NORTH SIDE. One of the only museums dedicated to one artist, this institution honors Pittsburgh native Andy Warhol with the exhibition of over 500 of his works in the seven-story former warehouse. The museum store and the cafe are accessible without museum admission.

OAKLAND. Andrew Carnegie started this museum's earliest collections in 1896, with an emphasis on modern art. The galleries showcase works by artists such as Degas, Van Gogh, Durer, Cassatt and Hopper. More recent exhibits include photography and video displays, and there are also a collection of sculpture and architectural models. Be sure to see the fabulous marble hall of sculpture, modeled after the Parthenon. Admission includes access to Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

OAKLAND. This fascinating museum presents informative exhibits that focus on wildlife, earth science and anthropology. Beautiful dioramas display numerous species and recreate their natural habitat. Visitors rush to the PaleoLab to see Samson, a fossilized Tyrannosaurus rex, as well as the world's largest collection of fossils. Also popular is the polar world hall, which features a walk-in replica of an igloo. Admission price includes access to the Carnegie Museum of Art.

NORTH SIDE. This 40,000 square foot facility houses so much, that it's impossible to list it all. Over 250 interactive exhibits include a planetarium, miniature railroad exhibit, Omnimax Theater, the USS Requin (WWII sub), and a health-science center. General Admission includes Carnegie Science Center Exhibits, UPMC SportsWorks, Buhl Planetarium, and USS Requin. Don't forget to check out the XPLOR Store on the first floor, and the River View Cafe on the ground floor.

DOWNTOWN. Pittsburgh's military history is experienced through more than 70 dioramas and other exhibits. NB Ticket admission is cash only, but they do accept Visa and MasterCard in the gift shop.#13;#10;