Oakland, PA
Pittsburgh
Popular places to visit
University of Pittsburgh
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Pittsburgh, a top college in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
From rare jaguars to geological marvels and ancient fossils, you’ll find it all at this Pittsburgh institution, one of the country’s largest natural history museums.
Carnegie Museum of Art
If you like your art with a modern twist, you’re in for a treat at this exceptional museum, which also features impressive furniture and architecture galleries.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum during your trip to Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Heinz Memorial Chapel
Hosting about 1,000 events per year, this non-sectarian chapel welcomes all and frequently hosts weddings, lectures and concerts as well as religious services.
Cathedral of Learning
Take an audio tour and admire the majestic Commons Room and Nationality Rooms in one of the world’s tallest Gothic buildings.
Oakland Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Very friendly staff. (Housekeeper, front desk woman, and bartender.) Accommodations were clean and updated. Very quiet so I slept well.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Very clean, convenient, upscale, and great restaurant. Enjoyed free drink coupons on arrival!
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
From reservation to stay everything went really well. Ideal location to highway, restaurants, etc. Room had everything we needed. Loved the kitchenette.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland by IHG
very clean and wonderful service.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
Room was very nice. The staff was extremely accommodating. Always stay here when in Pittsburgh.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Oakland
Crawford-Roberts
When in Crawford-Roberts, you can plan a visit to PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shadyside
Victorian mansions and modern apartments create a diverse residential atmosphere. Explore upscale stores on Walnut Street, dine at local eateries like Pamela's Diner, and easily walk between the three business corridors. Public transportation is accessible.
Strip District
Brimming with specialty shops, unique boutiques, and ethnic food purveyors, the Strip District offers a lively atmosphere with art studios, antique dealers, and the historic St. Stanislaus Kostka Church. Enjoy open-air markets and vibrant nightlife during summer months.
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.
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts or Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.
Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Arsenal Park or Gallery G Glass.
