Hop and stop is cool until you actually decide to hop. Who knows when the next time you will get…read morepicked up. We got off at n the South Side, so they were 20 Min late. We were ok with that. Then we got off again, they were 15 min early (from posted time). So we walked a couple of miles so we didn't just have to stand there. 20 min late again after getting here 20 min early so we wouldn't be left on the side of the road again. Ride at your own risk in terms of being flexible. On a positive point, the guys doing the narrative/guides were great! You pay extra for "hop and stop" the pick ups need to be a little more accurate. Don't tell us to be there 5 min early when you need to 25 min early and be willing to wait 25 min after scheduled pick ups.

DID YOU KNOW; Pittsburgh is known as the "City of Bridges" because it has 446 bridges which is more…read morethan Venice, Italy, or any other city in the world? The emoticon was invented in Pittsburgh in 1980 by Carnegie Mellon University computer scientist Scott Fahlman? The world's first T-rex skeleton is on display at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History? Pittsburgh has more days of rain and snow than Seattle, Washington? In 1920, 80% of the glass made in the United States came from Pittsburgh? That Pittsburgh is famous for its two inclined planes on Mount Washington (one being the Duquesne Incline) but at one point, there were as many as 15 inclines in the city? AND that they were built for the steel workers that lived on TOP of those inclines so the workers could make it to the factory (making a few bucks off them too)? Find out WHY the steelworkers lived on TOP of the incline! You can also take a deep dive into the lives of your steelworker ancestors -NOW- at the Heinz History Center. Did you know that 'The Silence Of The Lambs' was shot in Pittsburg? -Eww. Just eww- Do you think I just gave all the information away? I haven't even scratched the surface of what this tour offers you! I had NO IDEA Pittsburgh was SO INTERESTING! The company was unusually considerate and WAITED for us when we got stuck in traffic on our way there. Not long, but WHO DOES THIS? Our guide was so funny (family friendly humor), personable, entertaining, interesting and seemed like he sincerely enjoyed his job. We learned so much and got a wonderful tour of the city! We left feeling a newfound respect and appreciation for Pittsburgh after taking it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Outstanding 90-minute tour experience. Well worth the time to learn about Pittsburgh from many…read moreaspects as a first time visitor. Brian, our guide, was outstanding. Dan, our driver, was great. Well worth the fee! Comfortable and informative ride.

Excellent tour today! We had Michael. I am a Pittsburgh native and learned so much about places…read moreI've visited all my life. I was surprised at the cursory mention of the Hill District given the other rich neighborhood histories provided. 3 quick facts that could be added (less than 10 secs) Home of America's first EMT service, "Freedom House", which other cities used as a model. Home of August Wilson (mentioned earlier) and where "Fences" was filmed. Made Pittsburgh a real incubator for jazz innovation in the early 20th century. These could easily be added when mentioning the neighborhood while driving by. Would take this tour again for sure. Highly recommended.

We went on the Harmony tour. It was fantastic! Sylvia was very knowledgeable as were many of the…read morebusiness owners we encountered. For walked and ate for two hours. Highly recommend!!

Delicious and informative 2 hour walking food tour exceeded my expectations. Richard was our…read morehistorical expert and guide... He gave us a informative and interesting tour that was the perfect balance of facts, food and walking. We had cinnamon bread from Mancini's, pepperoni roll at Jimmy & Nino Sunseri's, hummus at Labad's , chips and salsa, , meat samples at Parma Sausage, a macaron at My Sweet Lilly's, cheese samples at Stamooli 's and several other tasty treats. Our son and daughter in law had dinner a good your with this company previously, and they preferred this one! I'd do it again !!

This is a beautiful boat with an amazing educational mission. Yes, they do run charters, but their…read moreprimary mission is to educate school-age children and adults on the history of Pittsburgh's steel making and also environmental issues. The staff is well trained and the boat is spacious and versatile. The boat is moored near the Science Center.

I had my eye on these tours for a long time, and finally we were lucky enough to be in town for the…read more"Voices of Carrie Furnaces" guided tour of the Homestead Iron Works, which I believe only happens one day each month during the warm half of the year. This is absolutely a treat for anyone with roots here or a fascination with industry and manufacturing. The highlights: Most tours are guided by former steelworkers and people with a first-hand involvement in the steel industry. You get a great overview of the plant, which was the center of life for this community and the lifeblood of the region for more than a century. Our tour placed a heavy emphasis on the engineering and technology of steelmaking, so if that's your thing, it's Christmas. And it's a minor miracle that these two blast furnaces have been preserved. I would suggest that they augment the tours with photos or videos that might help bring these hulking structures to life a bit more, and maybe insert some specific stories about immigrants and working families, union battles, and other colorful bits about Homestead. Sure, a windfall of donor support and a visitor center would go a long way to improving things on that score, but a little shift in emphasis could be done on a budget. Either way, Rivers of Steel is hugely important for preserving the region's steel heritage, and their efforts to extend that support to the community are vital.

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Keith! He had to do much first hand knowledge of the facility,…read morehaving worked there himself when he graduated the army. The tour lasted about 2.5 hours and was mostly outside in direct sunlight. There were a few opportunities for shade, but not many. If you come on a hot day, plan to arrive hydrated and grab a complimentary water bottle from the check in desk. You'll need it. Parking is plentiful, the history is intriguing, and the art scattered about the property is thoughtful and engaging. If you're lucky, you'll spot some wildlife who inhabit the surrounding area.

I am a yinzer through and through and cherish all the history that is Pittsburgh…read more Carrie Furnaces are no different. The tours are incredible and you learn so much. I come from a long line of steelworkers and thought I pretty much knew all there was to know. That was, until the tour. The tour guide was extremely informative. Most of the folks working (volunteering) at Carrie have some connection to the steel industry. In addition to the tour, I have had the privilege of attending events there as well. Yep, they rent out the space. Everything was well put together at the events and having the furances as backdrop took it to the next level. As far as the tours go, I feel so strongly that Pittsburgh natives and tourists alike take one. It's really incredible to learn how much of the country was built because of Carrie.

Classic Pittsburgh experience! This is definitely the better incline. Better view, cool museum at…read morethe top, and just all around a better time. The views from here cannot be beat!

Will only allow exact cash! Ticket person does not take the money, it gets out in a box directly…read more Up your game folks and get a better change machine! Also, nothing to do at bottom or top of this incline; no cafe, nothing. The Monongahela incline has a nice street at top with shops, cafes, restaurants, bakery. Do this one instead!!

Absolutely incredible experience! The energy was nonstop from start to finish--music, atmosphere,…read moreand Matt. What a fun, memorable time. I'll definitely be back!

Pros: The bus picked us up at the hotel…read moreFun atmosphere You can bring on your own drinks Cons: Guide Jeff didn't consider the group before he delivered a series of inappropriate jokes More for bachelorette crowd, not business people - we thought we were getting a guided tour of the city. We learned very little. Disappointing. Pro tip: This is more of a party bus, so if you're looking for something more educational this isn't it

Such a great time! Spent the day celebrating my graduation from grad school and we enjoyed every…read moreminute of it. Highly recommend. I'll definitely be back.

Enjoyable evening aboard the Pittsburgh Party Boat. Beautiful city ending with surprise fireworks.read more

We just wrapped up with the Saxonburg tour, and had Cheryl as our tour guide. We had a wonderful…read moretime and highly recommended this tour and the company. We left with full and satisfied stomachs, and also learned a lot of interesting things about Saxonburg. We will definitely do one of the other tours and will also be back to Saxonburg to go back to some of the stops on the tour as well as to visit some places we passed along the way.

A wonderful time was had by all! I brought my friends from South Carolina to Pittsburgh and we…read morejoined my sister in the Strip District for the 'Burg Bits & Bites tour. Richard was such a knowledgeable, charming, and professional guide. I learned so very much about my beloved city that I did not previously know about. It is obvious that he is a well respected guide in the Strip District. The shops were gracious and welcoming to us, due in large part to Richard. We also enjoyed a wide variety of delicious foods! Come hungry! We will certainly be back to Pittsburgh and will also be sure to refer visiting friends. Well done!

This tour was a perfect way to get to know a bit about Pittsburgh history and the characters that…read morelived and died here. Danny was a great guide! Knowledgeable and entertaining. Would def recommend checking this out.

Our tour guide, Ken, was very knowledgeable. He kept everyone engaged and interested. He set a…read morereasonable pace and, at the end of the tour, gave great suggestions for restaurants and shops. We've done multiple walking tours over the years, and this one rated among the best,