Appalachian Plateau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Appalachian Plateau
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.
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.
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Omni William Penn Hotel
"I had a room with a shared door to another room. You could hear everything from the other room. It also took a bit for warm water in the morning and no coffee in the room. Which was a bummer but a great coffee shop in the lobby but pricey."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Natural Bridge State Resort Park
"Hot. The room was humid and hot and ice machine wasn't on."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh at The Pennsylvanian
"Great hotel everything was Excellent, checking in was easy employees was friendly for my first time there i will most definitely be coming back.... also it was very reasonable in price, close to everything in the downtown area and walking distance as well, parking was reasonable in all this will ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Stay Pittsburgh
"The accomodations were perfect for what I needed! Getting a bed with a kitchenette too for the price is a steal. One note: the amount of messages from the property managers was kind of intense. I had multiple threads with multiple staff members on email, text, and Expedia, all sharing the same information. ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Red River Gorge
Explore the great outdoors at Red River Gorge, a popular spot to commune with nature in Wellington. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
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.
- Hocking Hills State Park
- PNC Park
- Acrisure Stadium
- Red River Gorge
- PPG Paints Arena
- Kennywood
- David L Lawrence Convention Center
- Market Square
- The Mall at Robinson
- Station Square
- Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
- Dale Hollow Reservoir
- Ohio University
- Red River Gorge Geological Area
- Oglebay Park
- Natural Bridge State Park
- Old Man's Cave
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
- Cook Forest State Park
- West Virginia State Capitol Building
- Cumberland Falls
- Mardi Gras Casino
- The Pavilion at Star Lake
- Lake Cumberland State Resort Park
