South Shore Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Visit South Shore
Popular places to visit
Monongahela Incline
Spectacular views of the Pittsburgh cityscape await at the top of the steepest funicular railway in the United States.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
University of Pittsburgh
Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums 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
Explore the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Echoes from the Iron Forge: Pittsburgh Phantoms Ghost Tour
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
JUST THE TOUR - Double Decker bus sightseeing tour of Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Top hotels in South Shore
Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
Great place. I’ve been utilizing Sheraton Station Square off and on for many years. Always a great location and always enjoyed our stay. Went for Steelers Browns. Took the boat to North Shore. All good!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Didn’t have breakfast. Room was in need of renovation. Beds were small, but view was amazing. Asked for new towels and had to ask again twice.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
Staff was amazing. Had quick service to airport.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
The menu was fresh. It was great to have N omelette chef but they only made one omelette at a time. A number of items ran out and they did not replenish them.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nice staff
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Shore
Mount Washington
Spend some time visiting places like Ohio River Valley while getting to know Mount Washington, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station to see more of the area.
Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Ohio River Valley might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
Cultural District
Cultural District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Benedum Center and Heinz Hall while you're in town.
North Shore
Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.
Allegheny Center
While visiting Allegheny Center, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and National Aviary.
South Side Flats
South Side Flats is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ohio River Valley or Rex Theater.
