Oakland Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Popular places to visit
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.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Carnegie Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Carnegie Museum of Art during your travels in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Cathedral of Learning
You can find out about the history of Pittsburgh with a visit to Cathedral of Learning. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Heinz Memorial Chapel
You can learn about the history of Pittsburgh when you stop by Heinz Memorial Chapel. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Oakland
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Everyone was so nice! Beds were comfortable. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Shuttle service to Pitt campus was an excellent touch. 8 minutes; Dinner and breakfast were both very good & staff was efficient and friendly
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Wonderful room, great amenities.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
The hotel is excellent. The location, breakfast, customer service, appearance, cleanliness. I prefer this hotel when I do my annual “Boy’s Trip” with my son.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Great location. Clean, friendly, quiet room. Starbucks in the lobby.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Loved the lobby and unique decor. Server at Millhouse was exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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