Posts in Category: Free things to do

10 Things to do in Pittsburgh’s Strip District

While living in Pittsburgh, Mike and I frequently spent out weekends hanging out in The Strip District. This historic section of the city is always busting with some type of event, plus there are so ...

5 Free Holiday Attractions in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. is home to one of the most famous Christmas trees in the country. The beautiful National Tree on the White House Ellipse draws many visitors and much media coverage each year. I have ...

The 10 Best Free Things to do in Pittsburgh

I am sure most of us are familiar with Pittsburgh’s industrial history as a hub of coal mining and steel production. Today, the city is just as well-known for its’ professional sports ...

Attraction of the Week: Season’s Greetings at the U.S. Botanical Gardens in D.C.

Washington D.C. is home to a number of fun, free, and festive holiday attractions. While hotels in the area can be a bit pricey, most museums and several holiday attractions will cost you absolutely ...

The 100th Anniversary of The National Tree Lighting in D.C.

Although the dazzling Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in NYC receives the most tourist and media attention, The National Tree is an iconic sight in its’ own right. If you find yourself ...

Attraction of the Week: The Cincinnati Art Museum

Cincinnati is considered one of the best cities for art lovers. Mike and I were eager to explore one of the country’s best art museums. The city is an easy 4 hour roadtrip from Pittsburgh, so ...

Attraction of the Week: Pittsburgh’s Point State Park

One of the things Mike and I love most about living in Pittsburgh is the easy access to beautiful green spaces. You don’t have to travel very far to enjoy some nature. Downtown, Point State ...

Attraction of the Week: The Cleveland Museum of Art

The number of great attractions which do not receive nearly enough press continues to surprise Mike and I the longer we live in Cleveland. It’s an underrated city with a lot of great tourist ...

Allegheny Commons: Pittsburgh’s Oldest Park

I love all the gorgeous parks surrounding the city of Pittsburgh. Allegheny Common is a tranquil park on the north side dating back to 1867, making it the oldest park in the city. There is plenty of ...

Leaf Peeping at McConnells Mill State Park

More than 300,000 acres set aside for outdoor recreational fun are available within 124 Pennsylvania state parks. Although many of these parks are located in the Allegheny mountains region, Western ...