We spent a long weekend in western PA to celebrate a new job for hubby, and everyone said Phipps was a must do for Pittsburgh. We didn't have time during the day, but we did sneak here for the Party in the Tropics on a Friday night. What a neat way to visit! While it is a bit dark, it's quiet and fairly empty, so you have parts of it to yourself at moments. And having a cocktail and dancing down in the tropical area is a lot of fun. I'd love to go back during the day to better explore the gardens, but it was still a great visit.