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    Tyler Arboretum

    126 Reviews
    #2 of 10 things to do in Media
    Nature & Parks
    Open Now: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    515 Painter Rd, Media, PA 19063-4424
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    “A Beautiful Place for Exploring”

    I have many happy childhood memories of visiting Tyler Arboretum, and I recently brought my husband... read more

    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    gezi3
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    Pennsylvania
    “lovely weekday visit”

    We visited Tyler Arboretum for the first time; it was on a Tuesday, mid-day. One small class-trip... read more

    Reviewed October 3, 2018
    JimM-NJ
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    Mickleton, New Jersey
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    Reviewed December 29, 2018 via mobile
    Winter Visit

    My wife and I drove past Tyler Arboretum on this mild sunny Saturday that was windy and just a day after quite a bit of rain. We decided to visit to get in a walk and look at the plants and trees. First we were...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
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    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    A Beautiful Place for Exploring

    I have many happy childhood memories of visiting Tyler Arboretum, and I recently brought my husband there for the first time. Being midday on a weekday, there were only a couple of other people there. We enjoyed an hour and a half walk all around...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank gezi3
    Reviewed October 3, 2018
    lovely weekday visit

    We visited Tyler Arboretum for the first time; it was on a Tuesday, mid-day. One small class-trip group was leaving shortly after our arrival and there were more workers than guests. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon there and plan to return, especially during the Spring....More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank JimM-NJ
    Reviewed August 23, 2018
    Good for a Leisurely Walk

    This was my first visit to the Arboretum. Since it is an arboretum, there were not many flowering plants (visited in mid-August). Nice paved walking path, good signs on trees and for directions to various parts of garden. Seems to be a good place to...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Janet A
    Reviewed August 11, 2018 via mobile
    So much to see!

    We are members at Tyler and enjoy coming here with our kids, there is always so much to do. We love hiking and Tyler offers some terrific trails, our kids especially like the Blue Trail which has multiple water crossings and a point that intersects...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
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    Reviewed August 5, 2018 via mobile
    Green and peaceful

    This is a beautifully maintained Arboretum with native and exotic plants. There are several walking trails as well as an event space.

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Min L
    Reviewed July 23, 2018
    Relax outdoors without a crowd.

    Visit this quiet Delaware County pa garden paradise. Treehouses for the kids, a meadow maze, trails through woodlands and plantings. There are trails inside and outside the fenced areas ( get a map). One trail leads down to maiden rock at the nice creek/ river...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank Donna W
    Reviewed June 20, 2018 via mobile
    Nice relaxing day in nature.

    A beautiful setting to explore nature. Picnic tables available. Seniors price $13 for admission. Wear walking shoes. Paths marked.

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank JoanDeMarco
    Reviewed April 15, 2018
    Beautiful place to spend a day outside amongst the magnolia trees.

    There are many varieties of magnolia trees, spring flowers and woodsy trails to explore at Tyler Arboretum. It is worth the entrance fee of $15 to spend a beautiful day in such beauty. There was a wedding taking place at the end of the day...More

    Date of experience: April 2018
    Thank Lisa C
    Reviewed March 26, 2018 via mobile
    Memorial

    Had a memorial party in the barn. Beautiful interior and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Parking was plentiful and the staff put up signage directing people to the barn.

    Date of experience: March 2018
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    JoanDeMarco
    June 14, 2018|
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    Response from Perry P | Reviewed this property |
    Seniors, for a $5 discount please call 610-566-9134, ext. 209
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    lyntuckman
    August 28, 2017|
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    Response from Ellen753 | Reviewed this property |
    Some of the paths are paved, some are grassy. I, too, have difficulty walking having been hit by a car a year ago and have a rod in my tibia and ligaments replaced in the other knee. I just went slowly and didn't have any... More
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    Response from MandiCG49 | Reviewed this property |
    For the most part, they are just off the pathway. There are a few that you would need to walk over grass fields to get closer to (like the giant praying mantis and daddy long legs). I hope this helps!
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    GreetingsFromPhilly
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Morris or Tyler Arboretum Better for Kids? (2 Replies)
    Can anyone recommend Morris or Tyler Arboretum as better for families with small children (ages 1 and 4)? Was planning to go to Tyler but just found we could get free tickets to Morris.
    July 18, 2016|
    Response fromChristineKathleen|
    I've never been to Tyler, so I can't give you a comparison. I have been to Morris several times with my toddler and he loves it. There is a special train section that the kids love, and a treehouse which is really cool for parents too. If you can get free tickets I wouldn't miss it if you can fit it in.
    TheTomato
    Philadelphia
    Deals for Philly (2 Replies)
    Every time I travel, I ask questions where I'm headed. For good Karma, I post here in my own hometown forum :-) That said, everyone is answering questions so well, I thought I'd just share a couple deals I came across that might interest folks headed our way since I look for them elsewhere; $10 for a Philadelphia Urban Adventure Tour:...More
    May 03, 2012|
    Response fromtylerarb|
    Tyler Arboretum is a favorite place of mine from childhood (and still). In fact, my screen name is directly a reference to the place. That said, for visitors to Philadelphia, please be aware that the arboretum is about 30-45 minutes drive from Center City (downtown) and that the admission price is $9. It is just outside of Media, PA in Middletown Township, where I grew up, and adjacent to the larger and interesting Ridley Creek State Park. So, while half off admission is nice and I...More