Highland Park Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
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Popular places to visit
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
Get up-close and personal with nearly 500 species of animals at one of the country’s premier zoo and aquarium combinations.
Three Rivers Heritage Trail
This path winds its way through the center of Pittsburgh and ventures into the leafy suburbs filled with parks and football fields.
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
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Pittsburgh's Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Top hotels in Highland Park
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
It was fine
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Awesome historic hotel. Room had been updated and the shower was great. Always a pleasure staying at the William Penn. Staff was really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Loved it!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
It’s clean. But I don’t think it is 250 sqf for the king bed room. It’s probably only 180 sqf. It’s small. I didn’t like the high pillows. It bothered me a lot.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown
Very clean, staff were super nice.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
East Liberty
Visitors to East Liberty enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kelly Strayhorn Theater is worth a stop.
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.
Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Arsenal Park or Gallery G Glass.
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.
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.
Squirrel Hill South
If you're spending some time in Squirrel Hill South, Frick Park and Manor Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
