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 location of this hotel was ideal - our room was a little shabby but very clean."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
"Loved it."
Reviewed on 9 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
"Great location and excellent staff."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
"Clean room. Excellent service from staff."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
"Breakfast was great. The pool was nice but crowded."
Reviewed on 8 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.























