Visit South Oakland
Popular places to visit
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
University of Pittsburgh
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Pittsburgh, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater 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.
Carnegie Mellon University
Walk around the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, 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.
Rivers Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Rivers Casino during your travels in Pittsburgh? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo
JUST THE TOUR - Double Decker bus sightseeing tour of Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Love in the City: Pittsburgh’s Enchanting Romantic Walk
Top hotels in South Oakland
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Oakland
Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.
Crawford-Roberts
While visiting Crawford-Roberts, you might make a stop by sights like St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Freedom Corner Memorial.
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.
South Side Flats
Visitors highly recommend South Side Flats for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Rex Theater while you're in town.
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 Temple Sinai.