Pittsburgh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pittsburgh
Where to stay in Pittsburgh
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
"Nice hotel. Staff was very helpful! Short walk to PNC park. Great view of the rivers. Many restaurants within walking distance."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Omni William Penn Hotel
"We were expecting a pleasant stay at this hotel, but were quite disappointed. First, the wi-fi connection in our room was horrible. When it worked, it was very slow, but it continually kicked us off the Internet. We asked for help three times with no improvement. I had work that had to get done during ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh at The Pennsylvanian
"Absolutely stunning! Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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
CozySuites - William
"This was right in downtown and walkable to everyy=thing down town. The unit could have used some updating but overall it was clean and centrally located"
Reviewed on 11 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.
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.
Kennywood
Bring the family to Kennywood and enjoy this exciting theme park in West Mifflin. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Other places like Pittsburgh
- PNC Park
- Acrisure Stadium
- PPG Paints Arena
- Kennywood
- David L Lawrence Convention Center
- Market Square
- The Mall at Robinson
- Station Square
- Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
- Petersen Events Center
- Duquesne University
- Point State Park
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
- Duquesne Incline
- UPMC Passavant Hospital
- Southpointe Town Center
- Monroeville Convention Center
- National Aviary
- Tanger Outlet Center
- Andy Warhol Museum
- Bakery Square
- Carnegie Science Center
