Oakland Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Visit Oakland
Things to do
Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game at PNC Park
Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Black & Gold Pittsburgh History Tour for Sports Fans
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Top hotels in Oakland
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
"The room was not clean after the first night, and I had to contact the front desk to request housekeeping service. There was also a noticeable mildew smell in the room. While the extreme 100-degree weather may have contributed to this, it still should not have been an issue. The staff was very helpful ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
"Excellent stay"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
"AMAZING and central - even a free local shuttle"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
"Little bit pricey but worth for the money . Location is near to down town . So many good restaurants near by ."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
"The bathroom has a nice large shower. The bed was comfortable. However, because you are in a casino hotel, the common areas reek of smoke (even though smoking isn’t allowed outside of the casino). The trash can by the elevator on our floor smelled bad like there was food in there, but it was not ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
"Great property!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Oakland
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
