| It's the time of the year when students visit colleges | | | | By car: |
| and universities either to get a look at where they'll be | | | | If you're coming from the east, chances are you will be |
| starting in the fall or to help them decide which school | | | | taking I-76 to I-376. Those coming from the south will |
| they would like to attend. In Pittsburgh, PA, two of the | | | | probably come up I-79 and then take I-376 to get into |
| more popular places for college are Duquesne | | | | the city. If you're coming from north of the city, taking |
| University and the University of Pittsburgh. But before | | | | I-79 to I-279 is probably the best route. Finally, if you're |
| you travel to Pittsburgh to visit either of these schools | | | | coming from the west, you'll either take I-76 to I-79 to |
| there are some travel plans you should iron out first, | | | | I-279 or I-70 to I-79 to I-376, depending on whether |
| like the route you will take, and where you will stay | | | | you're in the northwest or the southwest. |
| while you're visiting. Fortunately there are easy ways | | | | Hotels Near Pitt and Duquesne |
| to get to the universities, and there are plenty of | | | | Visitors have a plethora of Pitt and Duquesne |
| Duquesne and University of Pittsburgh hotels in the | | | | University hotels. Those willing to pay extra may |
| area. | | | | choose lodging located less than a mile from campus. |
| Traveling to Pittsburgh | | | | There are also many modestly priced |
| By air: | | | | accommodations that aren't much farther. |
| Most major carriers fly into Pittsburgh International | | | | Eating in and around Pittsburgh |
| Airport. There, travelers can rent a car or take a | | | | The food choices are endless around Pittsburgh. No |
| limousine, taxi or charter bus. | | | | matter what a traveler's tastes, they can easily be |
| The Port Authority provides public transportation from | | | | satisfied without wandering far. For casual dining, the |
| the airport to many Pittsburgh destinations including | | | | options range from fast food, Chinese food, pizza, |
| Duquesne University for only $2.60. | | | | cafes and diners. The more refined palette can also |
| Transportation arrangement for senior and | | | | find satisfaction from pricier restaurants serving |
| handicapped visitors may be made through ACCESS. | | | | seafood and steak. |
| Qualified travelers should make arrangements in | | | | Whatever visitors might need, it's a good bet they can |
| advance by calling (412) 562-5353. | | | | find it near the college they are visiting. |