THINGS TO DO PITTSBURGH

EXPLORE & DISCOVER

Woven into the fabric of this historic city is an incredibly rich heritage, with a world of cultural, artistic, and educational exploration within reach.

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University of Pittsburgh

4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260

The Oaklander’s closest neighbor, the 132-acre University of Pittsburgh campus includes various historic buildings that are part of the Schenley Farms Historic District.

  • 435 ft from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 2 Minutes Walking
  • 1 Minute Biking
  • 1 Minute Driving
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Carnegie Museum of Art

4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Founded in 1895 by Pittsburgh’s Andrew Carnegie, the CMOA was the first museum in the United States with a primary focus on contemporary art.

  • 0.4 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 10 Minutes Walking
  • 3 Minutes Biking
  • 3 Minutes Driving
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Andy Warhol Museum

117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

The largest museum in North America dedicated to a single artist, the museum has an extensive permanent collection of art and archives from Pittsburgh’s own Andy Warhol.

  • 3.6 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 22 Minutes Biking
  • 15 Minutes Driving
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Cathedral of Learning

4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260

This 42-story skyscraper is the centerpiece of the University of Pittsburgh's main campus, and present on the National Register of Historic Places.

  • 0.1 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 2 Minutes Walking
  • 1 Minute Biking
  • 1 Minute Driving
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Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum

4141 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

A landmark on the National Register of Historic Places, Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall is dedicated to honoring all branches of military veterans and service personnel.

  • 0.2 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 5 Minutes Walking
  • 2 Minutes Biking
  • 1 Minute Driving
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Petersen Events Center

3719 Terrace St, Pittsburgh, PA 15261

Home of the Panthers, this 12,000 seat arena on the University of Pittsburgh campus hosts Division I basketball along with concerts, commencement, and other events.

  • 0.4 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 11 Minutes Walking
  • 5 Minutes Biking
  • 3 Minutes Driving
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Phipps Conservatory

1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

A green oasis in the Oakland neighborhood, Phipps Conservatory and its gardens have been national and local landmarks since 1893.

  • 0.7 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 14 Minutes Walking
  • 4 Minutes Biking
  • 4 Minutes Driving
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Heinz Memorial Chapel

4200 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15260

Open to the public and part of the Schenley Farms National Historic District, Heinz Memorial Chapel was a gift from the Hainz Family to the University of Pittsburgh.

  • 0.4 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 7 Minutes Walking
  • 4 Minutes Biking
  • 3 Minutes Driving
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Schenley Park

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Named one of “America’s Coolest City Parks,” Schenley Park is a historic district and park that connects the neighborhoods of Oakland, Greenfield, and Squirrel Hill.

  • 1.1 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 19 Minutes Walking
  • 7 Minutes Biking
  • 5 Minutes Driving
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Carnegie Science Center

1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Pittsburgh’s most-visited museum, Carnegie Science Center is one of four Carnegie Museums in the city, and located in the Chateau neighborhood.

  • 4.2 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 27 Minutes Biking
  • 12 Minutes Driving
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PNC Park

115 Federal St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Home to the Pittsburgh Pirates since 2001, PNC Park is a classic-style ballpark on the banks of the Allegheny River.

  • 3.8 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 25 Minutes Biking
  • 12 Minutes Driving
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Acrisure Field

100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Home to the Pittsburgh Steelers and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers, Acrisure Field is a football stadium in the North Shore neighborhood.

  • 4.6 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 30 Minutes Biking
  • 13 Minutes Driving
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Pittsburgh International Airport

1000 Airport Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15231

Pittsburgh International Airport is a quick drive from The Oaklander, offering regional, national, and international service.

  • 24 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 30 Minutes Driving
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Carnegie Mellon University

5000 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Known as a “New Ivy” for its academics and campus, Carnegie Mellon University was founded in 1900 and is now home to seven colleges and independent schools.

  • 0.5 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 11 Minutes Walking
  • 3 Minutes Biking
  • 3 Minutes Driving
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Bakery Square

6425 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 | (412) 683-3810

Located in the heart of East Liberty, Bakery Square serves as the connection between several Pittsburgh neighborhoods and strives to provide a vibrant space for Pittsburghers to make friends and connect over good food, drink, and shopping.

  • 3 Miles from The Oaklander Hotel
  • 18 Minutes Biking
  • 11 Minutes Driving
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