Morris Arboretum Day Trip

Morris Arboretum may be the perfect day trip for nature lovers in Philadelphia with 13,000 labeled plants on 92 acres, tree limb walks and even a garden model train exhibit.

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Experience Nature

Spend quality time with family and friends exploring 92 lush acres in a historic landscape. Wander the paths, discover intimate garden spaces, and enjoy babbling brooks and cascading fountains.

Experience Learning
Explore the natural world with 13,000 labeled plants, trees and flowers. Hands-on classes and educational tours engage both children and adults.

Experience Beauty
Color in every season, majestic trees, magnificent horticultural displays, and a world-class rose garden make the Morris Arboretum one of Philadelphia’s premier outdoor destinations.

Experience Fun
Follow the trains over bridges and trestles at the Garden Railway display. Opening summer 2009, soar into the trees on a spectacular 40-foot high walkway on Out on a Limb – a Tree Adventure exhibit. Enjoy family events all year long!