Can you believe that it’s finally starting to feel like spring? After such a dull, chilly, and drab winter, Philadelphians could really use a splash of spring color. You can find that those vibrant hues in a brightly painted building up in Holmesburg. Philadelphia’s Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion is one of the coolest places you’ll ever visit.

The Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion is located off of I-95, at 8046 Frankford Ave.
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You can't miss the beautiful building! It surely stands out in an otherwise plain neighborhood.
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One of the reasons so many people visit is to see the Butterfly Pavilion, where fluttering beauties dance around you.
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If you're lucky, one will land right on your jacket! Try not to scare it off.
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There are many different moth species that are beginning to emerge right now, including this beautiful Lady African Moon Moth.
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Look out for these beautiful creatures when you visit.
Look around for the feeding stations - you're sure to spot a few butterflies and moths there.
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The knowledgeable butterfly keepers here can tell you a little bit about each species.
The Insectarium offers a feeding station for people, too! Fuel up with coffee, tea, juice, and snacks at their cafe.
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The Insectarium hosts conservation events all year long, including their "Milkweed for Monarchs" month in June.
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Stop by to pick up milkweed plants to bring home. You might just attract a few butterflies to your own garden!
The Pavilion also offers yoga with the pretty butterflies every Sunday.
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Join them for just $10, from 9-10 AM.
Inside the Insectarium, you'll find a world of wonders!
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From tiny bigs to enormous tarantulas, snakes, reptilesn and more, anyone who loves creepy crawly critters will feel right at home.
Be sure to visit Trash Dragon!
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Yes, that is his real name! He was found in a dumpster before the Insectarium saved him.
There's always something going on at the Insectarium, so check out their events calendar and plan a visit as soon as possible.
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Take a look at the Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion events calendar to help plan your visit.

Butterfly Yoga, Comedy Nights, Pet-Your-Own-Tarantual – no wonder the Insectarium made the top of our list of The 9 Weirdest Places You Can Possibly Go In Philadelphia. Check out the rest of the list for more unique Philly experiences!

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