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.
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.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Activities
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Our pick of the best Central Oakland Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Stayed here for a Pitt visit. Convenient walk to the campus.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room nice view
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful stay. Love the vibe. Great area.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Loved it
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Etage Executive Living
Open floor plan and NO carpets makes for loud neighbors above, next to and below the room (for us, until 3 a.m. Sat/Sun). Also, you walk out the front into a bus stop and smoking regularly. Tight garage. Otherwise good rate and deal, and nice gym attached.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Nice clean room. Very enjoyable.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 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.
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.
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.
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 Arsenal Park or Pittsburgh Glass Center.
