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Grab your binoculars and become a world traveler without leaving Pittsburgh during the National Aviary’s NEW summer season, Global Odyssey: Avian Adventure!  
 
“Travelers” (aka YOU) will uncover the secrets behind the birds, mammals, and reptiles that thrive in habitats from the tropical forests of Australia and New Guinea to the coastal beaches of Namibia and the Florida Keys…just to name a few!
 
BRAND NEW “In-Flight Entertainment,” or rather Daily Activities, include feedings and talks that are bound to unleash everyone’s inner nomad as they highlight exciting faraway environments and the unique species that inhabit them.

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Guests of all ages can also get their Global Odyssey Passport stamped as they experience a scavenger hunt throughout the Aviary, to take with them as a souvenir from their “trip!”

Martial Eagle

Explore wondrous woodlands and the birds that inhabit them during the National Aviary’s fall theme: Forests Presented by Peoples!  
 
Unearth the magic of the forest fringe alongside a Martial Eagle that evokes the poise of a mythological Hippogriff. Travel through far-off fantasy lands of vast tree canopies and dense undergrowth during BRAND NEW Expert Talks, Feedings, and MORE Daily Activities; included with General Admission. 

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Thank You to Forests Sponsor:

Peoples Gas 2023

ROLL into this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet a Southern Three-banded Armadillo! Now is YOUR chance to get up close to one of these armored Aviary residents…AND with a visit from a special friend, it’s sure to be a ball! 

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A Southern Three-banded Armadillo perching up on his front two legs.
A Black Kite flying through the sky at the National Aviary

With a “Flight Upgrade,” get a first-class seat to the National Aviary’s summer-only outdoor show: SkyDeck! Watch our “flight crew” of Black Kites, Hooded Vultures, and a Lanner Falcon swoop and glide right over your head!  
 
Shows on SkyDeck end Labor Day Weekend!

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Visit actual world wonders, like the Aurora Borealis and waterfalls TWICE the size of Niagara Falls, and the bird species that call them home! Get your Passport to Parks stamped and head out on an AAA Travel-sponsored eco-tour of national parks found worldwide, with the National Aviary as your guide!

Passport to Parks Tickets
A guest with their arm outstretched as a small toucan lands gently on their hand to eat a blueberry!
  • Memberships

    Members visit for free and receive discounts on Animal Encounters, Live Bird Shows, Gift Shop, and more!

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  • Tickets

    Get up close and personal with magnificent birds, some of which are Extinct or Critically Endangered in the wild. Every visit to the National Aviary is unique.

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  • Hours & Admission

    SUMMER HOURS: We are open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Members visit for free!

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  • Daily Activities

    Check out a variety of Daily Activities designed for a fantastic guest experience!

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  • Dining & Gift Shop

    Enjoy browsing our gift shop, stocked with eco-friendly products, local artisan pieces, housewares, plush toys, and more (or shop online)! Grab a bite to eat from Atria’s Kookaburra Café.

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  • Directions & Parking

    The National Aviary is located on Pittsburgh’s historic Northside – close to downtown and walking distance from North Shore stadiums!

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  • Facility Map & Accessibility

    The National Aviary is ADA-accessible. Our staff is ready to help make your visit unforgettable. Read on for accessibility details at the National Aviary.

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  • Guest Policies & FAQs

    Informed visits are successful ones; get all of the details on the National Aviary's Guest Policies and FAQs.

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  • RAD

    The National Aviary is a proud asset of Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD).

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In The News

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National Aviary launching fall theme, offering whimsical encounters with feathered friends | WPXI

The National Aviary is launching its fall seasonal theme, ‘Forests Presented by Peoples,’ starting Sept. 3 and offering visitors an immersive experience with a diverse array of feathered friends.

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Extinct-in-the-wild Guam kingfisher hatches at National Aviary | KDKA News

A bird that's extinct in the wild recently hatched at the National Aviary.

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National Aviary leads nesting efforts to help critically endangered African penguins in Namibia | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

There’s more than cuteness overload when it comes to the National Aviary’s flock of African penguins. This critically endangered species, expected to be extinct in a decade, is attracting attention – and help – in its fight for survival in the wild.

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Penguins hatched at National Aviary join colony with new names | MSN

The African penguin chicks that hatched at the National Aviary have new names, and they're ready to join the colony.

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Penguins hatched at National Aviary join colony with new names | KDKA News

The aviary revealed the penguins' names on Monday, sharing photos of the adorable siblings waddling around their new home.

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