Stroll through the classical English landscape structures and sculpture gardens at Morris Arboretum, a 92-acre Victorian arboretum in the Northwestern corner of Philadelphia. Watch for birds as you enjoy the elegant beauty of the 19th-century grounds, complete with a formal rose garden, majestic old trees and unusual plants from North America, Asia, Africa and Europe.

Kids love the garden railway, which trundles through a miniature landscape, and delight in the hidden tunnel underneath the Mercury loggia. On some summer evenings, adults can bring a blanket and a picnic, pick a lush spot on the lawn and enjoy a soothing evening of live jazz.

Autumn Happenings

Morris Arboretum celebrates its Fall Festival on Sunday, October 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Don't miss this afternoon of autumn fun that's become an annual tradition for many families. Make your own scarecrow, paint a pumpkin, sample different varieties of apples and catch a musical performance from "Flumpa the Frog." The Arboretum is a beautiful place to enjoy the changing seasons, for adults and children alike.