Hours and Admission
General Admission Pricing
Adults: $20.95
Guests ages 60+: $18.95
Children (ages 2-12): $17.95
Children under 2: Free
Members: Free
CMU Students: Free*
*Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) students get free admission with current school ID.
SEASONAL HOURS: The National Aviary is open daily from
10 am – 5 pm and CLOSED Tuesdays.
Please Note: The National Aviary will close at 4 pm on Wed., October 14 for a private event. For a complete list of hours, click here.
Join Our Flock!
Become a Member of the National Aviary and enjoy FREE admission for a year and many other benefits! Members should still reserve tickets before visiting!
Become a MemberGeneral Admission Discounts
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Adult Groups
To plan a visit with your Adult Group, email [email protected].
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AZA-reciprocal Admission
To schedule your visit using Association of Zoos and Aquariums reciprocal admission for members of other zoos, aquariums, and gardens, please contact [email protected].
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CMU Students
CMU students must show valid student ID at our Guest Services desk.
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Military
All active duty, reservists, and veterans of the United States military receive 50% off of General Admission tickets on Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day with valid military identification. Please show your ID at our Guest Services Desk to redeem your discount.
Every other day that the National Aviary is open, all active duty, reservists, and veterans of the United States military receive 10% off of General Admission tickets with valid military identification. Please show your ID at our Guest Services Desk to redeem your discount.N
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PA Access Cards
Individuals and families who have Pennsylvania Access cards may show them at the Aviary’s GuestServices Desk and receive up to four General Admission tickets for just $5 each. Please note: This discount applies to Pennsylvania Access cardholders only. o
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Previously Held Free Passes or Vouchers
To schedule your visit using using previously held free passes or vouchers, please contact [email protected].
Plan Your Visit
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Seasonal Daily Activities
The National Aviary offers a variety of Seasonal Daily Activities for an incredible guest experience; many of which are included with General Admission.
View an insightful feeding, watch birds soar overhead during an immersive bird show, or get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter!t
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Parking
Check our Directions and Parking page to help plan your trip! Parking in the National Aviary parking lot is available on a first-come, first-served basis for a flat rate of $7.
Please note: The Aviary parking lot closes nightly at 5 pm.