Open Daily 9AM-5PM – Last admission 4:30PM
Fly Over to Airlie
Enjoy a stroll around the grounds without the crowds starting to see what’s flying at Airlie! We will look for resident and migrating birds, and learn basic birding skills. No experience necessary, all are welcome. Binoculars are available on a first come, first serve basis. This program is co-hosted with our partner, Jill Peleuses from Wild Bird & Garden, and co-founder of the Cape Fear Bird Observatory. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
General Admission | $10
New Hanover Resident, with ID | $5
Military (Active & Retired), with ID | $5
Children 4-12 | $3
3 & Under | FREE
Airlie Members | FREE
Advance tickets are required and must be purchased online. Airlie Members do have to reserve in advance.
Reserve Tickets Become a MemberAll membership levels include complimentary admission. Members must reserve their complimentary ticket(s) in advance. Please SIGN IN to your online member account to redeem benefits.
Individual Members | Admission for 1 adult.
Family Members | Admission for 2 adults and accompanying children under 18.
Camellia, Magnolia & Azalea Members | Admission for 2 adults and accompanying children under 18.
Reserve Tickets
Yes. You’ll be with our environmental educators and our partner Wild Birds and Gardens.
Please bring binoculars and a bird guide if you have them. We have a limited number of binoculars available for check-out.
To see what has been spotted, check out Airlie’s HotSpot on eBird.com, a free, easy-to-use, citizen science observation database.
Birders of all levels are welcome. Recommended age is 12+. Attendees under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.