For Penn Students & Staff
At Morris Arboretum & Gardens, Penn students and staff have access to a campus resource for learning, exploration, and well-being. With free admission and easy access from campus, the Morris offers a natural extension of the Penn experience.
Visit to explore the Garden at your own pace, bring a class or student group, or simply spend time outside. Whether for study, connection, or a break from campus, the Morris provides a place for Penn students and staff to engage with nature in meaningful ways.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens is your place to escape, explore, and relax...
Just 13 miles from the Penn Campus, the Morris is accessible by car, bike, and public transportation. Admission is free with your PennCard.
Student Leaders – Group Visits
Morris Arboretum & Gardens is the perfect place to bring your student group. We are happy to assist student groups with organizing transportation to experience all the beauty and tranquility the Morris has to offer.
To learn more, please contact us.
Guided Group Tours
Our guided group tours are available for Penn faculty, staff, and/or students at a discounted rate. Learn about the history of the Morris, view unique and champion trees in the collection, and visit our signature gardens. Please visit Group Tours FAQ for information on how to book a tour.
Directions from Penn
Driving
Arriving by car is the easiest way to get to the Morris. If you don’t have access to your own vehicle, rideshare services regularly bring students and visitors to the Morris.
Biking
Bicycling to the Morris can be a great way to get out in nature, explore Philadelphia and get some exercise. The 14-mile route to the Morris (see directions here) is primarily bike and pedestrian only, with limited cycling on roads with vehicles. Approximately 6 miles of the bike path is on a gravel path in the Wissahickon Park requiring bicycles with tires appropriate for gravel.