The Stories of Pittsburgh

Walking Tours of Downtown Pittsburgh

Courthouse and market in the Diamond, ca. 1840.

Discover the events and people who forged modern Pittsburgh. Alan's stories recreate the world of yesterday, bringing old Pittsburgh vividly to life as you explore the Pittsburgh of then and now.

Relive:

• Frontier Battles and Indian Ambushes
• A Raging Fire that consumed half of the city
• A Deadly Duel
• A Civil War Protest
• A City Under Water

Discover:

• The Real Life Johnny Appleseed
• Fueding Millionaires
• The Opera Star Who Caused a Riot
• The Oldest Buildings in Pittsburgh
• The Origins of Air Conditioning

After the fire of 1845, looking toward the Point.

So come and explore the wonders of Pittsburgh with accalimed storyteller Alan Irvine! Tours can be adjusted to fit your schedule and interests.

The full tour is two hours and covers Downtown from the Point to Grant Street and back. $12 per person.

A half tour is one hour and covers a shorted loop through the heart of Downtown. $8 per person.

A short tour is 30-35 minutes and covers select points of interest. $6 per person.

Group rates are available

Call 412-521-6406 to schedule your tour or for more information.

Page last updated 7/31/03. Site design by Kevin Riley