📜 State arboretum of Pennsylvania, part of the University of Pennsylvania. 🔍 Open to the public since 1931, created by John and Lydia Morris. # Why Go 🌳 Explore 92 acres of beautiful, diverse gardens with 17 state champion trees and themed gardens. 🌿 Discover the unique Victorian fernery with hundreds of ferns, the only surviving free-standing one in North America. 🦢 Enjoy serene swan ponds, koi pools, and waterfalls. ⬆️ Experience a bird's eye view from the Tree Adventure canopy walk. 🚶‍♀️ Engage in various educational courses and mindful walks. # Why Avoid 🚧 Some areas (Hill & Cloud Garden, Seven Arches) have limited access due to construction. 🚂 Garden Railway and fountains are seasonally closed (Railway reopens May 2026). # Tips 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children under 14 must be accompanied. # Cost 💰 Adults $14, Seniors $13, Youth $8, Children (under 2) Free. Online purchase saves $2. # Hours 🕒 Daily, 10 am - 4 pm (Nov-Mar); 10 am - 5 pm weekdays, 9 am - 5 pm weekends (Apr-Oct). Last entry 3 pm. # 🅿️ Parking Ample free parking, accessible spots available. # 🚫 Holiday Closings Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day.