Central Oakland, PA
Pittsburgh
Visit Central Oakland
Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
Find everything from palms and ferns, to orchids and desert flowers in one of America’s largest glass houses.
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.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Things to do
Pittsburgh Penguins Ice Hockey Game at PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Beers in the Burgh: Pittsburgh Brewery Walk
Central Oakland Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
The front desk staff (and valet team) are truly amazing! Just minutes before I was leaving to go to my son’s graduation my glasses broke and the front desk staff were extremely helpful to find crazy glue and basically were just the nicest group ever! The hotel is convenient to everything “Pitt” and ...
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
It was a beautiful place to stay with great view of the park and rivers. Room was nice but lacked a coffee maker and microwave which was disappointing and quite shocking, to be honest. The staff were very nice and helpful, especially the bellman and valet drivers. Being unfamiliar with the city we ...
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Beautiful
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Right next to ppg and the price to stay is almost as much as it is to park down there.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean and courteous!!! My room was small but perfect for a solo traveler. Bed was EXCELLENT!!! Very nice bathroom.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown
Good
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Central Oakland
Oakland
Academic and healthcare hub, Oakland boasts museums, shopping venues, and diverse dining options along Forbes and Fifth Avenue. Explore historic districts and easily navigate the area via the distinctive city steps and public transportation.
Shadyside
Victorian mansions and modern apartments create a diverse residential atmosphere. Explore upscale stores on Walnut Street, dine at local eateries like Pamela's Diner, and easily walk between the three business corridors. Public transportation is accessible.
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.
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 Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum.
Crawford-Roberts
When in Crawford-Roberts, you can plan a visit to PNC Park and PPG Paints Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bluff
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Bluff. You might want to make time for a stop at Ohio River Valley or A.J. Palumbo Center.
