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.
PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Pittsburgh
Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre 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
Explore the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Top hotels in Central Oakland
Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Great service, great valet service!
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Friendly staff, rooms are clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Beautiful room and hotel. Elegant surroundings. Courteous staff.
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport
Beautiful property. Staff was amazing. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
The rooms were great, but the breakfast at the hotel was very poor and expensive
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Located in the heart of downtown. Very lovely and chic inside. Staff were Amazing! Food not so good in the restaurant but nice atmosphere. Clean upgraded amenities ( love the soap and lotion, Lime coriander) I will stay here again!
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 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.
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 Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation or Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
Bloomfield
If you're spending time in Bloomfield, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Pittsburgh Glass Center or Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum.
Crawford-Roberts
While Crawford-Roberts may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park.
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.
