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ITINERARY
4h 51m240 miles8 stops
1
Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
2
Cathedral of Learning
3
Mix Candle Co
4
Allegheny Cemetery
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
5
Eleventh Hour Brewing
6
Point State Park
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
7
Pittsburgh Water Steps
8
Allegheny Observatory
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens of Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland·
4.5
(99) review
3100 Swann Dr Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, MD 21217
2
Start:Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(979) review
4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
3
Start:Mix Candle Co
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
4409 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-3011
4
Start:Allegheny Cemetery
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
Instituted in 1844, this 300-acre cemetery is the final resting place of such notables as Lillian Russell, Stephen Foster and General John Neville.
5
Start:Eleventh Hour Brewing
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(9) review
3711 Charlotte St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-3201
6
Start:Point State Park
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(951) review
Serving as a key strategic spot during the French and Indian War, this National Historic Landmark and park offer stunning views of the city and a variety of outdoor recreation.
7
Start:Pittsburgh Water Steps
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(94) review
North Shore Riverfront Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
8
Start:Allegheny Observatory
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(9) review
159 Riverview Ave Riverview Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15214-2299
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What's the driving distance between Washington DC and Pittsburgh?
The distance is 240 miles
What's the travel time between Washington DC and Pittsburgh?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 51m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Washington DC and Pittsburgh?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Pittsburgh?
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