Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Rivers Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Rivers Casino during your visit to Pittsburgh? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Top hotels in Upper Hill
Omni William Penn Hotel
excellent stay everything was wonderful
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Great location. Would stay there again. Rooms very clean and well maintained facility. $44 per day for parking at hotel. You can park right around the corner in Stanewicz (sp?) for $32 per day. Have fun in the Burgh!!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Everything was perfect. From the place, location, distance to where I needed to go, all of it. Very happy.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beautiful hotel and love all the extras
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Good
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room, outstanding staff, great location to a lot of shops, restaurants, and venues.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Hill
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.
Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Arsenal Park or Gallery G Glass.
Strip District
Strip District 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 Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre or Ohio River Valley.
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.
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.
