Holiday Lights Tour
Overview
Get into the holiday spirit and enjoy an evening in Downtown Pittsburgh, learning about the history of the city, discovering beautiful squares and pieces of architecture, while getting to see all the festive holiday lights and decorations. Walk past many different and gorgeous Christmas trees, a unique gingerbread house display, a replica of the crèche from Vatican City, the central holiday market, and much more! The grand finale of the tour will be a very fun ice skating rink and Santas from all around the world! - Our tour guides are locals who truly love their city, they are very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for you if you are particularly interested in something. Groups are kept small to provide a personal experience. Kids and dogs are welcome as well (with advance notice)!
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Hot drink on cold nights
- A whole lotta fun :-)
- Coupons from our Downtown restaurant partners
- Local, interactive guide
- Dinner
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
1049 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
2 Market Square
Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
It's the central square of Downtown Pittsburgh where you'll find a lovely holiday market and plenty of restaurants and bars. Since our tour ends around dinner time, this is a convenient place to wrap up the city tour.
What To Expect
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David Lawrence Convention Center
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
August Wilson Center For African American History
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Koppers Building
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
US Steel Tower
3 minutes Admission Ticket Free
County Office Building
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Omni William Penn Hotel
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Heinz Hall
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Benedum Center
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Point State Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
PPG Place
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Market Square
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Holiday Lights Tour?
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Activity code: C-197979P5
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Average 4.70 out of 5 stars based on 23 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Hot drink on cold nights.
- A whole lotta fun :-).
- Coupons from our Downtown restaurant partners.
- Local, interactive guide.
- Dinner.
- Gratuity.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Holiday Lights Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Holiday Lights Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeHot drink on cold nights
- A whole lotta fun :-)
- Coupons from our Downtown restaurant partners
- Local, interactive guide
- Dinner
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
