Western Pennsylvania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Western Pennsylvania
Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to Benedum Center or Heinz Hall 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.
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.
Mount Washington
Spend some time visiting places like Ohio River Valley while getting to know Mount Washington, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
The staff member who checked me in was so sweet and helpful!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Great location, shower, hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Slopeside Hotel by Seven Springs Resort
Great staff and the room was very nice.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Stay Pittsburgh
Great
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh at The Pennsylvanian
It was a nice concept apartment complex that gets rented out by PlaceMaker The only thing that was troublesome was that Expedia said the hotel was booked, but I got an email later than I had to take an extra step which was like a verification process. I wasn’t aware of until the day of
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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.
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.
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.
Rivers Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Rivers Casino during your visit to Pittsburgh? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
- PNC Park
- Acrisure Stadium
- PPG Paints Arena
- Splash Lagoon
- David L Lawrence Convention Center
- Kennywood
- Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
- Station Square
- Presque Isle Downs and Casino
- The Mall at Robinson
- Ohiopyle State Park
- Duquesne University
- Cook Forest State Park
- Millcreek Mall
- Hidden Valley Resort
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
- The Pavilion at Star Lake
- Petersen Events Center
- Carnegie Science Center
