Fan Stay
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
Modern North Shore hotel a short walk from PNC Park, Acrisure Stadium and riverfront dining.
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PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, PA · Capacity: 18,387
About PPG Paints Arena
Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins (5-time Stanley Cup champions) in the Uptown / lower Hill District. Sidney Crosby is the NHL's longest-tenured captain (since May 2007).
- Capacity: 18,387
- Address: 1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Fan Guide · Pittsburgh Penguins
Penguins hockey uptown
PPG Paints Arena is the home of the Penguins — the Crosby-era champions — perched uptown above downtown Pittsburgh, a loud barn for one of hockey's model franchises.
It's a short walk or ride from downtown and the bars of the Strip District.
Below are the Pittsburgh stays, restaurants and bars fans use around the arena.
Fan tip: It overlooks downtown — easy to combine with the city's riverfront ballpark and stadium for a full Pittsburgh sports weekend.
Where Fans Stay, Eat & Drink near PPG Paints Arena
All Pittsburgh hotspots →Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the arena first.
Where to Stay
Fan Stay
Residence Inn Pittsburgh North Shore
An all-suite hotel a short walk from Acrisure Stadium — the suite setup suits groups and families, with no game-day driving.
Fan Stay
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
All-suite Marriott hotel directly across the street from PNC Park, with free breakfast and an indoor pool.
Fan Stay
SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh North Shore
A spacious all-suite hotel about two blocks from Acrisure Stadium — a go-to for fans who want a walkable stadium-district base.
Fan Stay
Distrikt Hotel Pittsburgh
Contemporary boutique hotel on Pittsburgh's North Shore with direct views of the city skyline and easy walking access to Acrisure Stadium, PNC Park, and Stage AE. The ideal base camp for a Pittsburgh sports weekend.
Fan Stay
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh
Stylish Kimpton boutique hotel in a restored 1903 James T. Steen building in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh. Walking distance to PPG Paints Arena and a short bridge crossing to Acrisure Stadium, it hosts a lively wine hour and is a favorite of visiting celebrities and sports media.
Bars & Pubs
Mike's Beer Bar
Craft-beer-focused bar across from PNC Park's center-field gates with a large rotating tap list.
Southern Tier Brewing Company
North Shore brewpub pouring Southern Tier beers alongside a full pub menu within walking distance of the park.
Tom's Watch Bar
Sports bar steps from PNC Park with wraparound screens and Allegheny River views.
McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon
A large saloon-style bar with an outdoor patio about a 10-minute walk from the stadium — a long-standing pre-game "set up shop" spot that opens hours before kickoff.
Tequila Cowboy
A large multi-venue North Shore bar complex a 6-minute walk from the stadium, known for rowdy crowds and a high-energy game-day scene.
Tom’s Watch Bar – Pittsburgh
A dedicated sports bar on the North Shore with 80-plus screens, a 9-minute walk from Acrisure — a primary watch-party and pre/post-game spot.
Restaurants
Fan Eats
Burgatory North Shore
Build-your-own-burger spot with hand-spun shakes a short walk from PNC Park.
Fan Eats
North Shore Tavern
Casual tavern across the street from PNC Park known for its Steak on a Stone, with early game-day hours.
Fan Eats
SoHo Pittsburgh
Longtime North Shore restaurant at Federal and General Robinson, across from PNC Park.
Fan Eats
Burgatory – North Shore
A burgers-and-milkshakes restaurant a 7-minute walk from Acrisure with ample group seating — a sit-down pre-game stop in the stadium district.
Fan Eats
Mike’s Beer Bar
A North Shore craft-beer bar and eatery with 80 rotating taps and a full menu — a walkable game-day meal paired with local beer.
Fan Eats
Apteka
A vegan Eastern European restaurant and bar in Bloomfield serving pierogi, borscht, and natural wines in a minimalist space. Steelers and Penguins fans discover Pittsburgh's Polish roots reimagined through plant-based cooking at this acclaimed spot.
Things to Do
Attraction
Acrisure Stadium
Sitting on the north shore of the Allegheny with a stunning view of the Pittsburgh skyline, Acrisure Stadium is one of the NFL's most scenic venues and home to the legendary Steeler Nation. The Terrible Towel twirling in unison by 68,000 fans during a big play is one of the great spectacles in American sports.
Attraction
Acrisure Stadium Tour (Steelers)
Home of the six-time Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers, Acrisure Stadium seats 68,400 on the North Shore with iconic views of the Pittsburgh skyline and three rivers. Tours include the Steelers Hall of Honor, the Great Hall, field access, and luxury suites. The Terrible Towel tradition and Steeler Nation make this an NFL pilgrimage site.
Things to Do
Roberto Clemente Bridge Walk
Walk the bright yellow bridge closed to traffic on Pirates game days as thousands of fans stream across the Allegheny River toward PNC Park — one of baseball's most iconic approaches.
Attraction
Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum
Inside the Senator John Heinz History Center, the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum is the definitive shrine to Pittsburgh's extraordinary championship legacy — six Super Bowl Lombardi trophies, five Stanley Cups, two World Series rings, and the personal memorabilia of legends from Roberto Clemente to Jerome Bettis. No sports-loving visitor to Pittsburgh should skip this deeply emotional celebration of what it means to be a Pittsburgh fan.
Attraction
PNC Park
Consistently rated the most beautiful ballpark in baseball, PNC Park's combination of the Roberto Clemente Bridge, the Pittsburgh skyline, and the Allegheny River beyond the outfield creates a setting that leaves first-time visitors breathless. Even on a non-game day, a walk across the bridge to the park for photos is considered essential for any Pittsburgh sports visit.
Attraction
PNC Park Baseball Experience
Widely regarded as the most beautiful ballpark in Major League Baseball, PNC Park seats 38,747 along the Allegheny River with the Roberto Clemente Bridge and Pittsburgh skyline as its backdrop. Home of the Pirates, the park features the Clemente Wall in right field and the iconic Manny Sanguillen's BBQ stand. Even non-baseball fans are awestruck by the views.
Plan Your Trip to PPG Paints Arena
PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh is tracked across 0 events and seats 18,387 fans. Here's how fans build a trip around it:
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- Post-Event Path: Continue into Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh hotspots for food, bars, and stay options.
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Frequently Asked Questions About PPG Paints Arena
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