Central Oakland
Pittsburgh
Visit Central Oakland
Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
No matter the season, this conservatory is abuzz with life and colour; Flora from all over the world takes root and flourishes in a variety of verdant environments.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
University of Pittsburgh
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Pittsburgh, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Carnegie Mellon University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Carnegie Mellon University, during your trip to Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Top hotels in Central Oakland
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
This was a nice stay. We were only there one night, everything met our expectations.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
A beautiful hotel with great views. The staff was attentive and everything was very clean. Great stay and convenient location.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
People were great
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
The WIFI is a problem as there are restrictions on it and I can't log into Netflix, One drive, or my security cameras
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Horrible staff. Horrible restaurant. Dirty and groce. . If you don’t want liberal aholes giving you bs don’t stay here!!!
Reviewed on Apr 15, 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.
Terrace Village
While there might not be top attractions in Terrace Village, 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 Pittsburgh Center for the Arts or Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.
Bloomfield
Uncover some of the top draws of Bloomfield like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Pittsburgh Glass Center or Clemente Museum.
Crawford-Roberts
When in Crawford-Roberts, you can plan a visit to PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
