Shadyside Travel Guide
Pittsburgh

Popular places to visit

PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.

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.

Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.

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
Explore the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Kennywood
Spend a fun-filled day making your way between over 30 rides and attractions in one of the oldest continually running amusement parks in the United States.
Things to do

Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game at PNC Park

Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Pittsburgh Pirates Home Game Ticket at PNC Park

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
Top hotels in Shadyside

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Mattress stains and no mat
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Omni William Penn Hotel
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
I absolutely enjoyed my stay. I was in town for the draft and will definitely book again. This was my first time staying at the property. My husband and i have been talking about this hotel and room since we stepped foot inside. Oh, showers are amazing. Bonus points for no shower curtain and having ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Clean, Lobby Restaurant was good, breakfast was ok
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
Great experience!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shadyside

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.

North Oakland
If you're spending some time in North Oakland, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are top sights worth seeing.

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 Pittsburgh Glass Center or Clemente Museum.

Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum while in the area.

Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Clemente Museum or Arsenal Park.

Terrace Village
While Terrace Village 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.
