Welcome to Mt. Lebanon, PA
Mt. Lebanon is one of Pittsburgh's premier South Hills suburbs, a classic streetcar community known for its tree-lined streets, distinctive Tudor and Colonial homes, and nationally ranked public schools. The walkable Uptown business district along Washington Road is the heart of the community, lined with independent shops, coffee houses, and restaurants. With the T light rail running straight through town, residents enjoy small-town charm with a quick, car-free ride into downtown Pittsburgh.
Places to Stay
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Mt. Lebanon — 611 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The only hotel right in the heart of Uptown Mt. Lebanon, steps from the Washington Road shops and restaurants, with the T station directly behind the hotel for easy trips downtown or to Steelers games. - Crowne Plaza Suites Pittsburgh South — 164 Fort Couch Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
A full-service, all-suites hotel just south of Mt. Lebanon near South Hills Village, popular for weddings and events, with a pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant. - DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh – Green Tree — 500 Mansfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
A large, convention-friendly hotel about ten minutes north of Mt. Lebanon with easy access to I-376 and downtown. - Hampton Inn Pittsburgh/Greentree — 555 Trumbull Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
A reliable mid-range option in nearby Green Tree, a short drive from both Mt. Lebanon and downtown Pittsburgh. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh West – Green Tree — 875 Greentree Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
A budget-friendly choice with free parking, an indoor pool, and quick highway access into the South Hills.
Parks
- Mt. Lebanon Park (Main Park) — 900 Cedar Blvd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The municipality's flagship park next to the high school, featuring Martha's Playground, an outdoor swimming pool with slides, ball fields, tennis courts, picnic shelters, and walking paths. - Bird Park — Bird Park Dr, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
A wooded nature preserve with a network of quiet hiking trails, a stream, and a soccer field — a local favorite for dog walkers and families seeking a secluded, woodsy escape. - Williamsburg Park — 212 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15216
A well-kept neighborhood park with a playground, tennis and basketball courts, a rentable pavilion, a short walking trail, and one of the best sled-riding hills in town come winter. - Hoodridge Conservation Area — off Hoodridge Dr, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
A quiet wooded green space with an informal path connecting Marshall and Eisenhower — less a manicured park and more a slice of preserved forest in the middle of the neighborhood. - Mt. Lebanon Recreation Center — 900 Cedar Blvd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
Adjacent to Main Park, home to the indoor ice rink (skating lessons, hockey leagues, public skate) and the outdoor aquatic center with zero-entry pools for little ones.
Things to Do
- Washington Road Uptown District — Washington Rd between Shady Dr E & Cedar Blvd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The commercial heart of Mt. Lebanon, a walkable stretch of boutiques, restaurants, bakeries, and cafes anchored by the historic Denis Theatre building and the municipal building. - Galleria of Mt. Lebanon — 1500 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
An upscale boutique shopping mall with Anthropologie, Pottery Barn, Starbucks, Panera, a movie theater, and restaurants like Bravo and The Yard. - Rollier's Hardware — 600 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
A beloved, family-run institution that's far more than a hardware store — locals treat browsing its packed aisles of tools, housewares, snacks, and garden goods as an outing in itself. - Uptown Coffee — 723 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The neighborhood's go-to coffee house, open late by Pittsburgh cafe standards, with house-made syrups, excellent baked goods, and plenty of seating for laptop workers and friends. - Il Pizzaiolo — 703 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The original location of Pittsburgh's acclaimed Neapolitan pizzeria, serving wood-fired pies and authentic Italian dishes in a cozy Uptown setting. - Bistro 19 — 711 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
An intimate fine-dining bistro in a renovated historic building, known for its steaks, warm atmosphere, and popular Sunday brunch. - Mt. Lebanon Public Library — 16 Castle Shannon Blvd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
A true community hub with outstanding children's programming, an edible garden courtyard, and frequent author talks and events. - Primanti Bros. — 1539 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228
The South Hills outpost of Pittsburgh's iconic sandwich shop — fries and slaw piled right on the sandwich — housed in a building that was once a 1930s Masonic lodge.
Universities and Stadiums
- Duquesne University — 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15282
This private Catholic university sits atop the Bluff downtown, a direct ride from Mt. Lebanon on the T light rail. - Point Park University — 201 Wood St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Known for its performing arts programs, Point Park's downtown campus is steps from the T's Wood Street station, making it one of the easiest commutes from Mt. Lebanon. - University of Pittsburgh — 4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Pitt's Oakland campus is roughly 20 minutes from Mt. Lebanon via the Parkway or the T plus a bus connection. - Acrisure Stadium — 100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
The home of the Steelers; Mt. Lebanon fans famously ride the T straight to the North Shore on game days — no parking required. - PPG Paints Arena — 1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
The home of the Pittsburgh Penguins and a major concert venue, an easy trip from Mt. Lebanon via the T to Steel Plaza or a short drive up Route 19.
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