Absolutely incredible…read more I don't go to botanical gardens much so I don't really have qualifications to compare or rate any particular place but Phipps blew me away. I like plants. I have some. I thought seeing a bunch of plants might be fun but I wasn't expecting it to be such a wonderful experience! The place is quite large considering most of it is inside. It is organized for a few different environments and a little something for everyone depending on what your floral preferences might be. It took us about an hour and a half to go through the whole thing. Got a lot of pictures. Saw a lot of interesting and cool plants as well as beautiful flowers. Highly recommend this as a stop on any and every Pittsburgh trip.

Pgh Candle & Phipps partnered for an evening at Botany Hall…read more We selected our scented oils and were able to create our own soy candles. The vessel was a lovely shade of green and had some weight. Simple instructions for those of us who were not-crafty. While our candles were solidifying, we were able to go see the Spring show. Lovely evening. Definitely would do again.

One of my favorite areas in Pittsburgh, definitely my favorite area for shopping. There's so much…read morevariety from Pittsburgh sports paraphernalia to all kinds of groceries to handmade artisanal gifts. There are also plenty of restaurants and vendors where you can find whatever it is you are looking for!

This is a must visit tradition when I go home to the Burgh! Walk along the age old Strip for very…read moreaffordable local color attire and souvenirs, the famous PennMac Company, Roland's Seafood, Pittsburgh Popcorn... or hop one street over for the newer version of the Strip with a modern look, the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame (look for our beloved Michael Keaton) and new spots for food and drinks. Anyone visiting this city needs to experience the Strip!!

Great dog park my dogs love this park the dogs that go there are very well behaved for the most…read morepart and the owners are attentive and friendly.

My dog (55lbs) was able to jump the wall! Horrible for a dog park to have fences/walls that are not…read morean appropriate height.

This was a very nice place. We had a small birthday party and a picnic. Everyone enjoyed it very…read moreclean beautiful day.

A lake in a park in a city. What could be better? It is so relaxing to come to Schenley and spend…read moretime walking along Panther Hollow Lake. It's a nice area to get lost in your own thoughts. Lots of nature and wildlife all around. A real hidden gem perfect for unwinding.

We were all packed into a house with several families and little kids who needed some time to run…read moreand stretch their legs so I quickly looked up the nearest best park on Yelp. Voila, Highland Park saved the day. The thing that attracted me most was the playground that featured plenty of shade as well as playscapes that worked for various ages including babies with a soft floor. I also want to highlight that this park features hiking trails and a great view overlooking downtown Pittsburgh. It's tucked into a historic neighborhood so the drive to the park was also pleasant. If I lived in the area, I could see myself frequenting this park. Overall a wonderful experience and we will definitely visit the next time we are in Pittsburgh!

Traveling to Pittsburgh with an eight-year-old, we found Highland Park because of its larger…read moreplayground. The park itself is large with trails and lots of nature. The playground comes with a shaded picnic area, a port-a-potty, and plenty of play structures shaped as ships and castles. My daughter loved it!

Went to some art in the park thing here. It was pretty cool. There was all kinds of artistic items…read moreyou could buy from paintings, to jewelry to household items that were handmade. A lot of creativity in one place. And these people aren't just from Pittsburgh but from surrounding states and cities as well. It was cool to see a variety of artistic talent all in one beautiful park. There were food vendors here too! I should have got some macaroni and cheese or Italian ice! Damn! :)

Mellon Park is perfectly situated on Fifth Avenue because when I lived in Regent Square, we would…read moreoften walk over for picnics and events being held here. When I moved to Bloomfield, we were still able to make the walk and enjoy the urban landscope in the center of two busy city neighborhoods (Shadyside & Point Breeze). There are different entrances and the park actually has space on either side of Fifth Avenue. Lots of lush greenery and gardens to walk and enjoy. Certain parts have Victorian-era England vibes.

Phipps Run is a woodland and wetland area in Schenley Park which is currently undergoing a…read morerestoration project. Its restoration is the cornerstone in renewing the ecological health of the area. The project includes removing invasive species, restoring native plant and animal life, and cleaning up pollution. Phipps Run begins at the top of Panther Hollow near CMU. The address I gave you is approximate. It's a good alternate entrance to Schenley Park if you're biking or hiking. The run leads down to Panther Hollow Lake. Years of erosion and storm water runoff have caused extensive damage to the trail system down here. The erosion was so severe that the stream actually rerouted itself, taking out a footpath and an historic bridge. The flooding made access to Panther Hollow Lake extremely difficult and unpleasant. The Pittsburgh Parks Conservacy and the City's DPW have begun a restoration in the Phipps Run area. The project included redirecting the stream's upper part to its original run. A storm water control project included building basins to control water runoff. A streamside trail was rebuilt, providing better access. An ongoing project in the lower part of Phipps Run includes rerouting the stream channel to its original path. The conservacy is also planting native plants along the stream and on the surrounding hillsides. The goal is to increase the stability and sustainability of the area. My girlfriends and I love hiking through Schenley Park. We've been watching the progress made throughout the years. Once the Phipps Run and Panther Hollow Lake projects are completed, this will be a five star area.