Pittsburgh Attractions

Point State Park

Pittsburgh's Point State Park, formerly a slum land, has been turned into a recreational delight and declared a National Historic Landmark for the strategic role played here during the French and Indian War in the mid 1700s. The site features paved promenades along the Ohio riverfront, overlooking dramatic views of the city with its busy waterways, scenic hillsides and many bridges. The park has been naturally landscaped and a 150ft (46m) tall fountain enhances the aspect. There is a biking trail, outdoor amphitheatre and in-line skating route. The Fort Pitt Museum is housed in one of the five original bastions of the ruined historic fort, devoted to displaying local history. The Fort Pitt Blockhouse, the oldest authentic building in Western Pennsylvania, is also open to the public.

E-mail: parkregion2sp@state.pa.us; Website: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/point.aspx; Telephone: (412) 471 0235 or (724) 865 2131; Opening time: Fort Pitt Museum: Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 12pm to 4.30pm. Fort Pitt Blockhouse: Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am to 4pm, Sunday 12pmt o 4pm; Admission: Fort Pitt Museum: $7 (adult), $4 (child)