Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

We visited in October and was in awe from their Fall Flowers. I had no idea there were so many different kinds of mums; it was a stunning display. They also were doing an amazing job with social distancing. The one way route was nice. We went at 11am on a Saturday morning and felt as though we had the place to ourselves.

The botanical gardens are always fun, even with COVID, the conservatory has everything mapped out and hand sanitizer at every point. Right now the conservatory is decked out for the holiday season. Book your time, check in and take a leisurely walk around this wonderful conservatory

An absolute must-see when in the burgh. The customer service was stellar. There was initially a lot of covid confusion— you need to purchase tickets in advance. The staff is doing a great job considering the complications. The Christmas show is just beautiful. There are no words. You’ve just got to check it out yourself! Worth every penny.

If you love plants and tropical flowers, this is your little slice of heaven. The orchid room is my favorite with all its different species. The outdoor gardens are just as lovely with hydrangeas and wisteria. On a cold winters day you feel like you aren in the tropics.

My daughter and I visited on a Friday evening. Social distancing as well as mask wearing were were enforced. I had a wonderful beautiful relaxing time . From the flowers trees shrubs to the fish ponds, waterfalls and outdoor gardens. Wear comfort shoes. The gift shop offers plenty of wonderful souveniers.

Very nicely done. The first few exhibits were all mum (in about 3 sections or rooms of the conservatory). Definitely no pop with them or the foliage in those rooms. Once one hits the room devoted to Japanese plants, thats where the exhibits really picked up. Not the most interesting bonsai Ive seen, but the way it included a Koi pond just seems to draw one in. They also had a room with miniature scenes showing the relationships with towns/people and nature and plants. In addition, the room on Cuba was very engaging and original, as was the room with exotic plants and the way that room was laid out and infused with glass people. Overall, a good site to visit and add on ones list!

Magical! One of my favorite places. Definitely get a membership and come often :)

Beautiful and serene place. During COVID online booking is required. Some of the places are chained off - mostly places for kids to climb, probably due to difficulty of cleaning. Visitors are nice and polite, even though the whole exhibit is structure such that you follow a line with not much venturing off to the sides. It looks like they cater some events as well.

My girlfriend and I had a great time here despite having to social distance! We found it really cool how each room had different themes and plants from different regions in them. Our favorite was the Cuba room. The atmosphere was very laid back and tropical. We gave the rumba a shot which was fun - I definitely held her back to say the least. One thing you should definitely check out if you get the chance to is the rooftop/balcony thing that can be found by going out the doors at the back of the Cuba room; the view is great, and the space is very peaceful. We had a great time here, and would both definitely recommend this place if you’re passing through the Pittsburgh area!

Spectacular arrangements of flora and sculpture throughout the conservatory. Worth a stroll through the habitats staff have cultivated. When reaching the orchid room suggest special attention be paid to seeing the smallest of the flowers throughout the room.

I love this place. It really is nice. I didnt like the fact I had to wear a mask. They are useless. I think that all masks should be optional.

It has been quite some since my last visit to Phipps Conservatory but the renovations and improvements have made a remarkable difference.The various rooms abound with a wide variety of plant types from around the world, many in bloom with others being a great display of species and size.The displays consist of both annuals and perennials in many indoor as well as some outdoor settings.There are 5 different shows per year providing a variety of colors each time.

During the pandemic you have to get tickets online for a start time to limit the number of people inside. That means you can get beautiful photos of the flowers and really experience the beauty of the conservatory in a peaceful setting. Flowers are food for the soul. Especially important now. So glad they are open to the public! The grounds have a one-way only path so you get to see most everything. The space is big enough to get your moneys worth but not so large you are exhausted with the walking. The one thing I wished I had known before was that you can take drinks with you as you walk. Since it was 90° outside, the tropical houses and desert house were especially hot. I would have liked to hydrate as I walked. But the cafe was open for a cold drink afterwards. I highly recommend a visit.

Went here in January for their Christmas show! It was amazing! Indoor and outdoor was very well taken care of and tons of neat plants and other cool things to look at! It made for a truly magical night! I want to go back during all seasons to see the beautiful flower arrangements

This is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Im not just referring to the immaculate and thoughtful exhibits or the remarkable green building accomplishments, but the staff. The people of Phipps are what truly make this place beautiful: Adam, Michelle, Meghan, Jennifer, Joe, Michael, Billy, Theresa, Mary-Lou, and many others all bring incredible skill, talent and passion to their work. Not only this, but their personalities fill the atmosphere with joy, laughter, and warmth. They are what make this place magical. I absolutely cannot wait to come again and bring my family...Im even considering becoming a Yinzer - if thats allowed?

The Phipps conservatory is simply beautiful. I loved the Cuban room the most. We went through the whole place in 45 minutes because the outdoor garden was closed for a wedding. The greenhouses were very well maintained and had a best selection to view and the koi pond had giant fish. Highly recommend a stop in at Phipps !

Absolutely gorgeous. Friendly staff. Free parking close to entrance. If you are on the fence about attending, take the leap. Absolutely worth the money. The gardens are very well maintained. It is a joy and pleasure to experience something as beautiful as this. Each room has a capacity sign to make sure everyone is practicing social distancing. Mask are required (3+ years) throughout the visit.

My sisters and I had a wonderful time seeing all the beautiful flowers. We will be coming back around Christmas time in the evening.

Well done gardens and botanicals. One way signs direct you through now so you dont miss a thing

My daughter and I had a fun time at the Conservatory. They do a very nice job of creating a COVID safe environment with flows and maximum people in some rooms. My only concern is that it hardly seems fair to charge full price when there was so many private events in the facility. They should consider special event pricing.

This is such a beautiful place with all kinds of plants, from a room filled with orchids, to an elegant outdoor garden, to an indoor rainforest and every kind of native and exotic plant in between. All the plants here are well taken care of. The seasonal decorations really add to the experience, too, especially the holiday lights and decorations in December. Kids will enjoy the activities laid out throughout the building. Theres a cafe with good food and a gift shop as well. Overall its one of my favorite places to visit in Pittsburgh, and Ill definitely return!

The place is simply awesome. There are so many varieties is plants all interspersed to look like a colorful garden with leaves and flowers. There are separate sections such represent a place or theme. All the sections were great and a special mention to the kids place where they have toy trains. Great attention to detail is done. Loved it.

Fun, and really interesting and relaxing. Took my toddlers and they had a great time walking a round and seeing all the different things there. They especially loved the train table and the fish

This is an amazing place that my partner and I both love to go to anytime were in the area. Children love the whole place as well. There are many different rooms that you go through throughout the building and there are even outside gardens as well. Its a great place to get some amazing pictures or even hold a wedding. Id have to recommend this place to anyone that enjoys nature or just good views.

I have had the opportunity to go on three different exhibits here. They have all been wonderful, my favorite has been at Christmas, very bright and beautiful.Currently with the Coronavirus you must buy your tickets online and choose an entry time, you must always use your face mask, they have various hand sanitizer dispensers available throughout the route, as well as instructions on how many people can be in each room to avoid any accumulation of people.

Very lovely place! Lots of unique plant life that Ive never seen before. Very easy to walk with a layout where you always turn right to continue forward and see everything. Theres still plenty to see even if you visit in the winter. However, I would say, and the reason for 4 stars, is that its a little pricey in my opinion. At $20 a person ($17 for students), you need to really enjoy plant life to gain value from the purchase.Theres a nice little cafe at the front of the exhibit. Theres also a lot of glass art throughout the exhibit and even a Little Shop of Horrors reference.

Phipps is the best place and always relaxing and beautiful. The seasonal train displays very interesting with all the small details throughout and now with hands off triggers to get more actions. The great smell of the place is something you cant enjoy during covid precautions, but dont let this stop you from supporting them so they will still be there if things get better. The spring show is my favorite, but the Christmas winter displays are epic and not to be missed. The bonsai and orchid shows are also great. This a pittsburgh treasure that should be enjoyed by all no matter what the time of year or show at that time

I enjoyed my visit here but felt that for the price of admission there were a lot of places that were closed off and it seemed that upkeep of some of the gardens/exhibits werent as nice as it could have or should have been. I was pretty bummed that the cafe was closed as well and the gift shop prices were pretty high in my opinion compared to other places Ive been to.

Beautiful as always, and kudos for taking measures to ensure the safety of all!

Just beautiful!! Im from San Antonio TX and we have a botanical garden too but what can I say, I love nature!!

So beautiful. I definitely recommend seeing the holiday display before it is gone.

If youre ever in Pittsburgh, this is an amazing place to see. Highly recommend going in the winter season as the lights and decorations are amazing, and you still get to see the gardens.

Nice Cuba display. All the areas are well kept and the staff is friendly and helpful.

What an absolutely beautiful place! My girlfriend and I visit all the time and we are always amazed at how different it looks each time! They never keep things the same and the variety is what makes it so romantic! I keep dropping hints that if when she proposes to me, shell do it here!

Stopped at Phipps yesterday. They were getting ready for their new exhibit, beautiful colors. Fall Flower Show starts October 10th.

Currently following social distancing. Not crowded at all. Good time for a visit. Must get tickets on line.

Phipps is always an amazing experience. Plus theyre going above and beyond with the health precautions in place.

So cool, internationally known, had no idea. Ordered tickets at the front to go in online with my phone. 32$ for my daughter and myself. First day in Pennsylvania and stumbled onto this place. We bought t shirts. Its huge. When you think your done theres another giant room. So much to do..

This place was fantastic! My girlfriend took me there tonight and I had a blast. The winter scene is absolutely stunning. We had a great time and we will be back! The gift shop was awesome and they had a cafe.

It’s been lovely every visit - went in the evening for the first time this weekend, which was a different but nice experience! It would be better if there was a bit more lighting tho, as some of the plants and flowers were difficult to see. It was my husband’s first time visiting and he liked it as much as I do.

I really loved seeing all the lights at night! The foliage was spectacular and i will visit again. I hope everyone gets a chance to visit and enjoy their magic

Very clean and well thought out. Signs and floor markings helpful. Social distancing, sanitizer, and staff cleaning surfaces hourly. Flowers and displays colorful. Particularly enjoyed the cascading flowers and the hose art.. Thank you for all your hard work in making each visitor feel welcomed and safe. I cant wait for normal though. I miss the nice lady greeting everyone at the top of the stairs.

Phipps is always fun to visit. They have done an exceptional job during the pandemic by implementing a one way path and providing occupancy limits for each of the rooms. Remember to reserve your time line before you go!

Sahara at Phipps Conservatory was a outstanding wedding planner. She kept contact with me through the uncertainty of COVID, and always kept me up to date on the latest policies and procedures and how they would affect my big day. The day of she insured that my fiancé wouldn’t see me before the ceremony, kept the ceremony schedule on time, played the music I asked played in the correct order, and made sure my ceremony went flawlessly

Nice venue all year round, and during the Christmas season, they will decorate with lights and Christmas themes for many of the rooms they have, plus a large outdoor display in their garden area (pics attached). During this time, it gets very busy! Tickets are best bought ahead of time with reservation times. For a botanical garden, it is s tad bit pricey, but it is very well organized.An improvement they could work on for the Christmas season is that although most of the rooms are open, there are a few that do not have decorations (Desert Room, Orchid Room), and these are best viewed with good lighting in the day, or better lighting at night.Overall, a great place to spend an hour or two in Pittsburgh and it is open all year round.

This place is magical. It all smells amazing and theres a lot of amazing things to see. Lots of footpaths and other things to check out too.

Honestly, this type of greenery and garden should be in every state and city. Beautiful, calming, and informative. I felt like a kid again. Go to the Orchid room!

The conservatory is absolutely beautiful! So much to take in, and so wonderful! There was one employee who was extremely rude to us and tarnished the experience, but everyone else was very nice.

I took my mother here and we both loved our time there. It was nice and clean and the staff were excellent. Even during these difficult times we were still able to enjoy the entire place. We both have zero complaints. Excellent botanical gardens. Id definitely recommend going.

The Phipps is a beautiful place to see lots of beautiful plants & flowers! They have events going on throughout the year. I love strolling through all the displays & taking in the sights & scents! Theres a green cafe that sells delicious foods that are also healthy. You can also enjoy tea, coffee, wine or beer! Theres a nice gift shop which has really nice items to choose from. The staff is friendly & makes you feel welcome!

An absolute treasure in Oakland. An extremely diverse variety of flora that allows you to while away the hours. A truly beautiful and peaceful experience.

Highly recommend you to spend your day at Phipps Conservatory and Botanic Gardens. There are many type of beautiful flower and plants in the garden. And the decoration is really nice.we were really enjoyed our day in this garden. So much fresh and fun. One of my favorite place in Pittsburgh.

Social distancing is no problem, and the one-way path makes it easy to see everything. A wonderful place to connect with nature!

Amazing place. We were only in Pittsburgh for one day and we are so happy we choose to go there. Highly recommend.

Im so grateful the conservatory was open on a Sunday afternoon. My family and I were able to safely enjoy the incredible gardens both indoor and outdoor. We especially enjoyed the Cuban tropical forest section. It was nice to feel transpoted to another part of the world even for a brief moment.

Full Disclosure, I do have an annual membership to The Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and I believe it is a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of Pittsburgh life, particularly in winter.However, while they do offer an unparalleled cornucopia of exotic flora (specifically their Orchid and Miniature Tree collections), at nearly $18.00 for an adult ticket, it may be rather pricey for the typical family.In fact, because it may prove challenging to visit more than a few times a year because of its cost, so you may want to ask them about their monthly and annual events and perhaps explore their membership options.Please understand that while The Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens does try and reserve 72 parking spaces, even a membership does not guarantee that youll find easy, free or even close parking.In conclusion, with their quaint cafeteria, inspired gift shop and overall content, Id have to say... Even with the cost and lack of parking this is certainly a FIVE STAR REVIEW!

Wow! Wow! Wow! This is my third time at Phipps, and this time we bought the family membership. The grounds are spectacular and the exhibits so well-designed. We love the flow of the facility and how every time the displays change, the whole surroundings transform. The gift shop here is also full of wonderful gifts and relatively affordable. Highly recommend.

We went for the Holiday Magic event and were blown away by how amazing it was. Definitely worth a visit if you enjoy plants. They have several rooms and areas, each with a different theme. From Japanese garden to desert plants, youll see plenty to keep you occupied. Its nice they have concessions throughout for drinks or snacks. Would definitely return.

Really beautiful botanical garden. It is big and there is a lot to do. In the summer you can come for the butterfly show and enjoy the beautiful exotic plants while walking around flying butterflies! It was definitely the highlight of this trip for me. You can easily spend here entire day. Most of the gardens are located inside, but you can also find few themed gardens located outside, as well as a roof top garden. I had a lot of fun while I was there and I highly recommend this place if you are in Pittsburgh.

Whoah... this place is absolutely beautiful! So many different types of plants and styles of garden... loved the orchids, the outdoor flower gardens, and the Bonsai Japanese garden.... even better than the pictures and reviews online say... really nice spot for a date :)

Very nice and calm place right now. Only a few people allowed In at a time. Staff has it figured out very well! All doors open auto. And arrows on floor direct traffic. Everyone has to wear mask which is right way to do it. Talked to one of the young girls about the public having problem wearing masks, we were venting together about how rude a few people are about this. Staff were all very polite and fun to talk to. Very enjoyable experience !!

Phipps is absolutely stunning an beautiful place i would recommend anyone to go there single, couple and families.

I have the honor to preside over Weddings at Phipps and can tell you that the venue is Amazing to say the least and the Staff is one of the best I have ever worked with. I highly recommend Phipps Conservatory and endorse their Staff whole heartedly.

What a special place to visit ( for hours) on an afternoon in April during my first visit to Pittsburgh. If you go take your time wandering through the many rooms. There is a nice restaurant and gift shop. Well worth the trip from downtown .

Another favorite of my childhood and adult life. This treasure is an honorable destination in Pittsburgh. Their special collections are always beautiful. Lose yourself in all of the sections of Phipps Conservatory. Calming water sounds lull you to another place.

Beautiful botanical gardens! Delightful smells and scenes. Fantastic combinations of exotic plants and decoration. Hope to be able to go again. Staff was friendly and the garden was not too busy at all.

Excellent holiday display! My family and I really loved the experience! Our only disappointment came from Mother Nature as we weren’t able to see it in the snow! Other than that, I HIGHLY recommend coming here for the winter holidays!

A must see! Plants from all around the world. So beautiful. My parents were married here. They have new exhibits all the time. An awesome experience.⚘

Amazing place. Absolutely worth the money. The gardens are very well maintained.

Took the SO for her birthday she loves flowers and she loved Phipps. They had great plant and flower displays and also had a wide variety. Would go again!

Awesome botanical garden and wonderful grounds of you dont feel like staying inside!

So beautiful. So many surprises if u look closely and take your time.

The Van Gogh in Bloom was so beautiful! The visit to Cuba was great & the butterfly garden was as well. The greenest building on the planet. All the plants & flowers. Educational. Well worth the visit.

A terrific place to visit for people of all ages, the conservatory has a huge botanical collection with plants from many different regions and environments, a butterfly room, small farm, and an ultra Eco-friendly building. The one drawback is the environmental controls: this is a huge greenhouse, so it can be quite warm and humid inside during the summer. Be sure to keep hydrated during your visit!

I went to Phipps Conservatory because my horticulturalist brother was visiting from out of state. I may have gone in with low expectations but I thought this place was amazing! If you have anyone visiting you or you’re in town for a weekend, definitely go here! The building and architecture alone are beautiful, but the plant exhibits are diverse, interesting, and fun. It’s a super convenient location between Pitt and CMU, and you can also walk around the massive park when you’re done there.

A Pittsburgh gem! Beautifully done with themed rooms that change occasionally. A plant lover’s paradise, but you don’t have to be a plant lover to appreciate the beauty, variety, and creativity. Be prepared to walk a bit, although everything was wheelchair accessible.

Beautiful display of mums throughout the conservatory. Well organized for socially distanced viewing. Train display is always a hit!

A breathtakingly beautiful experience. Go in the evening on a date with your loved one...you wont regret it. So romantic! We were fortunate enough to see the Van Gogh exhibit which was gorgeous!

Its an amazing sight and breathtaking compositions for this current display. There are so many wonderful moment that capture your attention and imagination. And after all the walking, the food there is simply amazing had a Brussels sprout salad with pomegranate seeds.

Beautiful botanical displays that change with the season. Ive been in Fall and during the Christmas light show and was impressed both times. I wish I would have gotten the membership. Parking is free on the street out front if you get there early enough, otherwise there are meters. I would plan on at least 2 hours. The Cuba room is especially good

I love the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Garden! They always have different shows and exhibits every couple months. It’s definitely something to check out. I visited the Japanese inspiration and Holiday Lights events.

I interviewed your worker, Lauren Weeks, for an Ap biology assignment. She was able to thoroughly answer all of my questions while also teaching me so much about our environment. It was a fantastic experience. You can tell that employees, like Lauren, really enjoy it and have a connection with nature. 11/10 recommend!!!

Beautiful and they are obviously taking Vivid protocols seriously.

Spent a good 2-3 hours in here taking in all the beautiful nature-scapes. So many beautifully planned scenes and photo opportunities. Overall a very relaxing almost Zen like experience. The coffee shop in the main lobby was great to grab a latte before going into the exhibit.

My friend is having a wedding at Phipps. The planner seemed very helpful and knowledgeable. The space is beautiful!

Excellent botanical garden that has seasonal displays. The cafeteria has great food as well. Volunteers and staff members are always courteous and helpful. Parking can sometimes be a challenge.

Gorgeous grounds and lovely display of floral arrangements and exotic plants. We walked the entire conservatory in 2.5 hours and even though the childrens garden was under construction it was beautiful. Highly recommend trying the cafe inside!!

The greeters were very courteous. And we were not taki g the tour.

Amazing environment! Lots of different flowers and plants to see. Great place to visit with your family.My favorite part of the tour was the open butterfly gallery. It literally felt like I was inside a living painting. There were various species of Butterflies and Moths inside the room that flew around like colours twinkling in the sky. I would definitely recommend everyone to give it a try...you will definitely fall in love with the environment.*Just a side note... The turtles in the turtle lagoon are shy so they are difficult to spot. I found some frogs though .

A family-safe environment with kids activities strewn throughout the complex. The flowers are gorgeous, as expected, and they incorporate stunning sculptures amidst the fauna. There is a cafe and gift shop, as well. You can spend hours in awe of the colors, the atmosphere and the freedom indoors.

I spent about 2 hours exploring and it was beautiful. The Van Gogh exhibit was great. Worth the stop! The food looked great, but the lines were long so I wasn’t able to wait.

Love love love love this place!!!! My fiance brought me here right away upon moving to Pittsburgh from Seattle because I love plants and gardening. The succulent room was my absolute favorite, and everything was absolutely beautiful! Very hot in the dead of summer, as expected since a lot of the areas have open air.

Very pretty conservatory and botanical gardens! Many different exhibits to walk through, including a palm room and cactus room. Very kid friendly/kid interactive and you can also take coffee/water/tea/etc through the gardens! They have a cafe downstairs with drinks and light food. Their seltzer drinks are wonderful and fresh.

Beautiful place to be. Not cheap though

Expensive admission. I highly recommend you look at the prices before going. Nothing to see outside, ir at least in the cold months. Regardless still stunning for it all being inside! So much to see! The cafe is convenient as well.

Amazing first visit and kept displays open around the construction. Will definitely consider visiting again!

Always worth a visit, no matter what time of year. Very nice visit during 2020, very safe.

Great place to spend a hot day, lush and beautiful. Great for families or if you just want to get away for a while Large gift shop, and good eats in the restaurant whose food has gotten great reviews.

Lovely and interesting display of plants. This was our first visit, and as its Autumn, they are featuring the chrysanthemum in varying forms and colors. We farm, and are lifetime gardeners, but had no idea that mums can cascade in bountiful blooms or grow tall in a singular bloom. The Conservatory has several themed rooms and gardens. I was in a wheelchair pushed by my husband, and though it was a tight fit a few places, we managed to navigate all the sections. It was a truly wonderful space, and we plan to visit again in a different season.

The Christmas display is beautiful. If you are student be sure to show your ID to receive a discount. If you want to see the lights and dont want to wait in line go before the lights starts and stay inside the conservatory. Be sure to arrive early to get a good parking spot. It gets super crowded.