Downtown Pittsburgh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Market Square
Giant games, fun activities, restaurants and shops fill this lively pedestrian piazza at the core of the city.
Point State Park
Sunbathe in the shallows beneath the giant fountain, walk the riverside trails and explore the rich history of Pittsburgh in one of the city’s favorite parks.
Benedum Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Benedum Center during your stay in Pittsburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre
Explore 250 years of Pittsburgh’s past at the largest history museum in Pennsylvania.
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Top hotels in Downtown Pittsburgh
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room, nice pool area and hot tub and the view. The shower was hot with a good pressure. So my husband likes IPA beers. The event we attebded at the hotel did not have any so since we were staying we called to see what time the bar closed. The front desk staff said 1 am. We went down to the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
I enjoyed this facility but the toilet was way too low.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
It's the staff that makes this hotel our favorite in Pitt. Friendly and always interested in making your stay comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Housekeeping was not good. We stayed for 3 nights and the bed was not made even once. They emptied the trash and cleaned the bathroom on day 2 and then forgot to leave bath towels
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown
I really want to give this hitel 5 stars as it has so much giing for it. However, there was no refrigerator or microwave in the room. (I just assumed, wrongly, that there would be.) The only problem we had was with the heating/ac/ventilation in the room. The thermostat was controlled somewhere other ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
Love the Drury Hotel. Great in every way EXCEPT the Valet system - w hen you check in and have the Valet park your car you are sent a Message
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Pittsburgh
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.
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.
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.
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.
Allegheny Center
While visiting Allegheny Center, you might make a stop by sights like Children's Museum of Pittsburgh and National Aviary.
South Side Flats
South Side Flats is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ohio River Valley or Rex Theater.
