North Oakland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
Things to do
Pittsburgh Bar Hunt: Party Through Pittsburgh Bar Crawl
Pittsburgh: Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in North Oakland
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Perfect location near the University. Walking distance to restaurants etc. Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
excellent
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Front desk clerk was extremely helpful, room was affordable and clean. Looking forward to our next stay in Pittsburgh there!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel
We got there very late so only option was to have dinner there but the dinner experience wasn’t par with the price and Hotel level.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful stay. Love the vibe. Great area.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Always a great place to stay!!!!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Oakland
Oakland
Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum while in the area.
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 PNC Park.
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.
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 Arsenal Park or Pittsburgh Glass Center.
Squirrel Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation or Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
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.
