Pavilion in the Trees - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Pavilion in the Trees

The Pavilion in the Trees is a unique outdoor art installation located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. Created by renowned artist Martin Puryear in 1993, this latticed wood pavilion offers a serene and solitary experience inspired by the artist's longing for a secluded treehouse.

Commissioned by the Association for Public Art, the Pavilion is easily accessible from Lansdowne Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131. Its speciality is providing an observation deck for visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

Other points of interest include its suitability for families with kids, making it a perfect spot for a fun and educational outing. The Pavilion trail can be entered by climbing through the yellow deer gate across from the Please Touch Museum or past Shofuso House.

With 34 reviews on Google My Business, the Pavilion in the Trees has garnered an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. Visitors often praise the solitary and uplifting experience offered by this unique art installation.

Features and Location

• Outdoor art installation by Martin Puryear
• Located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia
• Easily accessible from Lansdowne Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131
• Specializes in providing an observation deck
• Suitable for families with kids

Information and Recommendations

• Commissioned by the Association for Public Art
• Created in 1993
• Enter the Pavilion trail via the yellow deer gate across from the Please Touch Museum or past Shofuso House
• Visit for a serene and solitary experience inspired by a secluded treehouse
• Great for a fun and educational family outing

👍 Reviews of Pavilion in the Trees

Barb H. (.

5/5

We revisited the Pavillion with our shiba as part of the Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt. You can enter the Pavillion trail by climbing through the yellow deer gate across from the Please Touch Museum. The other entry gate is past Shofuso House.This latticed wood pavillion is an outdoor art installation created by Martin Puryear in 1993.Commissioned by the Association for Public Art, it was inspired by the artist’s longing for a secluded treehouse. The Pavillion experience was solitary, serene and uplifting as promised.

Billy F.

5/5

A truly beautiful and secluded spot hovering up in the trees around the Shofuso House. It’s a great place for picnics, photo shoots, or just getting away from the crowds. We usually end our days in Fairmount here and rarely, if ever, have to share it with anyone.

H C.

5/5

Wooded area prob full of ticks from deers, so beware. I had to run my dog to and from bc the grass is so tall I was scared she’d get ticks.😅 We only stopped to take a quick pic and left, then walked around the big park by the fountain area. Follow my dog on I.G. — she’s a great Philly guide! 😂 @MeikaMaligator

Matthew B.

4/5

Worth the visit. It was a pleasent walk and visit. A little confusing to find. No markings. You have to walk through the big gate to find it. However, it was beautifully made and a nice visit.

Anwar M. H.

5/5

The Pavilion in the Trees is a unique and poetic structure located in West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. Designed by the renowned artist Martin Puryear in 1993, it is an open wooden structure that offers visitors a tranquil space to enjoy nature from an elevated perspective. The pavilion is composed of a walkway leading to a gazebo-like area covered by a domed wood lattice canopy, approximately 24 feet above the ground. It provides a bird’s-eye view of the surrounding treetops and the Lansdowne Glen Creek watershed below. The Pavilion in the Trees is not only a place of relaxation and contemplation but also a work of art that blends functionality with aesthetic beauty, embodying Puryear’s vision of infusing public amenities with a touch of poetry.

Luca F.

2/5

As of the summer of 2018 they cut down all the trees around it. Definitely not what I expected.
Now from here you see cars, buildings and parking lots. 🙁

Ryan K.

5/5

Pavilion in the trees is an amazing piece art tucked away in the middle of a forest near the Japanese gardens. Its seems very illegal when you enter, that means you're going the right way. Follow the trails and It's about a three minute walk to this wonderful piece of work.

Ali A.

5/5

Very lovely quite place its so peaceful and romantic