Things to Do in North Oakland, Pittsburgh The academic and healthcare center of Pittsburgh, featuring three universities, museums, and shopping venues. The area includes historic districts like Schenley Farms and the Oakland Civic Center, with plenty of restaurants and recreational activities available.
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Cathedral of Learning ★ 4.8 · 1.5k★
This iconic 42-story building at the University of Pittsburgh was commissioned in 1921.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Heinz Memorial Chapel ★ 4.9 · 292★
Built in 1938, this nondenominational chapel hosts a range of events, with guided tours available.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 4 PM
Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Schenley Plaza ★ 4.7 · 1.7k
park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Wolfpack Trading ★ 4.7 · 261
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 12 PM – 5 PM
Sun Closed
Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History ★ 4.8 · 4.7k
Fossils of dinosaurs & sea creatures, plus minerals & an open paleontology lab, in a grand building.
Mon–Wed 10 AM – 5 PM
Thu 10 AM – 8 PM
Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum ★ 4.7 · 824
Museum showcasing artifacts from all branches of the military, with a 2,300-seat concert hall.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Irish Design Center
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 3 PM Where to eat & drink in North Oakland
Union Grill ★ 4.5 · 1.8k· $20–30
Bustling spot popular with the college crowd & known for piled-high burgers & waffle-cut fries.
Mon–Tue 12 PM – 9 PM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 9 PM
Shibam Coffee ★ 4.7 · 387· $1–10
Every day 7 AM – 11 PM
Crêpes Parisiennes ★ 4.5 · 690
French-style crêpes, waffles & panini pair with espresso & tea at this intimate daytime cafe.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 9 AM – 2:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 2:30 PM
Sun Closed
HK Dim Sum ★ 4.8 · 384· $20–30
Mon 11 AM – 10 PM
Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 11 AM – 10 PM
Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
Tamarind Flavor of India ★ 4.4 · 1.9k· $10–20
This bright, bi-level branch of a small chain serves South Indian fare in a converted vintage house.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Butterjoint ★ 4.5 · 869· $20–30
Hip spot for cocktails, beer, wine & bar bites, plus New American fare from sister bistro Legume.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun 10 AM – 3 PM
The Hungry CowGirl Cocina ★ 4.4 · 201· $10–20
Every day 7 AM – 2 AM Planning time in North Oakland?
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1 Cathedral of Learning 2 Heinz Memorial Chapel 3 Schenley Plaza 4 Wolfpack Trading 5 Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History 6 Union Grill 7 Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum 8 Irish Design Center 9 Shibam Coffee 10 Crêpes Parisiennes Other areas in Pittsburgh Ready to plan North Oakland? Turn these North Oakland picks into a day-by-day Pittsburgh plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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