National Aviary

America’s only independent indoor nonprofit zoo dedicated exclusively to birds, holding more than 600 birds. Our large walk-through exhibits allow our visitors to get nose-to-beak, including interactive feedings & meet many species rarely found in zoos anywhere else in the world.

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    (412) 323-7235

  • Website

    aviary.org

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Address

700 Arch St Pittsburgh , PA 15212 United States

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G M

This is my favorite place to visit in Pittsburgh! I highly recommend the encounters/trainer for the day. They are worth every penny. You get up close to the birds and the staff is fantastic!!

Connor

Excellent place. So many amazing endangered birds . Get up close with a sloth or a bunch of penguins . A really fun place to go with your significant other if they like birds.

Jim Fisher

This is a great aviary. Multiple open air rooms allow you to get great looks at the birds. The Bald and Sea Eagles are a must see, who knew birds could be that big? The penguins are fun, too.

Kristin Weis

Looked up this place on Google and almost didn't visit because of negative reviews. I'm glad we did though! This place is great. There are a ton of birds to see and interesting demonstrations.

Danielle Rhinelander

Best picture is probaly either the bald eagle or the Baringer Sea Eagle . The Sea Eagle is overwhelming in size when you see it up close. Awesome place. I love it!

K12 Inc

Did you know? The aviary has more than 600 birds from around the world, many endangered or threatened in the wild. It was one of the first zoo’s to feature its collection in free-flight rooms. Read more

B Mack

I've lived here for 29 years and have never been to the Aviary. Just went this week and it was awesome. Beautiful birds and beautiful displays here.

Painting with a Twist

Penguin Point is the coolest interactive exhibits anywhere. Pop up next to a penguin and check him out up-close. Or stick around and watch a feeding. These guys are worth watching.

Chris Smith

The owl event was really cool, as was the experience of waking right up to a variety of tropical birds... Be sure to listen to the kookaburra, it had me cracking up.

Mauricio Perez

Live feeding was pretty cool, just make sure someone has a camera to catch a picture of it if you get picked to help

Lauren Phillips

Had a great time during my visit. A lot of exotic and endangered birds that you can get up close and personal with.

Christopher Roesch

If you have a membership at your local zoo , check and see if they have a reciprocity agreement with the National Aviary and you may be able to get discounted admission!

Danielle Rhinelander

Love the Aviary! Such a magical place with such a beautiful variety of birds. Love the birds of prey show!

Chas Steinmetz

Wasn't sure what to expect, but this place was a pleasantly surprising hit with my girlfriend and I. Worth checking out for sure!

Jay Walker

I'm actually really impressed by the chicken tenders and fries . They're actually surprisingly good. Tenders were juicy and fries were definitely better than average.

Marissa Hite

Maybe it's because I'm older, but I really only enjoyed watching the penguins and the sloth feeding. The rest of the Aviary itself was pretty boring. Perhaps it's better for little kids.

sasha brown

The kids love the live feedings . Located right across from the historic Mexican war streets.

Julia Marasco

On Pittsburgh's North Side, the aviary was built on the site of an old Civil War prison . It is said that the ghosts of the former Confederate prisoners roam through its halls.

Alin Navarrete Princesa Tejana

You can stay near to the birds. There are amazing species I've ever seen before.

Alexa (@ladylexy) Andrzejewski

Pittsburgh is the home of the NATIONAL aviary where you can see amazing birds from around the world.

Amber Harvey

This place is fun for adults as well as children! Make sure to watch the wings show and catch a live feeding !

Rachel Haring

Did you know that the aviary is home to more more than 600 birds from around the world, many endangered or threatened in the wild?

Lauren Bacon

Best museum in the city - aviary - bird feeding - family friendly - tourist spot - paid parking

Lindsay McGowan

The Flamingo encounter is well worth the extra cost!

Colin Williams

Great for kids

Ethan

Gotta go for the penguin feeding!

Brendon Louis

Great place to come and bring the kids.

Robert Rudolph

Everything!

Brian Searl

Make sure you see the new show called "Wings" and watch at least one of the live animal feedings.

Kristen Jeffery

Our favorite spot in Pittsburgh!

Liz Pillar

In the tropical room, there are blue pigeons the size of a small dog. Try to get close to them, they are really entertaining.

MiSSJeaNiuS Perez

No college student discount ...only for ACC college students .

Ashley Zeldin

It's for the birds!

Nikki Blake

Very cool place. Great for kids!

Ben DuPont

Great place for kids!

Rebecca G

If you get pooped on, tell a trainer . They'll give you a special button.

Judy Rankin

What a disappointment from what this place was back in 2004. There is much less to see.

Jonathan Potts

Very disappointed they starting charging for the Wings show . Greatly diminishes the value of a membership.

Kristin Tangel

Some birds might fly right by your head!

Porter Bishop

Best wings since buffalo.

Mike Marcus

Feed the birds at the National Aviary

Doug Ray

This place is for the birds... or so they say.

Brkgny

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Mary Morgan

????Great Fun Educational Place????????????????????????

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