Market Square

Market Square is the historic heart of Pittsburgh, founded in 1784 as 'The Diamond'—the place where the city was born at the confluence of three rivers. This historic square has undergone a fascinating metamorphosis from wooden stalls and the first courthouse to a modern European-style space.

Today, it is a bustling square surrounded by more than 10 restaurants, including the legendary 19th-century Original Oyster House, Pittsburgh's oldest bar. Restored cast-iron facades from 1870-1931 create a unique atmosphere, and year-round markets, festivals, and concerts ensure that there is always something interesting happening here.