Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens. Experience industry …
Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens. Experience industry-leading sustainable architecture and green practices, stunning seasonal flower shows, exclusive commissioned exhibits, renowned orchid and bonsai collections and more. Opened in 1893, the historic landmark is just a few miles from downtown Pittsburgh in Schenley Park.
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Nov 7, 2024
The displays are usually very well done and beautiful. We were there the end of October when most flowers were past their prime and many displays had been dismantled to begin their Winter/Holiday di… Full review by Ima R
Sep 10, 2024
I love flowers. The orchids were beautiful. They were very well maintained and all were very large. I photographed almost all of them. I'm thinking of buying a few of the breeds I like for my home. Full review by Sightsee59138030685
Aug 24, 2024
I had a lovely time exploring and particularly enjoyed the orchids and Chihuly glass mixed in. I expected it to be larger based on other reviews. I took my time and was enjoying taking photographs a… Full review by arachne7
Sorry for being late. It depends who is in your party. If you are with kids, they might want to be in the Butterfly garden and play area. If with older adults, they might get tired before you …
Sorry for being late. It depends who is in your party. If you are with kids, they might want to be in the Butterfly garden and play area. If with older adults, they might get tired before you get to the rainforest. I would say anywhere between one and two hours.
Where do you park if their limited spaces are full? Is it crazy busy on Mother's Day? Is two hours enough time if limited on time?
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It will be packed. We tried to go last year on Mother’s Day and turned right around. I don’t enjoy going there when it’s that crowded. I’d get there early and here’s hoping it’s not too …
It will be packed. We tried to go last year on Mother’s Day and turned right around. I don’t enjoy going there when it’s that crowded. I’d get there early and here’s hoping it’s not too bad this year!
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