Oakland, Pittsburgh

Name: Oakland
Address: Pittsburgh, United States

#366 among attractions in Pittsburgh

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Oakland is the academic and healthcare center of Pittsburgh and one of the city's major cultural centers. The neighborhood is home to three universities, museums, and hospitals, as well as an abundance of shopping, restaurants, and recreational activities. Oakland is home to the Schenley Farms National Historic District which encompasses two city designated historic districts: the mostly residential Schenley Farms Historic District and the predominantly institutional Oakland Civic Center Historic District. It is also home to the locally designated Oakland Square Historic District. The Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire has Fire Station No. 14 on McKee Place and Fire Station No. 10 on Allequippa Street in Oakland. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°27'4"N, 79°56'10"W

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East End (Shadyside)Pittsburgh United States

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Oakland – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carnegie Museum of Art, Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Albright United Methodist Church.

0.9 miSW
Multimedia exhibits of contemporary art
Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh
22 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh, the Carnegie Museum of Art stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. Established in 1895 by industrialist Andrew Carnegie, the museum is a revered institution that showcases a diverse collection of...
0.9 miS
Golf
Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park, Pittsburgh
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh's vibrant greens, the Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park offers golf enthusiasts and newcomers alike a serene urban retreat. This public golf course, named in honor of the late Pittsburgh Mayor Bob O'Connor, is a verdant oasis...
1 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
26 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh, the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh are a treasured constellation of culture and history. This prestigious group includes four distinctive museums: the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the...
0.4 miN
Church
Albright United Methodist Church, Pittsburgh
11 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, the Albright United Methodist Church stands as a historical beacon of faith and community. This architectural gem, located in the East End of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was designed in the Romanesque Revival style...
0.5 miSW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden, Pittsburgh
13 min walk • The Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania's Shadyside section is a Biblical botanical garden. Opened and free to the public since 1987 from June 1 through September 15.
0.9 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bellefield Hall, Pittsburgh
23 min walk • Bellefield Hall is a Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation Historic Landmark and is a contributing property to the Schenley Farms Historic District on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh across Bellefield Avenue from Heinz Memorial Chapel and the lawn of the...
0.8 miE
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Pittsburgh
22 min walk • The Pittsburgh Center for the Arts is a non-profit community arts campus that offers arts education programs and contemporary art exhibitions in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
0.6 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Miller ICA at Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh
17 min walk • The Miller ICA at Carnegie Mellon University is the contemporary art gallery of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
0.9 miN
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh
24 min walk • The Pittsburgh Glass Center is a gallery, glass studio, and public-access school dedicated to teaching, creating and promoting studio glass art. It is located on Penn Avenue in the Friendship neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
~820 ftN
Memorial
Roslyn Place, Pittsburgh
4 min walk • Roslyn Place is a collection of houses located at 506-523 & 525 Roslyn Place in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Built between 1914 and 1917 in the Colonial Revival and Georgian Revival architectural styles, the houses currently serve residential functions.
0.6 miW
Church
Church of the Ascension, Pittsburgh
16 min walk • Church of the Ascension located at Ellsworth Avenue and Neville Street in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was built in 1898.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oakland?

Nearby attractions include Roslyn Place, Pittsburgh (4 min walk), Roslyn Place, Pittsburgh (5 min walk), Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh (5 min walk), Shadyside Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh (6 min walk).

How to get to Oakland by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oakland:

Bus

Fifth Avenue at Aiken Avenue • Lines: 71B (6 min walk)