Visiting Oakland
Setting out to discover Oakland leads one on a trip through one of Pittsburgh's most diverse and lively neighborhoods. Prestigious universities and museums, world class hospitals, grand architecture, quaint coffee shops, international cuisine and specialty shops all create the hustle and bustle found in Oakland. Serving over 100,000 people daily, Oakland is home to over 200 businesses and over 80 restaurant establishments all within walking distance of world class cultural amenities, Pittsburgh’s Historic Schenley Park and the campuses of the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and Carlow University.
Out of Towners: Long considered the cultural center of Pittsburgh, Oakland is home to the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History, Carnegie Public Library, Stephen Foster Memorial Museum, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall, Heinz Chapel, the Cathedral of Learning Nationality Rooms and the Schenley Park Visitors Center. Theater performances are available weekly at a variety of locations: Carnegie Music Hall, Stephen Foster Memorial Hall and the Pittsburgh Playhouse. A true Mecca for artistic talent, the Miller Gallery and the Frick Fine Arts Gallery showcase new talent emerging from the prestigious art and architecture programs of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. Please visit website of Pittsburgh Neighborhood Tours for a list of some great day-tours of our city!
Pittsburghers:
There is so much to see and to do in Oakland with each season offering a variety of unique experiences. Summertime explodes with outdoor activities such as the Oakland Farmers’ Market, from end of June thru to mid November, every Friday, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. along Sennott Street. Here you will find the best selection of Pennsylvania farm fresh produce and organic food products. To tempt your palette, Oakland is home to a variety of unique eateries and restaurants. Atwood Street is lined with Pittsburgh’s finest international restaurants; choose from Indian to Mexican cuisine. Also along Atwood Street, Dave and Andy’s Ice Cream provides home made ice cream, just follow the scent of fresh made waffle cones. Spring time in May, the St, Nicholas Greek Food Festival brings the culinary delights of Greece to Pittsburgh www.stnickspgh.org and beginning in June, Flagstaff Hill offers weekly movie nights.
Medical Visitors: As one of Pittsburgh’s most walkable communities, Oakland is perfect for shopping, recreation and relaxation. Over 100 unique shops and restaurants are all conveniently located within a 5 minute walk from Oakland’s many hospitals and doctor’s offices. If your body and soul are in need of nature’s calming force, walk to the beautiful Schenley Plaza, hike or run thru the many trails of Schenley Park or relax amidst nature’s wonders at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. If you are looking to pass some time, you can walk around Oakland’s neighborhoods to view the amazing architectures, public art and more and walk to the Carnegie Museums to view the beautiful collection of the world’s artistic masterpieces and the earth’s rich history.
This activity is being funded by the Oakland Business Improvement District, the Pittsburgh Partnership for Neighborhood Development, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Special thanks to Pennsylvania State Senator Jay Costa.