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
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Top hotels in North Shore
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
The breakfast was good, they had yogurt/parfait ingredients, eggs, sausage, cereal, variety of bread choices including donuts. I liked it. Rooms were clean and amenities are solid. Pool and gym etc.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
The hotel is very clean and close to many restaurants and bars on the North Shore. The noise from the highway ramp goes on until 2am. It’s a busy road. If you can bring a white noise machine. The parking lot is directly under the ramp outside the hotel and very tight. The front desk was very attentive ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG
The perfect trip we did not have a single complaint they went above and beyond to make our stay amazing we really enjoyed this hotel and the staff was amazing
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
The rooms are quite large, well equipped with full size refrigerator as well as a stove. Would be excellent for extended stay. Breakfast was very good, with a wide variety of well prepared choices. Great location. Very reasonable price. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Did not eat there Bar not inviting Room clean Parking situation a mess and expensive Disappointed that window had screen put over for an event and was not able to enjoy river view which I had paid more for. Not offered any discount when explained change In room coffee service was not complete with ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 12 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.
