We all need a little bit of fairy tale magic in our lives, don’t we? A place where we can go that’s so beautiful, so peaceful, and so enchanting that we feel as though we’ve stepped into another world. And, for a brief moment, we can forget our worries and focus on the beauty around us. Plan a visit to this enchanting garden in Pennsylvania that’s brimming with pure natural and man-made beauty.

Walk along winding paths as you explore Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, a spectacular display of nature that dates back to 1887.

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Of course, you can meander through the garden yourself.

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Or, join one of the guided tours that’s scheduled at 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Special guided tours, such as the Saturday Morning Live Tour, are also held throughout the year.

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Embarking on a self-guided tour? Then, start at the Widener Visitor Center, where you can learn more about the garden and its rich history.

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And, be sure to visit some of the garden’s most popular spots. Stroll 50 feet above the ground, for example, at Out on a Limb. The canopy walk among the trees offers stunning views of the scenery below.

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Stop by the man-made pond, where you can admire and greet the resident sister swans.

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Other highlights include the Rose Garden, Oak Allee, the Fernery, and Key Fountain.

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And, Morris Arboretum hosts a slew of events throughout the year, such as the Holly Highlights and Winter Greenery Tour (set for four dates in November and December 2018).

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Feel as though you’ve entered an enchanted world at Morris Arboretum, open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Admission fees apply.)

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Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania is located at 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118.

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Learn more about Morris Arboretum by clicking here for the official website. Or, go here for Facebook.

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Address: 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118