North Shore Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
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Popular places to visit
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Andy Warhol Museum
Learn all about one of Pittsburgh’s most famous and eccentric native sons in this museum dedicated to the king of pop art.
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.
University of Pittsburgh
Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums 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 Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Top hotels in North Shore
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
Their “snack” and drink selection was subpar. If you don’t want to cross the river into downtown be sure to provide many of your own snacks and drinks as there aren’t any options around the hotel, and the hotel knows that and charges premium pricing. The rooms are clean, a bit out dated but clean ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
Pool was cold. Breakfast was good, lots of choices. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG
The room was small, but clean. The bathroom had a slight sewage odor and I could not determine where it was coming from since there were no visible signs of waste. The thermostat was inoperable, but maintenance promptly came out and the problem was resolved. The check in clerk was friendly. Parking ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
Elevators in hotel were malfunctioning all weekend. Had to walk up and down 10 flights multiple times. No hot water in shower (overheard many guests saying they experienced the same).
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room. Friendly staff. Would have liked daily room cleaning instead of every 3 days.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Perfect hotel for a weekend visit to Pittsburgh.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Shore
Allegheny Center
While visiting Allegheny Center, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and National Aviary.
Cultural District
Cultural District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Benedum Center and Heinz Hall while you're in town.
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.
East Allegheny
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Allegheny and surrounding area, you can visit PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium.
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.
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.
