South Oakland Travel Guide

Pittsburgh

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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

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
Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

฿10,106
per adult
Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium
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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 ฿3,969 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,969
฿4,524 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was very clean and modestly decorated. The food was excellent. The location was great!! The staff was wonderful !! Very happy, would recommend to others and will probably stay again in the future!!"

Reviewed on 9 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 ฿4,159 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,159
฿4,742 total
2 Nov - 3 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! (3,851 reviews)
"The location is great if you are looking to go to a Steelers and/or Penguins game like we did, but for approximately $1,500 on a three-night stay we expect more. The room was MUCH smaller that the pictures depicted, towels were cheap and only two, the TV was very antiquated to say the least, and ..."

Reviewed on 13 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 ฿4,263 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,263
฿4,860 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,433 reviews)
"Friendly staff and the property was clean and updated."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

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 ฿3,402 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,402
฿3,878 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,262 reviews)
"clean room … nice staff breakfast was ok"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

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 ฿6,188 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿6,188
฿7,055 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 ...
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 ฿4,305 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,305
฿4,907 total
2 Nov - 3 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,405 reviews)
"Staff was great! Everyone we talked to was so friendly and helpful. The extra amenities like free breakfast, dinner and drinks were unexpected and very much appreciated."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

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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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.

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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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