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Schenley Park
Set between the Oakland and Greenfield neighborhoods of Pittsburgh, the 456 acres (184 hectares) of Schenley Park provide an ideal place to escape into the great outdoors. The second largest park in Pittsburgh, Schenley has been a favorite with locals for over a century.
Enter through the grand Schenley Plaza and choose from a range of options for fun and exercise. Walkers and joggers will love the chance to explore the many miles of trails that run through the forests and around the hills of the park. One trail takes you around a large lake in an area known as Panther Hollow.
Sports lovers will want to head to The Oval, where the majority of the park’s public facilities are located. Enjoy a game of tennis on one of the 13 courts or practice your swing at Schenley Park Golf Course. During the summer months, cool off in the park’s swimming pool. In winter, glide to your heart’s content on the ice rink. There’s also an 18-hole disc golf course.
Bring a picnic and sit beneath a tree. Or, stop in for a coffee and snack at the Schenley Park Café. This building dates back to 1904, and has been restored to resemble the original structure. The nearby visitor center has maps of the parks walking trails and guides to the facilities.
Schenley Park hosts regular events throughout the year. One of the most popular is the Vintage Grand Prix in July, which attracts more than 200,000 people. Another local favorite is the free outdoor movie series held on summer evenings.
Schenley Park is open daily. It’s free to enter, although attractions such as the ice rink and golf course charge a small fee. Free parking is available on Schenley Drive on evenings and all day Sundays.
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Best Lodging Options Near Schenley Park
Per night/room
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
3454 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Central Oakland, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and Petersen Events Center. Carnegie Mellon University and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Per night/room
Aug 28 - Aug 29
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
5130 Bigelow Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Oakland, this luxury hotel is steps from Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum and University of Pittsburgh. University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are also within 10 minutes.
Per night/room
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside
5335 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Bloomfield, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of UPMC Shadyside and University of Pittsburgh. Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center
100 Lytton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Oakland, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Petersen Events Center and Phipps Conservatory are also within 15 minutes.
Per night/room
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HYATT house Pittsburgh-South Side
2795 S Water St, Pittsburgh, PALocated in South Side Flats, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pittsburgh Playhouse and University of Pittsburgh. University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Phipps Conservatory are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Per night/room
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Mansions on Fifth Hotel
5105 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Shadyside, this romantic hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Walnut Street, University of Pittsburgh, and Carnegie Mellon University. Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Phipps Conservatory are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Per night/room
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center, PA
3315 Hamlet Street, Pittsburgh, PALocated in Oakland, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pittsburgh Playhouse and University of Pittsburgh. University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Petersen Events Center are also within 15 minutes.
Per night/room
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
260 North Shore Drive, Pittsburgh, PALocated in North Shore, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Heinz Field, PNC Park, and Andy Warhol Museum. Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and Market Square are also within 15 minutes. North Side Station is only a 4-minute walk and Allegheny Station is 12 minutes.
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