Location and travel advice

THE is committed to ensuring that all delegates experience a safe, inclusive and enjoyable visit to our events. To help prepare for your visit to our upcoming event, we encourage you to review the travel advice and information below.

Prior to travel, we recommend that delegates refer to the travel advice and instructions provided by their home country's embassy.

Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
112 Washington Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
US

Some delegates may require a visa to enter the country. Please note that it can take several weeks to process a visa application so early application is recommended.

 Check if you require a visa

We can provide visa invitation letters for ticket holders when requested. Please email a photo/scan of your passport to events@timeshighereducation.com once you have booked your ticket.

We cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for the ticket fee will apply.

We recommend having travel insurance for the duration of your trip. Please contact your travel agent for further details.

Arriving by plane at Pittsburgh International Airport

Public transport

The 28X Airport Flyer route serves Pittsburgh International Airport, Robinson Town Center, Downtown Pittsburgh and Oakland. Find out more and purchase mobile tickets.

Ride-hailing apps

Uber and Lyft are available from the airport, hail a ride via the app and meet your driver outside Baggage Claim Door #4 at the Commercial Arrivals Curb.

Taxi

Head to the lower level of the Landside Terminal, exit through the "commercial" doors and head toward the taxi stand area on the curb where cabs will be waiting.

Arriving by train

Amtrak operates trains to Pittsburgh Union Station, just a 13-min walk from Pittsburgh Marriot City Center. Find map directions here.

Visit the Amtrak website for schedules and tickets.

Arriving by car

On-site parking is available at the hotel at a cost of $30/day.

By public transport

The Pittsburgh Light Rail network serves 27 stations across Pittsburgh from South Hills to the North Side. The closest station to the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center is Steel Plaza Station and is served by all lines of the light rail network. From the station, the hotel is a 5-minute walk away. For directions from Steel Plaza Station to the hotel please click here.

To find out more about how to use the Pittsburgh Light Rail system click here.

Delegates are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of accommodation for the duration of their stay.

Below you will find our recommended hotels and a map through which you can easily browse for additional hotels and private accommodations. Hover over an accommodation to view travel times and distances to the venue.

Cambria Hotel Pittsburg – Downtown

1320 Centre Avenue, Pittsburg, PA, 15219

To book, click on the relevant black pin on the map below.

Joinery Hotel Pittsburg, Curio Collection by Hilton

453 Boulevard Of The Allies Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

To book, click on the relevant black pin on the map below.

To protect your personal safety we recommend:

• avoiding having valuables on show
• taking safe and reliable transport
• travelling with colleagues or other delegates, especially at night
• being alert in crowded and tourist areas, airports, restaurants, pubs and bars and on public transport
• keeping your card in sight and concealing your PIN when using ATMs and paying by card

The main emergency service number in the US is 911. Call this number if you need urgent help from police, fire or ambulance services.

What is the main language?
English is the most widely spoken language in the US.

Which currency can I use?
The currency in the US is the US dollar (USD), with each dollar subdivided into 100 cents. Notes come in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100, and coins in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25 and 50 cents, and 1 dollar. While most shops and restaurants accept credit cards, it is still a good idea to have some cash on you (especially small change). ATMs are easily accessible in most shopping malls, petrol stations and supermarkets.

Which plug socket is used?
The US uses type A and B plug sockets. The standard voltage is 120 V at a frequency of 60 Hz. We would recommend bringing a universal adapter.

Will wi-fi be available?
Free wi-fi is available thoughout the venue. Connection details will be displayed at the check-in desk.

Are there data roaming charges?
You will need to check the exact charges with your network provider but most international delegates will incur high data roaming charges. We recommend buying an eSIM via Airalo which gives you 1GB of data for 7 days for US$4.50. Use our referral code TIMESH7718 for US$3 off. We recommend checking that your phone supports eSIMs before making your purchase.