Central Oakland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
Explore the great outdoors at Phipps Conservatory, a lovely green space in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
PNC Park
Catch an event at PNC Park during your trip to Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Catch an event at Acrisure Stadium during your trip to Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Central Oakland
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Did not care for the steps needed to reach the front desk. The housekeeping staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room, nice pool area and hot tub and the view. The shower was hot with a good pressure. So my husband likes IPA beers. The event we attebded at the hotel did not have any so since we were staying we called to see what time the bar closed. The front desk staff said 1 am. We went down to the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Beautiful hotel and great service. We will be back for sure !
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
It’s an older property but well maintained. I wish it still had the sky bridge connecting to the airport. I would have planned my timing better if I knew I had to wait for a shuttle.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
I enjoyed this facility but the toilet was way too low.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
It's the staff that makes this hotel our favorite in Pitt. Friendly and always interested in making your stay comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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.
Bloomfield
If you're spending time in Bloomfield, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Pittsburgh Glass Center or Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum.
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 PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park.
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.
