Oakland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 Museum of Natural History
Animal, vegetable, mineral – this museum has it all, with interactive displays to delight visitors of all ages.
Carnegie Museum of Art
Enjoy a full range of art, from antiquity to digital photographs, with a special focus on impressionist paintings and architecture.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Heinz Memorial Chapel
Hosting about 1,000 events per year, this non-sectarian chapel welcomes all and frequently hosts weddings, lectures and concerts as well as religious services.
Cathedral of Learning
Take an audio tour and admire the majestic Commons Room and Nationality Rooms in one of the world’s tallest Gothic buildings.
Activities
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh: Golden Triangle Guided Walking Tour at Sunset
Our pick of the best Oakland Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
North Oakland
If you're spending some time in North Oakland, Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Carnegie Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Crawford-Roberts
If you're spending some time in Crawford-Roberts, St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Freedom Corner Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Clemente Museum or Carnegie Museum of Art.
Strip District
Strip District 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 Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre or Pittsburgh Opera.
Bluff
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Bluff. You might want to make time for a stop at A.J. Palumbo Center or Rooney Field.