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The unmistakable calls of American Flamingoes and melodic chirping of Island Canaries set the tone of the National Aviary’s seasonal theme, Rainforest Retreat!

Step into a lush, vibrant world where every bird call and rustle of tree branches tells a story. Let nature’s symphony of sounds – from the braying of African Penguins to the splashing of water as a Puna Teal goes for a swim – take center stage during NEW Daily Activities, including with General Admission.

Reserve General Admission Tickets

Let us help you plan your visit to the ONLY Aviary with a national designation! Purchase your General Admission ticket, then “add on” to customize your experience with the Ultimate Aviary Pass.

Fri., March 21 | 6 – 9 pm | 21+

Waddle in with your colony to share a 21+ after-hours experience with everyone’s favorite tuxedoed birds at the National Aviary. Delicious snacks, select drinks, and penguin experiences included!

Proceeds supports the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.

An African Penguin swimming through water in Penguin Point to help promote Pints & Penguins

  • Memberships

    Members visit for free and receive discounts on Animal Encounters, Live Bird Shows, Gift Shop, and more!

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  • Tickets

    Get up close and personal with magnificent birds, some of which are Extinct or Critically Endangered in the wild. Every visit to the National Aviary is unique.

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  • Hours & Admission

    We are open daily from 10 am to 5 pm and CLOSED on Tuesdays. Members visit for free!

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  • Daily Activities

    Check out a variety of Daily Activities designed for a fantastic guest experience!

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  • Dining & Gift Shop

    Enjoy browsing our gift shop, stocked with eco-friendly products, local artisan pieces, housewares, plush toys, and more (or shop online)! Grab a bite to eat from Atria’s Kookaburra Café.

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  • Directions & Parking

    The National Aviary is located on Pittsburgh’s historic Northside – close to downtown and walking distance from North Shore stadiums!

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  • Facility Map & Accessibility

    The National Aviary is ADA-accessible. Our staff is ready to help make your visit unforgettable. Read on for accessibility details at the National Aviary.

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  • Guest Policies & FAQs

    Informed visits are successful ones; get all of the details on the National Aviary's Guest Policies and FAQs.

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  • RAD

    The National Aviary is a proud asset of Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD).

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National Aviary kicks off winter season with new talks, experiences during ‘Rainforest Retreat’ | WPXI

The National Aviary’s winter season is bringing a “Rainforest Retreat” feature for guests to enjoy. The Rainforest Retreat experience includes daily talks and new activities. Tropical, woodland and coastal birds will be featured.

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Meet Wanda, a critically endangered Vietnam pheasant hatched at the National Aviary | CBS News

The National Aviary is introducing visitors to Wanda, a critically endangered Vietnam pheasant chick that hatched this spring.

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Guam kingfishers hatched at National Aviary among first released into wild in nearly 40 years | CBS News

Three Guam kingfishers that hatched at the National Aviary have been released on an island in the Pacific, marking the first time their species has been in the wild in nearly 40 years.

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Guam Sihek Released to the Wild | National Aviary

Nine Guam Kingfishers have been released to the wild on Palmyra Atoll, making them the first of their kind to reside in the wild since the 1980s.  

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Take an Enchanting Journey through Forests this fall at the National Aviary! | National Aviary

Explore the Aviary’s new fall seasonal theme, Forests Presented by Peoples; learn more about the creatures who inhabit these woodland areas during TWO new daily activities, and say “hello again!” to the adorable Eurasian Eagle-Owl making her Animal Ambassador debut!

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