Cultural District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Benedum Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Benedum Center during your stay in Pittsburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
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
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Beers in the Burgh: Pittsburgh Brewery Walk
Private Shopping Tour from Pittsburgh to Tanger Outlet Pittsburgh
Private Tour Essential Pittsburgh Experience
Our pick of the best Cultural District Hotel Deals
The Westin Pittsburgh, a Marriott Hotel
Staff and amenities were great! We loved our room. However, it looks like there were some drinks left in the mini fridge from the patron before us. Other than this, we had a wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
Staff was extremely helpful, rooms were impeccably clean and every staff member had a greeting with a smile. This has become my go to hotel in Pittsburgh.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown
We love this hotel! It’s so nice and clean! The staff is super friendly! The rooms are nice sized and the tv is nice sized. We love stayed here several times and always have a great time.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Elevators were small and the wait time was long
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
It was great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cultural District
Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to Benedum Center or Heinz Hall might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
North Shore
Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Andy Warhol Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.
Allegheny Center
While visiting Allegheny Center, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and National Aviary.
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.
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.
