South Oakland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Jessie Lewis

Popular places to visit

Acrisure Stadium

Acrisure Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.

Acrisure Stadium
University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh

Explore the campus of University of Pittsburgh, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

University of Pittsburgh
PPG Paints Arena

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.

PPG Paints Arena
PNC Park which includes a city

PNC Park

Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.

PNC Park
Carnegie Mellon University

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.

Carnegie Mellon University
Rivers Casino

Rivers Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Rivers Casino during your visit to Pittsburgh? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Rivers Casino

Activities

Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium

AU$697
Per adult
Pittsburgh Steelers Football Game at Acrisure Stadium
Admire astonishing Tokyo views in your private tour

Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo

AU$188
Per adult
Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo
Love in the City: Pittsburgh’s Enchanting Romantic Walk

Love in the City: Pittsburgh’s Enchanting Romantic Walk

AU$33
Per adult
Love in the City: Pittsburgh’s Enchanting Romantic Walk
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl

AU$20
Per adult
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh Penguins Ice Hockey Game at PPG Paints Arena

Pittsburgh Penguins Ice Hockey Game at PPG Paints Arena

AU$83
Per adult
Pittsburgh Penguins Ice Hockey Game at PPG Paints Arena
This tour is the best tour for sports fans! Big fun guaranteed!

New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour

AU$50
Per adult
New! Black & Gold Sports History Tour
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Our pick of the best South Oakland Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
2.5 out of 5
3315 Hamlet Street, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is AU$178 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Room cleanliness and bathrooms
"Ok rooms need to be cleaner under desks etc"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
329 Technology Drive, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is AU$189 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"This is a good hotel if you are coming to ride the GAP. They allow for parking. Of course you will pay for it. Otherwise this is not a walkable hotel to the universities. The bar and food downstairs is good. They do host DJ nights which can be loud. When I’ve been there also understaffed by they ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland, an IHG Hotel
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is AU$252 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$252
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,794 reviews)
"Staff friendly, good price, nice hotel, central location"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Omni William Penn Hotel
Omni William Penn Hotel
4 out of 5
530 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is AU$294 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$294
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,298 reviews)
"The hotel decor is stunning!"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Omni William Penn Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown
3 out of 5
1410 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is AU$189 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
"Walk ability was great, in house restaurant would have been mice"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
2.5 out of 5
8507 University Blvd, Coraopolis, PA
The price is AU$141 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Coraopolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,757 reviews)
"Property was good. Close to airport parking. Staff was good. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around South Oakland

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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.

Oakland
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Terrace Village

While Terrace Village 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 Petersen Events Center.

Terrace Village
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Crawford-Roberts

If you're spending some time in Crawford-Roberts, St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Freedom Corner Memorial are top sights worth seeing.

Crawford-Roberts
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Bluff

Visitors to Bluff like its bars and live music, and A.J. Palumbo Center is a sight worth a stop.

Bluff
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South Side Flats

South Side Flats is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Rex Theater, a top place to visit in the area.

South Side Flats
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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.

Shadyside

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