Oakland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Mellon Institute at Carnegie Mellon University with classical columns and a Gothic cathedral in the background.
A dinosaur statue in front of a historic building with inscriptions.
A park with a glass greenhouse, benches, and a tall building in the background.
A fence covered with numerous padlocks.
A city street lined with autumn trees, a speed limit sign, and a USPS mail truck.

Stay near popular Oakland attractions

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University of Pittsburgh

9.0/10 (2,974 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game at PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game at PNC Park

AU$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game at PNC Park
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

AU$42
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
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
Looking up to find cool details in the Downtown Skyline

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
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
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
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Our pick of the best Oakland Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

3.5 out of 5
100 Lytton Avenue Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$221 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$221
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (805 reviews)
"Nice service, very clean and adjacent to the Pitt campus."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
5130 Bigelow Boulevard Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$349 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$349
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (796 reviews)
"Love the new pizza restaurant!"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG

3.5 out of 5
329 Technology Drive Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$163 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$163
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"great location. walkable distance to shopping boutiques and cafes"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$219 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$219
19 July - 20 July
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,660 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 July 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$195 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$195
26 July - 27 July
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! (1,979 reviews)
"Super clean room with awesome breakfast."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center

3.5 out of 5
112 Washington Pl Pittsburgh PA
The price is AU$244 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$244
19 July - 20 July
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! (1,313 reviews)
"Great spot and clean. Definitely will be back"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

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

Find the best Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 nighttime cityscape with illuminated bridges and buildings.

Mount Washington

Spend some time visiting places like Ohio River Valley while getting to know Mount Washington, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at South Hills Junction Station or Palm Garden Station to see more of the area.

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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.

A greenhouse with geometrically shaped flower beds and statues.

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.

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