27% off (Sale price $74.00, Reg. Price $102.60) :: Hotel at a Glance: DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh – Monroeville Convention CenterAs its name suggests, the DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh – Monroeville Convention Center puts guests within easy reach of area attractions. Downtown Pittsburgh is about 10 miles away, but theres plenty to do around the hotel. Next door sits the Monroeville Convention Center, which hosts concerts, festivals, and expos throughout the year. Guests can also walk five minutes to the Monroeville Mall, which is home to more than 180 stores such as Hollister and Macys. In-room amenities include 32 TVs, Wolfgang Puck tea and coffee, and workstations with ergonomic chairs. Make a splash in the pool or lounge in the hot tub. Share, the hotels bistro and wine bar, serves small plates made with seasonal ingredients. Follow your workout routine in the fitness room.Downtown Pittsburgh: History and Culture in the Golden TriangleDowntown Pittsburgh sits at the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers. Known as the Golden Triangle, this wedge of waterfront real estate is where the citys cultural, financial, and historic districts converge. Take a stroll through the area or navigate the more than 20 miles of bike trails to discover art galleries, historic buildings, and shiny skyscrapers home to corporate powerhouses such as United States Steel and PNC bank.For a quick survey of the Steel Citys nearly 260-year history, you can go on a walking tour from the Pittsburgh History Landmarks Foundation. A short cab ride brings you to the citys Oakland neighborhood, where youll find art and history museums as well as the Phipps Conservatory. This elaborate, Victorian-style greenhouse showcases 17 botanical gardens, both in the steel-and-glass structure and on the grounds surrounding it.
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