South Oakland Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
Visit South Oakland
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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's Settlers History: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Pittsburgh: Evening Ghost & History Downtown Walking Tour
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Top hotels in South Oakland
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Hotel is clean and well appointed. Staff is wonderful and parking is plentiful (if main lot is full, they grant access in the garage next door). Easy access to highway and shuttle service to Pitt Campus is a great perk.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Room was run down/old. Shower head was coming out of the wall and couldnt get the water hot. The phone in the room was making a loud buzzing noise so I just disconnected the cord. Rest of venue and area was super.l, staff was friendly. Room was clean. Easy access.to a late.checkout that was ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Staff were nice and the rooms are clean.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Awesome stay loved out suite with the patio am view of the river!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Clean room friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Good location in historic building. Rooms were small, but passable, though very overpriced! At least they were clean - at first! Front desk staff was not very friendly or accommodating. Cleaning staff did a rather poor job. Stayed in downtown Pittsburgh many times, at half a dozen different locations, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Oakland
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.
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.
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.
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.
South Side Flats
South Side Flats 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 Rex Theater.
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.
