PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, PA
1001 Fifth Avenue 15219
VENUE GUIDE
PPG Paints Arena
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near PPG Paints Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to PPG Paints Arena and the surrounding Pittsburgh area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Cambria Hotel Pittsburgh - Downtown
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,619 reviews)
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (2,462 reviews)
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (2,951 reviews)
Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (76 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About PPG Paints Arena & the Area
PPG Paints Arena is an event venue in Pittsburgh, PA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination. PPG Paints Arena is the home of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
HOME TEAM
Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins
NHL
Pittsburgh Penguins
PPG Paints Arena is the home venue for Pittsburgh Penguins.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near PPG Paints Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Yaba’s Middle Eastern Street Food
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (487 reviews)
China Wok
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (273 reviews)
Moonlit Burgers Uptown
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (513 reviews)
Pizza Milano
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,233 reviews)
Pizza Bosa
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (461 reviews)
Cafe Fifth Ave
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (266 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Pregame
0.0 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (49 reviews)
Shale's Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (93 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Brother Andre's Cafe - City Center
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (213 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (133 reviews)
The Coffee Village
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (60 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (411 reviews)
Museums
The Warhol Store
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (10 reviews)
Photo Antiquities
1.1 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (96 reviews)
Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh
1.1 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (2,431 reviews)
MuseumLab
1.3 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (27 reviews)
Attractions
Epiphany Roman Catholic Church - Divine Mercy Parish
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (172 reviews)
Freedom Corner
0.2 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (77 reviews)
Mellon Green
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (157 reviews)
Allegheny County Courthouse
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (100 reviews)
Haunted Pittsburgh LLC
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (32 reviews)
Mellon Square
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (827 reviews)
Shopping
Strip District Terminal
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,068 reviews)
Wharton Square
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,987 reviews)
Station Square
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (5,073 reviews)
Craig Center
2.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to PPG Paints Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (30 reviews)
Carrick Shopping Center
3.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (708 reviews)
Squirrell Hill Plaza
3.5 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (20 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near PPG Paints Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Yaba’s Middle Eastern Street Food
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (487 reviews)
China Wok
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near PPG Paints Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (273 reviews)
Moonlit Burgers Uptown
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (513 reviews)
Pizza Milano
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at PPG Paints Arena.
Today: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,233 reviews)
Pizza Bosa
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (461 reviews)
Cafe Fifth Ave
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (266 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Pregame
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (49 reviews)
Shale's Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (93 reviews)
Getting to PPG Paints Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Pittsburgh Regional Transit serves the Pittsburgh metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near PPG Paints Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
PPG Paints Arena can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at PPG Paints Arena have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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