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Hotels
A discounted room rate was negotiated at a the Courtyard Marriott hotel in the central Oakland campus, located a short 15-minute walk from the Phipps Conservatory and a 5-minute walk from the University Club. The reservation block closed on 5/19/25. If you missed the reservation block and are curious if it can be reopended, let us know. Some alternative close hotel options include The Oaklander and the Hilton Garden Inn. Additional options include the TRYP Hotel in Lawrenceville, as well as downtown hotels such as the Renaissance and the Fairmont. If you would like advice on hotels or neighborhoods, please reach out to danica.sutherland@pitt.edu.
Costs
Registration for the symposium to invitees is free. Meals and refreshments are included where indicated below. Transportation and hotel costs to be covered by attendees, with the acception of a shuttle between the hotel and Phipps Conservatory.
Meals
Breakfast at the Welcome Reception, lunch, and dinner on Friday, as well as the picnic on Saturday are covered by your free registration.
Visiting Pittsburgh
We look forward to welcoming you to Pittsburgh! A vibrant and active city, Pittsburgh is a terrific place to visit for both individuals and families. Located at the head of three rivers and nestled among rolling green hills, Pittsburgh and surrounding areas provide easy access to many natural and historical wonders. Check out our amazing parks and stunning views of the city from Mount Washington. Explore eclectic neighborhoods to uncover Pittsburgh's rich history, dine in style in one of the nation's fastest growing foodie scenes, or grab a cocktail at one of Pittsburgh's many rooftop bars. Did you know, Pittsburgh has the highest number of bars per capita of any city in the US? We've also got a LOT of bridges - some estimates even say Pittsburgh has more bridges than any other city in the world - even Venice! Pittsburghers also have their own dialect (just ask a "yinzer" for directions). Watch a game of one of our nationally recognized sports teams, or delve into Pittsburgh's amazing cultural scene with art and history museums, historic downtown, and national exhibits. Your stay also coincides with a Pittsburgh Pirates game against the Rangers, with a spectacular fireworks show after the game, which can be enjoyed from the stands or even at various vantage points across the city! Whatever you choose to do when you visit, we hope you will enjoy Pittsburgh as much as we do and cannot wait to share our city with you!
Questions? Contact Lindsey Narron at narronl@upmc.edu or Danica Sutherland at danicasutherland@pitt.edu. Ask your hosts for more information on opportunities to explore this vibrant city. Interested in sports, history, architecture, museums, nature, or foodie opportunities? You name it, we have it all!
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