Highland Park Travel Guide
Pittsburgh
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Popular places to visit
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
Get up-close and personal with nearly 500 species of animals at one of the country’s premier zoo and aquarium combinations.
Three Rivers Heritage Trail
This path winds its way through the center of Pittsburgh and ventures into the leafy suburbs filled with parks and football fields.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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.
Acrisure Stadium
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
Carnegie Mellon University
Explore the campus of Carnegie Mellon University, a top university in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Pittsburgh, PA: Sandcastle Waterpark Entry Ticket
Private City Kickstart Tour: Tokyo
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Pittsburgh to Tanger Outlet Pittsburgh
Love in the City: Pittsburgh’s Enchanting Romantic Walk
Top hotels in Highland Park
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Omni William Penn Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
The Westin Pittsburgh, a Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
Bloomfield
If you're spending time in Bloomfield, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clemente Museum or Carnegie Museum of Art.
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.
Lawrenceville
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Lawrenceville. You might want to make time for a stop at Clemente Museum or Arsenal Park.
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Temple Sinai or Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.
North Oakland
If you're spending some time in North Oakland, Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Carnegie Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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.