Oakland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Mellon Institute at Carnegie Mellon University with classical columns and a Gothic cathedral in the background.
A dinosaur statue in front of a historic building with inscriptions.
A park with a glass greenhouse, benches, and a tall building in the background.
A fence covered with numerous padlocks.
A city street lined with autumn trees, a speed limit sign, and a USPS mail truck.

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University of Pittsburgh

9.0/10 (2,974 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

NZ$49
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Looking up to find cool details in the Downtown Skyline

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

NZ$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Picture 2 for Activity Pittsburgh: Downtown History and Architecture Tour

Pittsburgh: Best of the Burgh History and Architecture Tour

NZ$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Best of the Burgh History and Architecture Tour
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

NZ$125
per adult
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

NZ$132
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
Make new friends as you learn the exciting history of whiskey in Pittsburgh

Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour

NZ$82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour
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Our pick of the best Oakland Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

3.5 out of 5
100 Lytton Avenue Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$309 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$309
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (935 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

3.5 out of 5
329 Technology Drive Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$249 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$249
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
5130 Bigelow Boulevard Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$517 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$517
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$246 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$246
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,786 reviews)
"Nice comfortable quiet room. Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast in the dining room. Close to PNC Park and Market Square."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

3.5 out of 5
112 Washington Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$303 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$303
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

2 out of 5
757 Casino Dr Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$267 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$267
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,328 reviews)
"I was absolutely appalled at this hotel. They price gouged like crazy .... spent over $1300 for 2 nights. I tried to change the reservation due to a major family medical issue and they wouldn't budge- even with hospital and legal documentation I provided. So... we ended up going instead of wasting ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
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Our guide on where to stay in Oakland

Find the best Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent bridge, and a river.
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North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.

A vintage Heinz food truck with large white wheels and red branding, displayed indoors with brick walls and windows in the background.

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 Ohio River Valley.

A greenhouse with geometrically shaped flower beds and statues.

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.

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North Side

While you're in North Side, take in top sights like Acrisure Stadium or PNC Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

Oakland Travel Guide

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