Squirrel Hill Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
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Popular places to visit
Carnegie Mellon University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Carnegie Mellon University during your trip to Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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.
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.
David L Lawrence Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in David L Lawrence Convention Center during your trip to Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Downtown Pittsburgh Culture and History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Pittsburgh's Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
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 Squirrel Hill
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Nice room. Not the newest of furnishings, but certainly was comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. The rooms and all of the public areas were very clean and well maintained. I will say the room layout was a bit awkward. Having the hangers for clothes right above the refrigerator allowed for the clothes to constantly get in the way of closing the ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Excellent stay in downtown. Parking is very close to the building also. Near many great restaurants as well
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Etage Executive Living
The hotel is nice enough. I was charged upon checking in, even though I had paid beforehand. We were so tired we just paid and went to bed. I messaged the hotel and received a message that the charge would be refunded as the hotel did make an error. I tried to confirm this when checking out and a ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
We stayed the night to be close for the St Pattys parade and events. I spent extra money to have the little patio so we could vape (I had my medical card for medical reasons) and when arriving were told we would be charged a fee of $350 for smoking and vaping EVEN outside. Besides that, the room ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Very nice place to stay in Pittsburgh
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Squirrel Hill
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.
Squirrel Hill South
If you're spending some time in Squirrel Hill South, Frick Park and Manor Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Arsenal Park or Pittsburgh Glass Center.
Middle Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Middle Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park.
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.
