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Learn about the first passenger funicular railway built in the US in 1870 and its historic role in Pittsburgh. Enjoy the spectacular cityscape views from the upper station or explore the nearby Mount Washington neighborhood.
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Fare Information. Cash, ConnectCard, passes, transfers and...
- Hours
The Mon Incline is closed for renovations beginning August...
- History
The Monongahela Incline opened on May 28, 1870. When it...
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The recently refurbished Monongahela Incline was built in...
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Descending the Monongahela Incline. Lower Lobby with Window...
- Fast Facts
The incline transports over half a million passengers a year...
- Attractions
Attractions . There are a lot of great places to eat, drink,...
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If you're short on time, check out the Monongahela Incline...
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The Monongahela Incline is a funicular located near the Smithfield Street Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Designed and built by Prussian-born engineer John Endres in 1870, it is the oldest continuously operating funicular in the United States. It is one of two surviving inclines in Pittsburgh (the other is the nearby Duquesne Incline) from ...
- 1 acre (0.40 ha)
- Grandview Avenue at Wyoming Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- 1869
Monongahela Incline. The Monongahela Incline is one of Pittsburgh's true gems. Take the incline from Station Square up 600 feet to the top of Mt. Washington to experience spectacular views of downtown that few cities have. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Explore different ways to experience this place.
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1. Early Development (Late 19th Century): The Monongahela Incline was constructed during the height of Pittsburgh's industrial boom in the late 19th century. It was designed to provide a convenient and efficient mode of transportation for workers living on Mount Washington, a steep hill overlooking downtown Pittsburgh, to commute to their jobs in the factories and businesses situated in the ...
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Sep 5, 2019 · Learn about the history and operation of the Monongahela Incline, the oldest and steepest incline in the U.S. Find out how to ride this funicular railway and enjoy the views of the city from the top.
The Monongahela Incline overlooks one of the world's great cityscapes. Tourists marvel at the skyline view while riding one of only a few remaining inclines in the country. The inclines remain the best way for thousands of Mount Washington residents get to their jobs, entertainment and shopping in Downtown Pittsburgh and Station Square.