Central Oakland, PA
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Popular places to visit
Phipps Conservatory
Find everything from palms and ferns, to orchids and desert flowers in one of America’s largest glass houses.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
University of Pittsburgh
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Pittsburgh, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Carnegie Mellon University
Walk around the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
PPG Paints Arena
Catch an event at PPG Paints Arena during your trip to Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Central Oakland Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024
Other neighborhoods around Central Oakland
![Oakland showing an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/473000/473848-Oakland-Pittsburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Terrace Village
While there might not be top attractions in Terrace Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like PNC Park and PPG Paints Arena.
![This place is great! Great beer selection and pub menu. I tried the Fried Green Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Served with Tomato Soup and Homemade Garlic-Parm Fries. So delicious! You have to check out their grilled cheese menu! #delicious](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c39807358559baee6b6d0f04b71891a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Shadyside
Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Mellon Park while you're exploring the area.
![The Gates Hillman Center is a unique building that houses the computer science program and research. I love how outside the box the building is #StunningStructures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/99c6163f46c0e23335742fa8d70f6821.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Schenley Park or Temple Sinai.
![I really hadn't heard much about the city of Pittsburgh, except for Terry Bradshaw and the Steelers, and the movie The Deer Hunter. I was amazed with how clean, quaint and beautiful this town really is, now one of my favorite US cities!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/efcb01341814d52bac8f92718f9dd262.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Crawford-Roberts
While visiting Crawford-Roberts, you might make a stop by sights like St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church and Freedom Corner Memorial.
![This fabulous block is a Mecca for imagination](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ec1681193f02ec90473a3462cc48fc22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Bluff
Travelers enjoy Bluff for its bars and live music. Consider checking out A.J. Palumbo Center while you're in the area.