South Side Flats Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Side Flats
Popular places to visit
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.
Carnegie Mellon University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Carnegie Mellon University during your trip to 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.
David L Lawrence Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in David L Lawrence Convention Center during your trip to Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Smartphone-Guided Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh Sights & Stories
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Our pick of the best South Side Flats Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh-South Side by IHG
Amazing hotel!!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
HYATT house Pittsburgh-South Side
The staff is wonderful and the hotel is super clean and lovey. The location is the best!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Check in process and run was clean
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Everything met my expectations
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
The room’s AC didn’t work and it was miserable hot all night. No exhaust fan in the smallest bathroom we have ever seen.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
Room spotless. Bed comfy/ staff friendly. Great proximity to hotel. Woukd have been “excellent”rating but parking is terrible due to their park and ride offer.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Side Flats
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.
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.
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.
Cultural District
Cultural District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Benedum Center and Heinz Hall while you're in town.
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.
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.
