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.
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.
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 Settlers History: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Pittsburgh: Evening Ghost & History Downtown Walking 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
Nice location close to concerts and sports. Great parking. Very clean and reasonably priced. Breakfast had a lot of variety.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
Everything was very nice! Timeka (in the breakfast area) was very welcoming and friendly!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG
Nice hotel in the city! Clean and comfortable beds!
Reviewed on 15 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
The valet attendants were fighting so I had to go park my car at a public parking garage nearby. I walked into my room and it smelled like mildew. I told the staff and they didn’t do anything about it. Everything is old and outdated and the bed wasn’t comfortable. For $230 I expected a much better ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
This Hilton Hotel was conveniently located to the venue we were attending for a wedding. We were able to walk to the wedding and reception and walked back to the hotel after. There was a parking garage next to the hotel that we used and was reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 14 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.
