Nice slice of history. The inside of the Mon Incline is very museum like and I think would be a great place for out of towners to get a glimpse of historic Pittsburgh. At the conclusion of a work related awards dinner at The Lemont , I had to get myself home. I was feeling both lost and overwhelmed because besides that night I had never been to Mt. Washington and it was after 10pm. I walked up the street and seemingly out of no where happened upon the Mon Incline and I am so thankful. No sooner had I went into the trolly station was one boarding. If you are ever inclined to go to Mt. Washington for a day the Incline is the way to go. read more

True story: I took the incline every day for school downtown. One day I had my headphones on and was in my zone (probably Britney Spears The Zone) and some guy taped me on the shoulder. He asked me how much fare was. I asked him if he needed one way or a transfer back down. He seriously looked at me and said, "Why would you need a one way ticket?" I was dumbfounded by this question. I said, with a pause "...because people live up here..." I don't know if he thought maybe the houses were fake and just for fun or what. Moving on. The Mon Incline is probably the busiest of the two inclines in Mt. Washington. It's because it's right by the main part of Station Square, another very touristy destination. There's pro's and con's to taking this incline. I would definitely say more pro's because again, it's right next to Station Square, it's lets you off right by the main street, Shiloh Ave., in Mt. W. and of course has the fantastic views at the top! the con's are that it can get VERY busy and backed up during the summer nights or if there's a major event going on in the city (Fourth of July, Steelers Games, New Years Eve, etc.). As I've stated before, it's also part of Pittsburgh's public transit system so if you're visiting from out of town, you may see some grumpy people heading home from work. I also had to point out to a confused tourist that a radio tower she had pointed out to her family was in fact NOT the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh. If you're a history buff or looking for more information on the inclines I would head to the Duquesne Incline, which is on the west side of the mountain. Overall this one is the most convenient! read more

Excellent views from the top of this funicular. (I always wanted to be able to use that word in a Yelp review). Mount Washington is definitely a must for any visit to Pittsburgh. read more

LOVE the Mon Incline. It holds a special place because it was the first date for my fiance & I. He is originally from Florida and I brought him here to show him the real city view - Mt Washington. I also take my niece on here often. She loves it. It's only $2.25 (one way.. $3.50 round trip) Anyone new to the city or if you have out-of-town family members visiting should take a ride on the incline. read more

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A step back in time in the greatest city in America Pittsburgh! If you haven't ridden one of the inclines you haven't experienced PIttsburgh. It is a really fun way to see the Burgh. Most people afraid of heights are freaked out at first but settle down and enjoy the ride and view. The monongahela Incline is like a museum at the top which is free. There is also the overlook outside that is a favorite for taking pictures with the city in the background. read more

When I called the Port Authority for directions on how to get here, I butchered the name so badly that the woman on the phone laughed and told me that she never heard anyone pronounced the name that way. LOL Anyways, come up here for great views of the Pittsburgh skyline from Mt. Washington and go on the oldest cable car still operating in the country (built in 1870). It's only $2.50 roundtrip per person. However, make sure to bring exact change with you or deal with the change machine. Once we got to the top, it was wonderful. There are several observation decks along the street so you can have different views of the city. After checking out the view, we went to a nearby bar and watched the Steelers/Chiefs game. If you are visiting Pittsburgh, put this on your must do list! read more

I went up the Monongahela and down the Duquesne. It was a nice walk. Like the rest of Pittsburgh, the houses are beautiful and the topography is a photographer's dream. This Incline doesn't have the attractions of the gift shop and the pictures like the Duquesne, but it still gets the job done. It's fun just to lift up the incline and watch as the views evolve. read more

Coming from a tourist's perspective, the inclines are must-see when visiting Pittsburgh! I'm fairly certain that we took 'em more than once because the views are gorgeous and it's just a fun activity for anybody to do. If you get the chance to go at night, do it! The lights are beautiful & there's an observatory area at the top! read more

We had such a great time taking the incline. User friendly for tourists and such a neat history. Friendly staff member at the top and Shiloh hill is full of friendly people and quaint businesses. Can't beat the view of Pittsburgh. read more

Monongohela (if that's the way you spell it lol), is really beautiful and even the ride up is quite fun. It was my first time ever to the pittsburgh area and I gotta say this was an amazing way to see rhe beautiful city! For only 3.50 round trip or 7 for me and my fiancee in total, it is well worth the money spent. Once up top, lots of look out points available. The only reason I rated it 4 rather than 5 stars is because if you dont know the transportation system, this could end up being a farrrrrrrrrrrrrr walk to get to! As with any other city, wear your walking shoes! read more

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They only accept cash and exact cash at that! Not to mention the people working their were rude. Line can be long but it moves along quickly. It's something you MUST DO in Pittsburgh for the history! read more

Started off my trip to Pittsburgh with a little trip up this incline and so glad I did! The trip up in the little wooden car is short and sweet. You'll arrive at the top of Mt. Washington in just a few minutes and you'll have the best views of Pittsburgh right in front of you. The round trip is $2.75 so it's absolutely worth the little trek up! read more

what a fun thing to do in pittsburgh w/ your sweetheart, bff, kiddos, or really anyone. a relatively short walk from DT pittsburgh across the smithfield st bridge. just $3.25 for an up and down trip -- beautiful views from the top!! read more

For our first trip up the incline we enjoyed it. However, the directions on how to get one was not clear at all. We bought our tickets but then didn't know if we just got on. When we did get on we sat there for a few minutes not sure how it would start. Thank goodness someone got on with us that knew what was going on. The view from the front row is absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend taking the trip at night. read more

How I could live in Pittsburgh this long and not ride the inclines is beyond me. Fortunately we made time to do it this weekend after dinner in Station Square. Little did I know we would need exact change to catch a ride to the top and back. (Who carries exact change?) We set to work searching my wallet and my wife's purse to make sure we had the $7 on us, while simultaneously turning down other passengers asking if we could break a $20. Looks like this is a common problem and probably warrants implementing a new system. We came up with the cash between us and stepped into line for the next ride up. The doors opened and, disappointingly, nobody got off from our compartment. A whole group of kids decided to just keep on riding. We opted to catch the NEXT next ride up and fortunately we caught an almost empty car. It's worth it to sit on the bottom side of the car to catch a view as you're riding but you can't beat the view of the city from the top. It makes for a great photo op and is a great place to watch the sunset. read more

This is a must do at least once in Pittsburgh and the view of the city makes it worth the while. Bring exact change and if it's a hot day cool off at the nearby ice cream parlor on Mt. Washington since the incline doesn't have AC. read more

A great place to check out at night while the Pirates are playing. Time it just right and not only will you get to see an AWESOME view of the city, you might just catch a free fireworks show too. Remember to bring exact change for the fare because they do not take credit cards or give change back! read more

What a great view of the city!! It is so absolutely worth the $3 to go up and down to see Pittsbugh! At the top of the incline, you're in the cutest neighborhood in the mountains. I forget its name, but there are ice cream shops, cafes, and restaurants. If you're staying in Station Square or visiting Station Square, this is a short walk across Carlson to get to the incline entrance. read more

As part of my job, sometimes I have to do home visits. I had to do one today on Mount Washington, and as it turned out, the Monongahela Incline was the best way to get there. The Monongahela Incline and its counterpart, the Duquesne Incline, are both a sort of combination cable car/elevator that go up Mount Washington. Per the Port Authority's website and brochure, the Mon Incline is the oldest one in the world, built in 1870. It was built so residents of Coal Hill, now called Mount Washington, could get to the city and their jobs below. How the Mon Incline survives today is a matter of forward thinking and location, location, location! The company that owned it was going to abandon it too, but instead decided to modernize it. Then, in the 1970s and 1980s, two events helped secure its future. The Station Square Mall and was built out of the old railroad station and facilities located at Carson and Smithfield Streets, right across the street from the incline's lower station. Then, when the light rail system was built, a major station was built a block east of the incline. Plus, it's handy to reach the bars and restaurants up on Shiloh Street. So not only is the Monongahela Incline popular with tourists, it is a practical way for people who live up on Mount Washington to get Downtown or to the South Hills. There are overlooks up on the cliff just to the west of the upper station. On one of our earliest dates, my now-husband and I went strolling up there. If you have out-of-town guests, or are visiting Pittsburgh, there is no better way to see the city, especially at night. read more

The view from the incline is awesome. If you are visiting Pittsburgh for the first time, like I was, I highly recommend taking the complete ride. I also recommend taking it right before sunset and hanging around at the top at the great restaurants until the lights in the city come on. Absolutely beautiful. A round trip ticket for adult is $3.50. Well worth it. read more

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Cool, incline . Line was LONG but it moved. What I didn't understand that there was no-one working/monitoring the bottom of the lift...so literally many people were squeezing onto the lift although the sing clearly stated 8 people to a car. At the top, you paid, EXACT change only....which was fine... At the top, when getting on the car to come back down, there were numerous employees, counting people and checking passess... read more

Definitely a must do activity if you're visiting Pittsburgh! Take the cable car to the top of Mount Washington and walk along Grandview to the Dusquesne Incline which you can take down. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Pittsburgh Skyline! There are several observation decks along Grandview and the photograph opportunities are amazing. Highly recommended both during the day and at night. *** Park your car in a lot on Carson. Make sure you have exact change for the incline. Spend some time at the incline station on Grandview. read more

Ah, the Mon Incline... If you're a local, there are conversations you hear almost each time you ride. Well-meaning but misinformed 'tour guides' showing friends and family the view, people awfully confused about exactly how to pay, and joking about it plummeting to the ground are all pretty popular. You can tell almost with perfect accuracy who's sight-seeing and who's a local. The sight-seers are plastered against the windows, vying for the lower car (if they know better) and generally excited to be there. The locals are the people who run and sit up on top, and they're either lost in headphone-land or discussing their work day with a fellow local... Some of us will feel extra friendly on days and tackle your questions about The Way of the Incline. On game days, holidays, drinking holidays, and nice summer days, expect a 20-40 minute line. On those days, I personally just hike up Sycamore Street. It's faster. read more

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On a recent trip to Pittsburgh the tourist in me talked my former resident companions into going on the incline (a funicular). After trying to figure out where to park for it, we arrived to a tiny old building with no A/C and no ventilation whatsoever. Still, it was fun, historic, and a new experience for all of us - so we endured the pass-out-inducing heat for 30 minutes while the cars exchanged their position along the incline. Once at the top of Mt. Washington (I think that's what it's called), we took our panoramic pictures and headed to scope out the neighborhood (and find a beer to replenish the 10 pounds we lost sweating on the incline). The incline was definitely something I would recommend to other visitors to Pittsburgh - it gives you a wonderful historic experience and an even better view - just bring along one of those water-spraying-fan things or avoid it during the heat of summer! Also - bring exact change - they don't make change for you! read more

My first trip to Pittsburgh. I rode this puppy twice: once at night, and once in daylight. Magnificent views from the top of Mt. Washington, and a cute little neighborhood, too. So cool to ride a piece of history! read more

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We had family in from the West Coast - most of whom have never been to Pittsburgh (or Pennsylvania!). We had a wonderful day seeing the sights of the 'burgh and the beauty of our city. Although I have lived here most of my life, I learned a lot about our city through reading the information guides. It's a shame that I had to have people from out of state come for a visit to get me to see the sights our city has to offer! read more

This incline puts the "fun" in "funicular". It was opened in 1870 (while Ulysses S. Grant was president) and still has some of that 19th century charm. ...Until everyone onboard pulls out their digital cameras and smart phones. There is a viewing platform near the Upper Station with some nice views of Pittsburgh. (I wanted to make a joke about it being more like the "Monongahela Decline" but the Incline was too neat to write something like that.) read more

During our road trip to Pittsburgh this incline was on our list to visit. We didn't ride up the incline, instead we drove up. There is meter parking in the area. You get a great view up here, a closer view of the skyline and bridges. We came during the day and night the capture the different views. read more

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Great view of the city from a dead on angle. Taking this one either up or down followed by the Deuchene is the way to go!

Fun little old-style entertainment: for 2.50 you can take a round trip up and down the steep embankment to a stunning view of the downtown, with an overhanging observation deck. Rather confusing on how to pay, since nobody is at the bottom and it seemed you could just walk out the top without paying....but being the good Mormon boy I am, I had to ask. A little scary thinking as you are sliding up the hill, wondering what it would be like if the thing broke and slid down, but then it hasn't done that in 100 years, right? At least there were no disaster pictures. If you are lucky you will meet friendly Pittsburgians that will become your free personal tour guides at the top! read more

The Dusqune (or however you spell it) incline was way prettier. This one was just meh.

I have been on the Monongahela Incline for two round-trips. Sometimes I am lucky to get a front seat in the car so I get a better view of the city below. Other times I get a back seat that gives no view of the city below at all. Still, once you reach the top of the mountain, you can walk for about one mile along Grandview Avenue to see prettier views of the rivers and buildings. When I went for my round-trip ride yesterday, the cost was $3.50 per person, and they request exact change. The cars are old so get hot in the summer and cold in the winter. read more

As others have said, the Mononogahela Incline is a must see. If you're in the 'burgh, you gotta check the box. Although this is considered a landmark and an attraction, real people use this thing to go from homes on top of the hill to the transit system and the city below just as was done over a hundred years ago: "Look kids!! Rrreeal people use this! Don't get too close, though, they might bite." It is conveniently accessible from Station Square (which is not a must-see). It enables easy access (for a fare) to the top of Mt Washington which provides one of the most photographed and beautiful panoramic city views I know. read more

A must do Pittsburgh tourist attraction. One of two inclines left on Mt. Washington out of seventeen. Very cool experience from the history of this great city. Inexpensive at a $2.75 a round trip. You pay at the top station, exact change only however, there are change machines available at both stations. A return ticket back is good for three hours which is more than enough time to explore the areas with in walking distance of both the top and bottom stations. Of which there is no shortage of things to do, there are river tours at the lower end and a very cool neighborhood at the top with ice cream, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and Packs and Dogs (a must visit for the best beer selection in the area!). The fact there are only conductors at the top station creates problems with people being rude, not knowing how things work, those things. Best solution? come at off peak hours when there is less traffic and enjoy a car to yourself :-) read more

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If you are going to visit Pittsburgh, you have to do ride the incline. I think it's a rule. It's a rule Joey, isn't it? Yeah. Joey says it's a rule. Don't make him kill your snowman. The best time to do it is at night when you can take it up to the top of Mount Washinton and look out over the city from the amazing view. Just be aware that the incline blazes at a heart stopping speed of 6 miles per hour. Make sure you hold on tight. read more

I rode this thing with my two sisters and we could not help but yodel that little Alpiner type song from The Price is Right. It's really fun and cheap. The neighborhood at the top is super cool. Great view, friendly staff and such. read more

While most people know of the Duquesne Incline, I've been converted to a Mon Incline fan. True, the Duquesne Incline has a ton of info, photos, etc. posted in both stations; however the Mon Incline is not just convenient, it's the start of a great day on Mt. Washington. What I like the most about the Mon Incline is that it takes you right to Shiloh Ave, where you can get a cocktail, a meal, some ice cream, or just the fantastic views of the city that make Mt. Washington a destination for residents and tourists alike. I recommend parking in the Station Square lot right behind the Grand Concourse. You used to need exact change for the incline but now there's machines that accept credit cards too - although they don't always work so bring money as a back up. read more

Pro Nice Horizontal view of the city. A lot of restaurants, bars, shops and even ice cream parlor at the top. $5 round trip Con Trolley carts are tiered in 3 levels and you can only get the skyline view in the bottom level. read more

An undoubtedly inexpensive and scenic way to climb the side of the large mountain in downtown Pittsburgh. Originally used as a way of transportation for the blue collar folk back in the day, it runs strong, acting as a historic and unique piece to the this once industrial city. read more

I'm giving this 3 stars because I'm giving the Duquesne Incline 4 stars. This is a great spot for a date. The night views are tremendous and so are the day views. The views aren't as great as the Duquesne Incline. This incline gives you more of the right side view of the Point State Park side of Pittsburgh, meaning you will see more of the downtown Pittsburgh high rises. Bring your camera and take lots of pics. There are several lookout extensions for closer pictures of the view of Pittsburgh, which is amazing with its many bridges. read more