A thick, scrumptious milkshake hits the spot any time of the year. But, it offers an extra pop during the summer, especially when we're desperately trying to stay cool. Luckily, the Burgh lays claim to its fair share of simply sensational ice cream shops that serve - you guessed it - some of the best, most original milkshakes you'll find anywhere. Craving a milkshake or two? Embark on this milkshake trail in Pittsburgh for delicious experience.

Map out your milkshake adventure!

This scrumptious milkshake trail in Pittsburgh will take you to some of the city's very best ice cream shops, including the Milkshake Factory and Page Dairy Mart. Ready? Off we go!

1. Page Dairy Mart – 4600 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15210

Let's kick off our summer adventure at a South Side favorite: Page Dairy Mart. The always-bustling ice cream shop serves a full assortment of cold treats - from old-fashioned sundaes to snow cones. But, we're here for the milkshakes. Choose from a variety of flavors, such as chocolate, peanut butter, and butterscotch, which will be topped with vanilla ice cream and a sundae topping of your choice.

2. The Milkshake Factory – 1705 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Next stop: The Milkshake Factory, where it's all about the milkshake. Of course, that means you're going to face a hefty challenge when it comes to deciding what type of milkshake to order. Do you prefer a classic shake in traditional chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry? Or, perhaps you're in the mood for something with a little more flare? Then, you might want to order a s'mores, salted caramel, or brownie fudge shake.

3. Sinful Sweets Chocolate Company – 539 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222

If you love chocolate, you're going to be downright crazy about our next stop. Sinful Sweets Chocolate Company is all about chocolate, so you might want to stock up on some of the shop's decadent gourmet chocolate. But, don't forget we're here for the milkshakes. You're in for a treat with such milkshake flavors as coffee toffee and salted caramel pretzel on the menu. Or, of course, you can never go wrong with an old-fashioned chocolate or vanilla shake.

4. Klavon’s Ice Cream Parlor – 2801 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Who doesn't love a traditional ice cream parlor? Well, if you've not been to Klavon's Ice Cream Parlor yet, you're in for a treat. Choose from a seemingly endless assortment of milkshake flavors - peanut better swirl, raspberry, or peach are just a few of your options. And, that generous helping of ice cream comes topped with such favorites as cookies, whipped cream, and, of course, a cherry.

5. Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – 232 S. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Next, we're heading to Shadyside and Millie's Homemade Ice Cream. The quaint ice cream shop can get quite busy, but the milkshake's definitely worth the wait. Millie's stands out in that it offers an ever-changing assortment of ice cream flavors. What's available today might not be there tomorrow. So, take a peek at the current flavors - such as strawberry, vegan chocolate, and chunky chocolate hazelnut - and choose your favorite to make your milkshake.

6. Fudge Farm – 1503 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203

So, are you ready for our final stop on this epic milkshake trail in Pittsburgh? Next, we head to Fudge Farm, where you can get your fill of fudge and a milkshake. Are you in the mood for a classic chocolate shake? Or, do you want to shake things up a bit with a Smoking Joe, a little bit of chocolate combined with coffee ice cream? Whatever you choose, grab your milkshake, and enjoy the view from your seat on an indoor swing.

So, are you ready to embark on this scrumptious milkshake trail in Pittsburgh? Which ice cream shop serves your absolute favorite milkshake? Share in the comments below. Then, click here to read about the old-fashioned ice cream parlor that serves enormous portions.