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.
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.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
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.
Activities
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Our pick of the best Central Oakland Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
The staff was excellent
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Great selection
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Staff was great. Check in was easy. Room was beautiful
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Excellent
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Clean room, comfy bed and bedding.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Great check-in and speedy. Valet was great and all employees that I ran into during my stay even the engineers smiled and said if I needed anything, just ask.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 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 Pittsburgh Center for the Arts or Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.
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 Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and 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 PNC Park and PPG Paints Arena.
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.
