Coronavirus Hits Pittsburgh’s Tourism Industry

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Tourism in Pittsburgh is taking a big hit during the pandemic.
Three-hundred-thirty-one events, like conventions, booked through VisitPITTSBURGH, have been canceled. That translates into more than $157 million lost in direct visitor spending.
Few people are traveling far this summer, so VisitPITTSBURGH tourism promoters are pushing people in and around Pittsburgh to be tourists right here. They’re marketing the city to people who live near Pittsburgh, as well as C