Oakland Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Popular places to visit
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 Museum of Natural History
From rare jaguars to geological marvels and ancient fossils, you’ll find it all at this Pittsburgh institution, one of the country’s largest natural history museums.
Carnegie Museum of Art
If you like your art with a modern twist, you’re in for a treat at this exceptional museum, which also features impressive furniture and architecture galleries.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Heinz Memorial Chapel
Hosting about 1,000 events per year, this non-sectarian chapel welcomes all and frequently hosts weddings, lectures and concerts as well as religious services.
Cathedral of Learning
Take an audio tour and admire the majestic Commons Room and Nationality Rooms in one of the world’s tallest Gothic buildings.
Things to do
Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Pittsburgh's Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Pittsburgh Ghosts Steel City Haunted Tour
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
JUST THE TOUR - Double Decker bus sightseeing tour of Pittsburgh.
Top hotels in Oakland
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Rom was good but my 2 sons and I had breakfast that had cold toast and just warm sausage and eggs. My sons that had burritos were presented ok
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Clean nicely decorated, and the shuttle service was a plus
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Clean room. Friendly staff. Great room service. Able to honor disability accommodation. Very helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
Yes. It had everything needed to prepare a meal. Stove, microwave, fridge, dishes etc.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Parking sucked super expensive
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
Shuttle was on time.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
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.
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.
Bloomfield
If you're spending time in Bloomfield, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clemente Museum or Carnegie Museum of Art.
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 Ohio River Valley or Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre.
Bluff
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Bluff. You might want to make time for a stop at Ohio River Valley or A.J. Palumbo Center.
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation or Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
