Central Oakland Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
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Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
Find everything from palms and ferns, to orchids and desert flowers in one of America’s largest glass houses.
University of Pittsburgh
Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Carnegie Mellon University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Carnegie Mellon University during your trip to Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Beers in the Burgh: Pittsburgh Brewery Walk
Top hotels in Central Oakland
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
The staff at the hotel was fantastic – everyone was incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Staff were outstanding, and very helpful. Pool and hot tub was nice to have, especially the hot tub. Food in the hotel restaurant was OK, but nothing spectacular.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
The only draw back was not having coffee available for early morning event we attended.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
Staff was professional and pleasant.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
valet staff was incredible. rooms were a little pricey for the actual size. location was pretty close to everything.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Room was clean and beautiful. Nice walk in shower. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Oakland
Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum while in the area.
Shadyside
Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Gallerie CHIZ while you're exploring the area.
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts or Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.
Bloomfield
If you're spending time in Bloomfield, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Pittsburgh Glass Center or Walnut Street.
Crawford-Roberts
While Crawford-Roberts may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like PNC Park and PPG Paints Arena.
Bluff
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Bluff. You might want to make time for a stop at Ohio River Valley or A.J. Palumbo Center.
