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Cathedral of Learning

896 Reviews

#10 of 148 things to do in Pittsburgh

Museums, History Museums

University of Pittsburgh, 4200 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA

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“A Delightful Surprise”

When our hosts told us we were going to the Cathedral of Learning, I had no idea of what to expect... read more

Reviewed 2 days ago

jvlseattle

Foligno, Italy

“Wow! A beautiful building!”

I was quite impressed by this building! Many classes are held here and there are Nationality Rooms... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

Debra R

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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4.5 896 reviews

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“nationality rooms”(252 reviews)

“international rooms”(44 reviews)

“first floor”(68 reviews)

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jvlseattle

Foligno, Italy

266

Reviewed 2 days ago

A Delightful Surprise

When our hosts told us we were going to the Cathedral of Learning, I had no idea of what to expect. The building itself is beautiful, a truly inspiring place for learning and studying. The Nationality Rooms were an unexpected delight. The attention to detail...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank jvlseattle

Debra R

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

6313

Reviewed 3 days ago

Wow! A beautiful building!

I was quite impressed by this building! Many classes are held here and there are Nationality Rooms to tour. It is quite unique and the architecture is gorgeous. I got beautiful photos there!

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Debra R

kaitlynd945

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Educational and inexpensive

It was a really nice experience, I went with my grandma and aunt and they enjoyed it. Lots of interesting history explained. Highly recommend the tour because that is where you get your facts from and was cheap. $4 per adult and $2 for children...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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JoeC2499

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Amazing

Gothic architecture that is amazing. The Nationality Rooms are amazing and educational and some of the best in the world. You feel like you are traveling the world without leaving the building. Christmas time is an especially great time to visit these rooms. When the...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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TrailBlazer748385

Brownfield, Maine

316

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Stunning architecture and facinating rooms of countries around rhe world.

A must see during your visit to Pittsburgh. Go to the highest floor by the main elevator and then look for the secret elector to the top floor for expansive views. I went Christmas time and the rooms were decorated beautifully.

Date of experience: December 2018

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XiangC11

Hamilton, New Jersey

122

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Very unique rooms

All rooms are worth to visit. Maybe boring to young kids. Definitely worth to take a quick visit if you have time. The Chinese room is horrible. They might get the idea from some old Chinatown restaurants.

Date of experience: June 2018

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watsonh43

Locust Grove, Virginia

125

Reviewed 11 December 2018

GOTHIC STUDY HALL

A wonderful surprise. This Gothic Study Center is a masterpiece. We toured several of the "country" rooms which were decorated for the Christmas holidays in their particular tradition.

Date of experience: December 2018

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mlboriole

Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

5127

Reviewed 9 December 2018 via mobile

Nationality Rooms

Just visited about a dozen of the individual nationality rooms. It’s like a whirlwind world tour! Each has its own flavor and personality. Or rooms coming soon. TIP: About 15 rooms available on first floor and 15 more on third floor; allow at least an...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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217suzannem

Arlington, Massachusetts

265

Reviewed 25 November 2018 via mobile

Around the world in 90 minutes!

Our guided tour of the Nationality Rooms was fabulous. Learned why the university asked countries with immigrant populations living and working in Pittsburgh in the 1930’s and 40’s to showcase their art and cultures. An enlightened and inspiring window to the many who made and...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Enthusiastic_Roamer

Reviewed 14 November 2018

Zip up to the 36th floor for amazing views!

I'm always amazed that there aren't more people up on the 36th floor of this magnificent building for the best free views!

Date of experience: November 2018

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Nikki M

GED classes

22 June 2018|

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Need to know if I can attain my GED at the Cathedral of learning.

jcrossBdV

Is the cathedral of learning open in the summer?

15 April 2018|

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Yes it is

Heather K

Is the food court open on the weekends?

14 October 2017|

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The Cathedral is only open until 4 PM because it is used for classrooms. Never dinners. Weekends the vending machines are available but the food court is not open for hot meals.

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