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(412) 381-1665
1220 Grandview Ave
Pittsburgh,
PA
15211
40.4381
-80.0183
Neighborhood: Duquesne Heights
What People Are Saying About Duquesne Incline
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The History – Built in 1877, the incline still serves the same purpose that it did then--transporting Mt. Washington residents to the city below. The Duquesne Incline is one of two fully functional inclines that scale Pittsburgh's Mount Washington. The Monongahela Incline also operates about a quarter-mile to the east. – – Tourist Count – Each year, thousands of visitors to Pittsburgh take the ride to the top, where they find an observation deck overlooking the impressive span of Pittsburgh's skyline, as well as memorabilia and photographs of the incline's…
Editor's Tips
- One of Pittsburgh's Best:
- Providing a unique ride for visitors and way to get down the hill for local commuters, the Duquesne Incline is both functional and fun.
- Hint:
- Bring your camera: Photo opts are prime, and jaw-dropping fireworks occur periodically over the city.
