
Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide
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September 2026
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Is Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide worth booking?
Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide is a 1.5-hour experience in Pittsburgh, United States, from $358 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $358 per person
The longest running private luxury boat tour in Pittsburgh that won't break your pocketbook. In business since 2008. You may also bring your own food, drink and music aboard. Our captains are very knowledgeable of the ci
What you get
About this experience
The longest running private luxury boat tour in Pittsburgh that won't break your pocketbook. In business since 2008. You may also bring your own food, drink and music aboard. Our captains are very knowledgeable of the city and give an in depth tour of the city s highlights or you can just sit back cruise with your own bt music and enjoy the sights. We also allow BYOB and food onboard. We are great for couples on a romantic sunset cruise to a family friendly tour or just a friend get together to show off the city.
What's included
Included
- Captain/ guide
- Gratuities
- Parking fees
Not included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Point State Park
We will give a guided and narrated tour of all 3 rivers in Pittsburgh to see 3 different point of views of all the cities sites. Get a group picture with the fountain & city in the back ground.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Acrisure Stadium
Former Heinz field a 68,400 seat stadium Home of the 6 time Superbowl champs Pittsburgh Steelers shared with the University of Pitt.
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PNC Park
Rated the #1 ball park in the league multiple years due to the riverfront views. 3rd smallest with a retro look built in 2001. Home of the Pittsburgh Pirate baseball team.
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David Lawrence Convention Center
One of the largest green certified building in the world with a riverfront view made to look like a cruise ship hanging over the river with a senic waterfall walkway through the heat of the building.
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Kamin Science Center
Formerly known as the Carnegie Science museum. Over 250 hands on exhibits. Great for family's and Adults alike.
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Andy Warhol Bridge
Cruise under the 3 iconic sister bridges. The only place in the world you can cruise under 3 identical bridges over 100 years old. Lighted up at night is a special sight with the rivers all aglow.
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South Tenth Street Bridge
Cruise under the renamed Philip Murray after the 1st United steel workers union president. See its iconic dino-geese painted at the top of the peer.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Pittsburgh
Go behind Texas De Brazile. On your left look for a green awning with a neon sign above says Landing. Inside the building is an elevator take it to 2 walk across catwalk to another elevator take to 1 make a right and go towards ice machine. wait at picnic table and txt: 412-855-7874 with Name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Go behind Texas De Brazile. On your left look for a green awning with a neon sign above says Landing. Inside the building is an elevator take it to 2 walk across catwalk to another elevator take to 1 make a right and go towards ice machine. wait at picnic table and txt: 412-855-7874 with Name.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rush Hour Boat Charters
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Pittsburgh.
How much does Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide cost?
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Prices start at $358 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Pittsburgh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Pittsburgh is not rushed.
Is Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Pittsburgh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Pittsburgh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Pittsburgh and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sightseeing on your Own Private Boat with Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Pittsburgh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Pittsburgh?
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Pittsburgh runs river cruises at the point, Duquesne and Monongahela incline rides, Strip District food tours, steel history walks and Frank Lloyd Wright trips to Fallingwater. Fallingwater tours need timed tickets and long drive windows. On Outty we rank every Pittsburgh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh, Bike the Burgh Tour, Just The Tour- Double Decker Bus tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Pittsburgh?
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April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Pittsburgh?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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