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.
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.
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 Central Oakland
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
The front desk staff (and valet team) are truly amazing! Just minutes before I was leaving to go to my son’s graduation my glasses broke and the front desk staff were extremely helpful to find crazy glue and basically were just the nicest group ever! The hotel is convenient to everything “Pitt” and ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
It was fine
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Awesome historic hotel. Room had been updated and the shower was great. Always a pleasure staying at the William Penn. Staff was really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Loved it!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great front desk staff & clean, well appointed room.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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 Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation or Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
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.
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.
