Pittsburgh Airport was formerly known as Greater Pittsburgh Airport. It is located in Pittsburgh, Findley, which is 30 kilometers west of downtown Pittsburgh. Car rental companies like Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National, and Alamo are available here and they are very reliable and affordable. Making your reservation in advance is the best way to find cheap car rental at Pittsburgh airport.
There are many attractions near Pittsburgh and if you have a car, then taking a day trip is mandatory. The first place to go would be the Kennywood Amusement Park, which was established in 1898 and is one of the most popular family attractions in Pittsburgh. You can see the only Funicular Railway, which is still operating in Wyoming Street, Pittsburgh. It started its journey in 1870 and it is still popular among people. You can enjoy excellent panoramic views from its deck while traveling.
An exceptional and popular attraction is the Duckboat Tours, which is actually a combination of a military boat and a bus that can both, run on the street and float on the water. It starts in the morning from the Stations Square and travels through the downtown district. You can enjoy the wonderful views of Pittsburgh from both land and water.
The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium are home to more than 4,000 different animals and underwater creatures. You can see Amur tigers, African elephants, Masai giraffes and many other exotic animals here. The PPG Aquariam features a Stingray Tunnel, Ocean tank and an exhibition of flooded Amazon rainforest and there is no entry fee for children under 2 years. The Riverboat Cruises is another popular attraction here and it lets people board the boat and watch the beauty of Pittsburgh from water.