Sunrise over Pittsburgh from the Duquesne Incline station in the fall. Photo courtesy of davedicello.com

Duquesne Incline

Take a step back in time on a century-old cable car and see the best views of downtown Pittsburgh while riding one of the few remaining inclines in the country. Opened on May 20, 1877, the Duquesne Incline was rescued and restored by a group of local residents in 1963 and still delights residents and visitors with its original, elegant, wooden cable cars. Now you can visit the interior of the incline and watch the machinery while it operates. The Duquesne Incline's upper station houses a museum of Pittsburgh history, including photos and a storehouse of information on inclines from around the world. Unusual Pittsburgh souvenirs, maps and photos can be found at the gift shop.

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Cash fares as well as Port Authority bus passes and tickets are accepted as payment. Bus transfers can be purchased at the Incline.

Wheelchair accessibility is via the Upper Station located 1220 Grandview Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa. 15211.