South Oakland Travel Guide

Pittsburgh

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Stay near popular South Oakland attractions

Pittsburgh Playhouse

You can get tickets for a performance at Pittsburgh Playhouse during your stay in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

This tour is the best tour for sports fans! Big fun guaranteed!

Black & Gold Pittsburgh History Tour for Sports Fans

฿1,085
per adult
Black & Gold Pittsburgh History Tour for Sports Fans
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

฿968
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

฿437
per adult
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

฿1,970
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

฿2,638
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
Fulton Building

Pittsburgh Cultural District Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game

฿334
per adult
Pittsburgh Cultural District Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game
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Top hotels in South Oakland

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

3.5 out of 5
329 Technology Drive Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿3,963 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,963
฿4,518 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Restaurant very good and reasonable"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿4,134 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,134
฿4,712 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,874 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Was not expecting the room to be small with a king bed, but I made it work. The bed was not comfortable. Mattress appeared to be sunken in some spots. It would also have been nice to have a SMART television so that I could stream programs."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

2 out of 5
757 Casino Dr Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿3,753 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,753
฿4,279 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park are ...
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree

DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree

4 out of 5
500 Mansfield Avenue Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿3,397 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,397
฿3,873 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
Omni William Penn Hotel

Omni William Penn Hotel

4 out of 5
530 William Penn Place Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿5,983 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,983
฿6,821 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,010 reviews)
"What a beautiful hotel with exceptional staff. Large room and perfect ancillary areas to drink and eat! Loved our stay!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Omni William Penn Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

4 out of 5
745 Grant Street Pittsburgh PA
The price is ฿3,728 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿3,728
฿4,249 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
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Where to stay in South Oakland

Find the best South Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

South Oakland Travel Guide