Central Oakland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Oakland
Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
Discover a world of plants and flowers, from delicate orchids to mighty palm trees in this varied botanical centre.
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.
Activities
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh: Sushi Making Class With Local Chef
Pittsburgh Historic Strip District Libation Tour
Our pick of the best Central Oakland Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
The hotel was ok. $35 for valet parking or take your chances with street parking. No free breakfast. The bed was comfortable.
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
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Everything was great, just surprised there was not a coffee maker in the room. Not a problem, they have a 24 hour Starbucks, just a surprise.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Staff were nice and the rooms are clean.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Clean room friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was clean and staff was pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
