Central Oakland Travel Guide
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Visit Central Oakland
Stay near popular Central Oakland attractions
Things to do

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

Pittsburgh Cultural District Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Top hotels in Central Oakland

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
"The hotel was nice and staff were great. They need to service the Peloton bike in the gym !!"
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
"The room was smaller than expected but it was sufficient for the two of us. The bathroom was small as well. It was clean and we were happy we stayed here. The view was fabulous. There is no house keeping while staying so we bought our own K-cup for coffee. We would stay here again."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
"The front desk staff was horrible. My wife and I order Uber and when my wife went to the front desk to pick up our food she was told to just take any bag and go. When she refused to take someone else food that was Clearly marked for someone else she was then asked was she going to take the food our ..."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
"Breakfast was so good and the staff so helpful"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
"The noise from the pool at night was so loud. Do not agree to a room anywhere facing the interior poolside. One suggestion would be complimentary coffee in the lobby. The cookie at check-in was delicious."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Omni William Penn Hotel
"This was the most beautiful hotel we’ve ever stayed in! Very clean and staff is very sweet… Will definitely be back!!"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Central Oakland

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 Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around 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.

Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.

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 The Terminal or Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre.

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.


















