Public Tours
In-Person Tours
The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem
Saturday, June 14 • 11 am
Explore the many native plants and trees in the natural lands area near the Wissahickon Creek on a guided tour.
Shrubs For All Seasons
Saturday, June 28 • 11 am
NEW - This tour focuses on evergreen and deciduous shrubs for the home gardener. Shrubs provide showy foliage, vibrant blooms to attract pollinators, and structures to be used as natural screens. Come and discover new and old-time favorite shrubs.
Sculptures
Saturday, July 12 • 11 am
This tour highlights the sculptures that connect human art with the beauty of nature.
Made in the Shade
Saturday, July 26 • 11 am
Walk a shady path to view the glory of summer while keeping cool.
Water Features
Saturday, August 9 • 11 AM
Join knowledgeable guides for a walking tour highlighting natural and man-made water features throughout the Morris.
Trees Around the World
Saturday, September 13 • 11 am
NEW for 2025 - Discover a diversity of trees from around the world and the United States.
Garden Highlights
March – December
Weekdays: 10:30 am • Weekends: 1:00 pm
January – March
Weekends: 1:00 pm
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees. Every tour is different so come back as many times as you’d like.
If you are interested in organizing a private group tour, please see our Group Tours page.
Self-Guided Tours
Fernery
The Dorrance H. Hamilton Fernery is the only freestanding fernery left in North America and is home to over 200 different species of ferns and fern allies. During this tour, you will be introduced to some of the most notable ferns in the current collection.
Wetland
The Wetland and its floodplain encompass about 35 acres of the Morris. Find native plants, keep an eye out for belted kingfishers and blue herons, and learn about the history of the wetland dating back to 1717.
Witchhazels
Explore our witchhazel collection this winter! Our witchhazel collection is one of the largest in the country. Discover the many varieties of these delightful winter beauties (late January through early March) that add surprising bursts of color and fragrance to the winter landscape on your next visit.