What's Oakland like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Oakland, especially its restaurants. You can take time to discover this family-friendly neighbourhood's cathedrals and shops. Take a campus tour or explore the area around University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. There's plenty more to see, including Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
Where are the best places to stay in Oakland?
We have 63 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' top lodging choices in Oakland:
The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection
Suburban hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • 24-hour fitness centre • Rooftop terrace • Garden • Attentive staff
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh University-Oakland, an IHG Hotel
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Rooftop terrace • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Residence Inn Pittsburgh Oakland/University Place
- Free breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
- Free breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • Fitness centre • Garden • Central location
Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
Hotel with indoor pool and restaurant- Free Wi-Fi • 24-hour fitness centre • Bar • Pool loungers • Walkable location
How to get to Oakland
Flying to:
- Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 16 mi (25.7 km) from Oakland
Things to see and do in and around Oakland
What to see in Oakland
- University of Pittsburgh
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Petersen Events Center
- Cathedral of Learning
- Heinz Memorial Chapel
Things to do in Oakland
- Carnegie Museum of Natural History
- Carnegie Museum of Art
- Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum
- Pittsburgh Playhouse
- The Nationality Rooms
Other popular Oakland attractions
- Latin American Cultural Center
- Kuntu Repertory Theatre
- PNC Carousel