Top rated Parks in Pittsburgh

Experience the best that Pittsburgh has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 86 places from Park category.

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West End Overlook Park
Park
This park by the Ohio River offers city views & is a popular spot for summer movies & fireworks.
4.80 (1.5K reviews)
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Blue Slide Playground
Playground
👍👍 As a Mac Miller fan there was no way I was missing out on going down the slide. The park is fun even for adults and it isn't just a playground. The trails have stops where you can work out and it's so nice to have for people of all ages. I recommend going for a good time and highly recommend going i...
4.80 (1.1K reviews)
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Schenley Park Overlook
Park
Hilltop viewpoint in a rolling, green 456-acre park with benches to enjoy woodland & city vistas.
4.80 (319 reviews)
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Upper Frick Park
Park
👍👍 Blue slide park is great on any day of the year. Summer on the playgrounds , winter sleight riding, fall & spring on the trails & obstacle courses along the pathways.
4.80 (101 reviews)
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Frick Environmental Center
Education center
👍👍 This is an awesome place to bring the family for a nice, relaxing walk in the woods and enjoy the extremely well-designed and informational environmental center. The building is a stellar exemplar of green architecture and thoughtful design including benches made from planks of fallen trees recycled...
4.80 (89 reviews)
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Lower Frick Park Play Area
Park
👍👍 Frick Park is a wonderful oasis for a quiet walk. And, when you're ready to warm up or cool down, there are great cafes nearby.
4.80 (39 reviews)
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Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain
Park
👍👍 Very nice fountain. Great spot for a little break or relaxing book read.
4.80 (33 reviews)
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Point State Park
State park
36-acre park at the intersection of 3 rivers with boating, hiking, biking & a Fort Pitt museum.
4.70 (8.7K reviews)
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Schenley Park
City park
Park with 456 acres of trails, a sportsplex, botanical gardens, cafe, visitors center & golf course.
4.70 (8K reviews)
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Emerald View Park
Park
Hilltop 257-acre park on a former coal mining area with trails, woodland & play & picnic areas.
4.70 (3.4K reviews)
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Schenley Plaza
Park
Park featuring gardens & native plants, a carousel, food kiosks, a restaurant & restrooms.
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
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Highland Park Entry Garden
Park
👍 Kinda wish there was a sign before going up the stairs that you can't walk your dog around the ring, kinda wild you can get fined for something you won't even notice unless you're specifically looking for a sign. Otherwise it's a super cute park, just wish we could actually enjoy all of it
4.70 (536 reviews)
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PPG Plaza
Park
👍👍 Beautiful atmosphere and nice things to see/do.
4.70 (285 reviews)
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Allegheny Landing
Park
This green space on the Allegheny River has sculptures & is a popular picnic & boat launch spot.
4.70 (136 reviews)
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Frick Park Beechwood Gate Entrance
Park
👍👍 There's a lovely community garden at this entrance that is ripe for picking vegetables (pictured below). Parking is also very close within a minute of walking.
4.70 (106 reviews)
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Grandview Park
Park
👍👍 Well, I'd say it lived up to its name. There's a little picnic table on the hillside 🌳, a place to chill in the grass, waking paths 🚶🏼‍♂️ (dog friendly 🐶), bike path 🚲.. and a beautiful view. Check out the video I posted capturing it all ! 🎥💫
4.70 (77 reviews)
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Westinghouse Memorial
Park
👍👍 Beautiful walkable memorial with a garden surrounding the pond.
4.70 (47 reviews)
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North Shore Riverfront Park
Park
👍👍 North Shore is absolutely beautiful! Offering scenic trails for biking or leisurely strolls, captivating bridges, and stunning views of downtown. You're guaranteed to be impressed, no matter your choice!
4.70 (44 reviews)
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Great Allegheny Passage (Western Terminus)
Park
👍 Great till you get lost in McKeesport town. The bridge is under construction and a poor detour got us and others confused. we ended up in an area looking dangerous so we turned around back to Pittsburgh.
4.70 (44 reviews)
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Highland Park
Park
Scenic park built around 2 reservoirs, with lawns & a Victorian garden, plus sports fields & a pool.
4.60 (4.2K reviews)
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