Allegheny Regional Asset District

Allegheny Regional Asset District

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The National Aviary is a proud asset of Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD). The National Aviary is delighted to take part in the returning RAD PASS initiative: now available year-round*!

How It Works:

  1. Get a Library Card Apply online or at your nearest Allegheny County library with valid ID and proof of current Allegheny County address.
  2. Log into RADPass.org with your Allegheny County library card number and PIN.
  3. Browse and Book Search for available passes to the places you’ve been meaning to visit or rediscover old favorites with your crew (aka the National Aviary!).
  4. Reserve Ahead Choose your date. Passes must be reserved at least one day in advance and used on the date selected.
  5. Redeem Your Pass Follow the instructions at the bottom of your RAD Pass.
Learn More at RADPass.org

Upgrade Your National Aviary Experience!

  • Hold a cup of sweet nectar in your hands as inquisitive Rainbow Lorikeets gently land on your arm to feed.
  • Let your imagination soar on Birdly®, a full-body virtual reality experience.
  • Visit national parks around the world…without leaving Pittsburgh during our most immersive show to-date: Passport to Parks, presented by AAA Travel.

On behalf of the flock at the National Aviary, thank you for caring about our birds!

*Starting January 1st, 2025. Parking, food, and beverage are not included in this offer.

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