Central Oakland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A stone bridge arching over a forest path.
A greenhouse surrounded by trees and a bench.
A stone bridge with a large arch, a glass-domed building, and trees in the background.
A bronze statue of a dog on a stone pedestal by a bridge.

Stay near popular Central Oakland attractions

Phipps Conservatory

9.6/10 (233 reviews)
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.
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Activities

This tour is the best tour for sports fans! Big fun guaranteed!

Black & Gold Pittsburgh History Tour for Sports Fans

AU$47
per adult
Black & Gold Pittsburgh History Tour for Sports Fans
Picture 3 for Activity Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

AU$42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

AU$19
per adult
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

AU$453
per adult
Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium
Make new friends as you learn the exciting history of whiskey in Pittsburgh

Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour

AU$71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour
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Our pick of the best Central Oakland Hotel Deals

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place

3 out of 5
3454 Forbes Ave Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$201 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$201
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Valet service was superb!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$200 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$200
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,901 reviews)
"They charged me 3 nights valet service, when I parked my car there for just one night, although my stay at the hotel was for 3 nights. It took me 2 days calling again and again to get my refund. I am not sure yet when it will show up on my credit card statement."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

2 out of 5
757 Casino Dr Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$178 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$178
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,504 reviews)
"Nothing"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree

DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree

4 out of 5
500 Mansfield Avenue Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$164 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$164
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

4 out of 5
745 Grant Street Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$180 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$180
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,424 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful! Awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

3.5 out of 5
112 Washington Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$219 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$219
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,383 reviews)
"Nice room. perfect for game night"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Oakland

Find the best Central Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A yellow bridge over a river with a cityscape in the background.

Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent bridge, and a river.
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North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.

A dinosaur statue in front of a historic building with inscriptions.

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.

A building with a large sign reading 'THE TERMINAL' and storefronts for 'posman books' and 'solidcore.'
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Strip District

Strip District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Terminal or Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre.

A bridge with illuminated lights reflecting on the water, a city skyline in the background, and a smokestack emitting smoke.

North Side

While you're in North Side, take in top sights like PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Side Station or Allegheny Station.

Central Oakland Travel Guide

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