PHIPPS CONSERVATORY AND BOTANICAL GARDENS
One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Directions
Since 1893
Here’s The Deal:
"Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens was established in 1893 and is a non-profit organization visitor revenue is essential for their gardens and programs to operate and maintain. Phipps has been offering its guests a world-class garden experience. Visit to explore spectacular seasonal flower displays and special exhibitions, a collection of nationally known orchids, butterflies, and enjoyable family activities. Phipps has grown into one of the most vibrant and growing cultural attractions in the city, bringing fresh viewpoints and artists to their historic glasshouse atmosphere. Phipps also has been a strong advocate for innovative green building methods, organic planting, and a new understanding of the environment. It provides a variety of services for formal and informal education classes, multidisciplinary lessons for students. It affords free-with-entrance events for all ages, an award-winning on-site café, and some of the world's greenest buildings."
SPECIALTY:
Field Trips and School, Winter and Spring Camps, Plant Collections, Exhibit Staging Center, Landscape and Garden Design, Glasshouse Happenings, the Shop at Phipps, Science Education, Guided and Group Tours, Railroad, Cafe Phipps Pop-Up Prix Fixe, Green Power Drive, Orchid and Tropical Bonsai, Butterfly Forest, Art & Discovery Programs
Discount: 10% Off is available for groups of 15 or more with advance reservation View Coupon
Price: Admission:
Adult - $17.95
Seniors and Students - $16.95
Childrens 2-18 - $11.95
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PITTSBURGH ZOO & PPG AQUARIUM
7370 Baker Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Directions
Since 1898
Here’s The Deal:
"Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is a 77 hectare lush tropical land that contains over 9,000 animals spanning 900 species, including 50 species. You can enjoy a family experience that promotes awareness, reverence, and enjoyment of wildlife. Take a journey to the islands and have a look at warty pigs, Philippine crocodiles. Take a glimpse of the African Savanna in the picturesque bird's eye before returning to their aquarium and Water's Edge. It presents an enjoyable family experience that encourages wildlife awareness, respect, and appreciation. The island's 22,000-square-foot exhibit and offering an authentic island experience of cascading waterfalls, lake, and elephant. Zoo provides a range of innovative educational activities with a strong conservation focus. AAA Members can pre-order discounted tickets that are valid for one year from the purchase date."
SPECIALTY:
Community Outreach, Corporate, Wedding Receptions, Exhibits, Camp, Educational, Overnights, Camps, Birthday Party, Wildlife Academy, Tailored Events, Dining, Teen, Holiday Parties, Conservation, Gift Shop, Picnics, Meetings, Teacher and School Programs & Scientific Dive Program
Discount: Present your Shop n' Save Perks card at the gates for $1 Off total admission View Coupon
Price: Admission:
Adults - $17.95
Seniors (60+) - $16.95
Children (2-13) - $15.95
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THE ANDY WARHOL MUSEUM
117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Directions
Since 1994
Here’s The Deal:
"Andy Warhol Museum was established in 1994 and is among Pittsburgh's four Carnegie Museums. Warhol also includes work by other artists, a series of performance art, special exhibits, and movie screenings. Weekly Good Fridays programming provides a more relaxed museum experience, with a restaurant, half-price admission, and many unique programming. The museum contains Warhol's most extensive collection of paintings and archival materials and is one of the most comprehensive collections of single artists. They also know that art can bring relief in difficult times, or even provoke dialogue. They offer group admission rates and seminars and one-of-a-kind guided group tours. Gallery Talks allows tourists to explore a variety of topics like the creative activities of Warhol, and more. It affords free entry for children (0-2 & members."
SPECIALTY:
Exhibitions, Artwork, Students Program, Film and Video Library, Groups Tour, Teens, Stores, Displays, Kids and Families Programs, Community, Collections, Cafe & Educational
Price: Admission:
Adults - $20
Students - $10
Seniors (65+) - $10
Children (3–18)- $10