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The Nationality Rooms

4200 Fifth Avenue, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
412-624-6000
Ranked #6 of 59 attractions in Pittsburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Museums
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New York City, New York
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Very enjoyable, especially if you manage to get there alone, without crowds. More

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Reston, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

It's too bad that Kate 43323 missed the detailed audio information available about each room. All the rooms on the third floor have a built-in system, so when a switch (like a light switch) is turned on, you get a 5-10 minute explanation of everything in that room. For the first floor rooms, visitors must rent an audio guide for... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Not all rooms are open for viewing, and knowing which rooms will be open for a specific visit would be difficult. This is a wonderful free attraction. The classrooms are decorated with furniture, art and the architecture of countries. I wish they could make it a little more educational by providing more information about what is found in each room. More

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Marseille, France
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Second time in nationalite rooms and it's still a nice thing to see with interesting audio tour. More

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Greensburg, PA
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

beautiful and fascinating, interesting to see all the different rooms More

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See 19 more reviews by caneel123 for Pittsburgh
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102 reviews 102 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

The Nationality rooms - a must see for everyone - culture is so special and so important. These rooms have been a thing of beauty for a really long time - go see them! More

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NJ
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

must see - beautiful rooms and furniture all distinct ... cant believe the students are so fortunate to take classes at this wonderful place. More

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jefferson hills, pa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

It's like taking a step back into time for several cultures. You need to get a good tour guide who can give you the "nitty gritty details" about each room. More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Not only is the cathedral of learning captivating, but the nationality rooms are one of a kind small spaces that reflect the best of what each culture had to offer this diverse nation. The number of rooms keeps growing as Pittsburghers, proud of their heritage, show it to visitors More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

This is very interesting as a relaxing tour but not a must see. More

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