Highland Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
Get back to nature and marvel at the range of species on display at this incredible zoo and aquarium, one of the best in the USA.
Three Rivers Heritage Trail
This path winds its way through the center of Pittsburgh and ventures into the leafy suburbs filled with parks and football fields.
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.
Activities
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh: Sushi Making Class With Local Chef
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Pittsburgh Historic Strip District Libation Tour
Our pick of the best Highland Park Hotel Deals
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
We didn't stay for breakfast. We checked out before 8 am. Rooms had black mold and were dirty. Switched rooms same problem. Talked with Frank and the front desk who said he "wasn't surprised" by the conditions of the rooms. Valet is a joke. He was sleeping and and the nerve to tell me he didn't have ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Excellent
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
A little pricey but I paid for the incredible convenience. Very clean room. Hotel staff including the bar staff was super friendly and helpful. Shuttle to airport was perfectly timed for us to get to our flight. Great experience. Will stay again if our flight leaves at 4a again.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
I enjoyed this facility but the toilet was way too low.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
It's the staff that makes this hotel our favorite in Pitt. Friendly and always interested in making your stay comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nice, clean quiet room - the first choice, on the 5th floor with an interior view of the parking garage, was not great - the front desk was super nice and moved us to a higher floor. The valet in and out all day was especially helpful as it was graduation weekend and we had a lot of errands to run. ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
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.
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.
Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Arsenal Park or Gallery G Glass.
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.
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.
Squirrel Hill South
If you're spending some time in Squirrel Hill South, Frick Park and Manor Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
