Cultural District Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Visit Cultural District
Popular places to visit
Benedum Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Benedum Center during your stay in Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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.
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
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.
Things to do
New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour for Sports Fans
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Top hotels in Cultural District
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
"Good service and very clean environment"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown
"Helpful and friendly staff. Easy check in and rooms were clean!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Westin Pittsburgh, a Marriott Hotel
"Clean room, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
"Room was filthy, very outdated , staff was nice , good location. Will probably not go back!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
"Although this is a beautiful building there is no pool, the bedding was gross, mini fridge barely worked, you couldn’t stream networks on the tv and the parking was expensive. Also you can hear every noise from surrounding rooms. This hotel is a good suit if you are in town on business not ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
"Very clean and nice hotel. We made a mistake and booked the wrong nights so when we showed up a day late they said they cancelled both nights we had paid for and hotel staff were unwilling to help us or give any sort of refund because we had booked with hotels.com, said hotels.com could do it but ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Cultural District
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 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.
North Side
While you're in North Side, take in top sights like PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.
