Pittsburgh and later joined the U.S. Army for 8 years and later the U.S. Army National Guard then later the USPS in which I will retire this Feb '24 with 29 years & 11 months. With that said I never been in a City that smaller than my own (NYC) with so many friend friend people, this City was my turning point in life and stirred in the right direction in what I wanted to accomplish in live. Give or take a few months after winter is over...I will go back to visit this lost gem and enjoy my time there in which was cut short so many moons ago.

  • @taylormauritz8374
    @taylormauritz8374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You hit all the good spots for sure! Hope you got a good view on top of Mount Washington! And yes, Primanti’s is amazing. My boyfriend moved here from Ohio and now I got him hooked to their sandwiches!

  • @JOHNch4.v.v.7to10
    @JOHNch4.v.v.7to10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    ... and Pittsburgh has some of the steepest streets in the world!!

    • @juliancoquelet2654
      @juliancoquelet2654 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      look up quito steep streets. i’ve lived in pittsburgh almost my whole life, but that’s where i was born.

    • @412StepUp
      @412StepUp 4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      It has the steepest street in North America. Canton Ave

  • @Philth_E
    @Philth_E 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are so many bridges in Pittsburgh you dont even know if you are on a bridge half the time!

  • @fethituran548
    @fethituran548 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Pittsburgh I live. In LAS VEGAS. VISIT THRERE EVERY YEAR

  • @laurabagley5
    @laurabagley5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’d love to hear more of your thoughts on your favorite skyscrapers/buildings in big cities

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a good idea! Thanks for the suggestion!

  • @echo1681
    @echo1681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m from Ohio, and I think a video of Cincinnati, Toledo, Columbus, or Akron would be interesting. Just some suggestions.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll add those to the queue

  • @S1gmaFreud
    @S1gmaFreud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just moved to Pitt and you perfectly captured every reason I fell in love with the city. You need to check out squirrel hill and shady side next time in you're in the area. Great Video!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! And thanks for those suggestions!

  • @orfnerlax
    @orfnerlax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    born and raised in SoCal been to Pittsburg only once during the winter to see if I could stand it, can't wait to move there.

  • @johnroche6586
    @johnroche6586 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm retired now in Florida. Having grown up in Brooklyn, I married a girl from Plum Boro in 1974. Saint Peg and I are still married 49 years later. I raised my family in western PA and there couldn't have been a better place to do so. Pittsburgh has the best of both worlds. There is an active downtown area, featuring the arts, sports, dining, shopping, etc. But one can experience rural attractions within as little as a half hour from the Point.
    After nearly fifty years, I still get goosebumps when exiting the Fort Pitt tunnel at the only city that has its own entrance.

  • @mtaylor9235
    @mtaylor9235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Skyline 10 out of 10. And those bridges 🥰

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it’s a beautiful city overall!

    • @kionnapink6666
      @kionnapink6666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      bridges are beautiful here but most of them are horrible and need redone they only do the bridges downtown....edit:one of our bridges got shutdown due today lol because debris fell on cars

  • @leejustin412
    @leejustin412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Born in Cincinnati but grow up in Pittsburgh it’s cool but could be better

  • @carlstritzinger6724
    @carlstritzinger6724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi, I was born in the Allegheny General Hospital in 1937 and grew up north of there in the town of Allison Park. Steeler Fan, you bet and include the Pirates. I have always been proud to call this my home town and perhaps one day I will have the opportunity to return for a visit. I remember crossing the river in a cloud of smoke from the steel mills and taking the Harmony Short Line Bus home. My father worked for many years at Pittsburgh Plate Glass and my mother received her nursing credential fro Allegheny General. Good luck to all of you.

  • @forgipper
    @forgipper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You forgot Prantl’s and the burnt almond torte!!!!!

  • @ronnsnow2859
    @ronnsnow2859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Probably the biggest thing you didn't cover is PNC Park. Consistently rated as the most beautiful ballpark in America.

  • @Lv-nq9qz
    @Lv-nq9qz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gotta admit, it's a nice looking city, and its proximity about half way between Chicago and NYC makes it a prime spot location, especially if they ever decide to run a high speed rail line that way.

  • @davidmacgown321
    @davidmacgown321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What parts of the metropolitan area has the the most breathtaking scenic beauty? I know within the city it's Mount Washington but what about all 7 counties? I'm considering buying a house here soon.

  • @artembentsionov
    @artembentsionov 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Been living in the city since 1998. Wouldn’t dream of living anywhere else.
    It truly has changed since I moved here. I remember first discovering the trails along the rivers and loving to bring my bike there.
    Fun fact: It’s the only Pittsburgh to have “burgh” in its name (there are at least two others in the country that are spelled without the “h”). It has to do with the US Postal Service standardizing names over a century ago. They changed all “burgh” to “burg”. But decades after that, Pittsburghers petitioned to restore the city’s original name, and the petition was granted. You can still see “Pittsburg” written in some places, like at the train station

    • @joestewart8914
      @joestewart8914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, not really. Newburgh, New York comes to mind.

    • @artembentsionov
      @artembentsionov 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@joestewart8914 huh, so it does. I guess I was mistaken

  • @joestewart8914
    @joestewart8914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pittsburgh doesn't have one of those big Ferris wheels yet but I think we are going to get one. I always thought I would like to live up on Grandview Avenue if they built a roller coaster for the people to commute Downtown. Wouldn't that be fun every morning?

    • @Runescape_God
      @Runescape_God 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve heard the news about the Ferris wheel too, supposed to go in the north shore area in the future. I remember reading about a proposed zip line from Mt. Washington connecting to Carnegie Science center some years back.

  • @skylorwright3300
    @skylorwright3300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Born and raised here. We are such an underrated city. Always outshined by Philly or Washington. The biggest little town you'll ever see.

  • @conorchristmas6844
    @conorchristmas6844 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The way the river goes up either side of the city and the highway almost over the river it makes me think of Brisbane Australia. You will never have heard of it but Brisbane will host the Olympics in 2032 and I’m sure a lot of people will say oh that’s like Pittsburg!

  • @mj3845
    @mj3845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very accurate presentation of the city I lived in for 30 years. I miss it and would move back there in a heartbeat if possible. The greatest city I've lived in!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!!

  • @ujmrider
    @ujmrider ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Flying into Pittsburgh International airport at night gives a stunningly beautiful view of downtown! I live about 100 miles NE of the city, and I go there several times per year. There's a lot to like, but I must say driving in the area can be a real challenge to the inexperienced.

  • @ParkSuchti09
    @ParkSuchti09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice video, wanna visit Pittsburgh next year for the first time!
    I'm from Hamburg, germany, the city with the most bridges in the world :) More than 2,000 just for trains and cars, pedestrian bridges not included.

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! And that’s interesting about Hamburg having the most bridges! Thanks for bringing that to my attention. I hope you can visit Pittsburgh sometime soon!

    • @kionnapink6666
      @kionnapink6666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When u come make sure to put the gateway clipper on ur list ...mount washington...the incline ..the strip district and make sure u hit gandpas Joe's candy shop!!..and surprisingly we have some of the best pizza places here lol

    • @lochnessamonster1912
      @lochnessamonster1912 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pizza! There’s like 4 pizza places per square kilometer.

  • @Susan-xr9ek
    @Susan-xr9ek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THANK YOU FOR CREATING THIS VIDEO. IVE BEEN WANTING TO MOVE HERE.

  • @IOSALive
    @IOSALive 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    City Geek, You're amazing! I hit the like button as soon as I saw it!

    • @CityGeek
      @CityGeek  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!!

  • @azguitar
    @azguitar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pittsburgh's Frick Park is the setting for the book "Secret Under Pittsburgh."

  • @sampleowner6677
    @sampleowner6677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got to love the Burgh. I was raised south of the city in what was farm land at the time. Peters Township is now a well to do suburb.. I live in Annapolis Maryland now but make trips back to see the family.

  • @phubans
    @phubans ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I grew up in rural western PA in the 90s but never spent much time in Pittsburgh until I moved here 3 years ago after coming back from 15 years of living in California. I learned more about Pittsburgh from this video than I did in the 3 years I've lived here and have even more love and respect for this city.
    Out of all the places I've lived or visited I never cared for most cities but SF and Pittsburgh are the two exceptions. The former is too expensive and has a lot of very obvious issues, but I do miss the ocean. If Pittsburgh was coastal it would be without equal. Fortunately the high integration of trees, nature, and good food here more than make up for it.

  • @kminy2011
    @kminy2011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just moved a week ago way better than living in Baltimore lol

  • @JimPryde
    @JimPryde 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A good friend from college and I are huge hockey fans, particularly in cities like Pittsburgh and our hometown of St. Louis, where sports intertwines into the culture. We first went so we could see a game at Mellon Arena before it got torn down. I instantly fell in love with Pittsburgh, and have been back twice since then. I'm actually taking my family there this weekend, and cannot wait to take them through Fort Pitt Tunnel and show them the many incredible sites there. I agree with your take on the Cathedral of Learning. It is absolutely breathtaking, and the nationality classrooms are a must-see.

  • @flim_flam_shrim_shram6653
    @flim_flam_shrim_shram6653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Drive all around Pittsburgh all day, all week for Amazon.

  • @Cpl4200
    @Cpl4200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Born and raised on the Southside Slopes.. Love Pittsburgh, so beautiful and so much to see and do. Everything is walkable... Only downfall of PGH is its political ideology. Dont forget that we are the only berg city that kept its "H"!!

    • @robertlunderwood
      @robertlunderwood 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Define walkable. The hills are brutal.

    • @Cpl4200
      @Cpl4200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlunderwood when u grow up walking the hills, you get used to it . You find the easiest path up!

    • @robertlunderwood
      @robertlunderwood 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Cpl4200 I grew up walking the hills. Even the easiest path sucks.

    • @Cpl4200
      @Cpl4200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlunderwood I can't disagree with you. It's was only a 15 min walk to Carson Street though.

  • @theherbpuffer
    @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for putting Pittsburgh in good light. I'm tired of the channels showing the hoods but don't show the nice parts. Pittsburgh definitely reinvented itself and is an amazing city with an identity and rich culture

    • @Kim-427
      @Kim-427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And many of those hoods are historical places. Do some research you will be surprised.

    • @theherbpuffer
      @theherbpuffer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Kim-427 I know this lol

    • @Kim-427
      @Kim-427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theherbpuffer I’m so glad that you know this. Lol

    • @sarahsundgaard3862
      @sarahsundgaard3862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Without the hoods we wouldn't have videos like this. most businesses in city, including hospitals, offices hotels,restaurants, stores transportation, ect., Depend on hood employees more than you would think. The hood is just as important and all the "perfection" in all reality most of these hoods made and continue to make Pittsburgh what it is