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Please Note: The National Aviary will be CLOSED Thursday, July 10 - Friday, July 11 for Night in the Tropics. We will reopen Saturday, July 12 at 12 pm. Our parking lot will also be closed on Wednesday, July 9 for event set up. Plan Your Next Visit

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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 which inhabit them.

General Admission Tickets

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!”

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!  
 
NEW THIS YEAR: American Kestrel She-Ra joins the “flight deck”!  

SkyDeck Tickets

Visit actual world wonders, like the Aurora Borealis and waterfalls TWICE the size of Niagara Falls, and the bird species who 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!

Spend an Evening in Paradise on the North Shore during the National Aviary’s blockbuster 21+ party: Night in the Tropics Presented by UPMC Health Plan.

Back on Friday by popular demand, guests can take in a glowing sunset while eating, drinking, and dancing their way around what feels like a colorful, lantern-lit Indo-Malayan night market!

Let the twinkling lights and scents of hibiscus transport you to the islands of Southeast Asia, with show-stopping live entertainment, a spread of delicious drinks, unlimited mouthwatering bites from more than a dozen local restaurants, and more- all included with your ticket!

Night in the Tropics Tickets

  • 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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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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National Aviary reveals names for its youngest Penguins as they join the colony | WPXI

The National Aviary’s youngest African Penguins have officially joined the colony.

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Jungle Creatures and Fantastic Features: Flamingos | Phipps Conservatory

With help from the National Aviary, we’ll look at how Phipps flamingos compare to the real-life creatures they represent!

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