Toledo is one-of-a-kind tourist destination with diverse environments, outdoor recreational activities and beautiful attractions. Enjoy the beauty of nature at the Metroparks of Toledo and the Toledo Botanical Garden. Outdoor fun is available at Toledo Zoo and Amusement parks. Learn about the Toledo’s past at the Manor House and Toledo History Museum. Explore the art at the Toledo Museum of Art. Catch a ball game at the Fifth Third Field, home of the Mud Hens Baseball. Whether you want to know the past, experience nature, appreciate the art and culture or indulge in recreational activities, you’ll find a plethora of things to do in the Glass City!
Glimpse of animals up-close at Toledo Zoo!
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Toledo Zoo features exhibits including a Hippoquarium, African Savanna, Arctic Encounter, a Children’s Zoo and Primate Forest. It houses more than 5,000 animals of about 600 species. The zoo is teeming with zebras, hippos, gorillas, polar bears, giraffes, orangutans, elephants, and many more wild creatures. Many live concerts and seasonal events are also held at the zoo. Fun for all ages!
Address: 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609, United States
Phone: 1 419-385-4040
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00am-8:00pm; Friday & Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am-8:00pm
Appreciate the art at Toledo Museum of Art!
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Peruse the artwork, sculptures, paintings furniture, prints and world-famous glass exhibits at the Toledo Museum of Art. It houses ancient and modern day works of art from all over the world. It has works of Rembrandt, Monet, Bonnard, Van Gogh, Picasso, and many more great artists. The permanent collection comprises of ancient and modern art, European paintings, Renaissance pieces, graphic arts and decorative arts.
Address: 2445 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 43620, United States
Opening hours: Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:00am-4:00pm; Thursday & Friday: 10:00am-9:00pm; Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm; Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Stroll along Metroparks of the Toledo Area
Metroparks of the Toledo Area includes Toledo’s natural areas, including Wildwood Preserve, Oak Preserve, the Great Black Swamp, Maumee River Parkland, Secor Metropark and Swan Creek Preserve. It includes nine Metroparks and three trail corridors. It also has many historic places, one of the most famous is the Georgian colonial home, a 35-room house. Take in the beauty of nature, enjoy biking, skiing or walking on the trails, learn about the city’s past, or indulge in other outdoor activities at this spot!
Address: 5100 W Central Avenue, Toledo, OH 43615, United States
Phone: 1 419-407-9700
Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Experience science at Imagination Station!
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Imagination Station is a hands-on science museum that has more than 300 exhibits. Ride the high-wire cycle, feel the storm at the Hurricane Chamber onsite, bounce on the BOYO, explore the oil refineries, go against gravity at the Distorted Gravity Room and be a part of other scientific experiments and attractions. This spot showcases the wonders of science in an interactive, exciting and fun way! It offers both educational and fun experience!
Address: 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604, United States
Phone: 1 419-244-2674
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm; Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Catch sight of nature in bloom at Toledo Botanical Garden!
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Toledo Botanical Garden has many themed gardens featuring visually attractive scenery of trees and flowers. It houses a Perennial Garden, Shade Garden, Pioneer Garden, Herb Garden, Rose Garden and Vegetable Garden, and also several well-known artists’ galleries. Take a stroll along the gardens, relax amidst the beauty of the nature, and enjoy the original artworks, bird watching, photography, or picnicking at this garden!
Address: 5403 Elmer Dr, Toledo, OH 43615, United States
Phone: 1 419-536-5566
Historic Woodlawn Cemetery
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Historic Woodlawn Cemetery has several architectural landmarks and private mausoleums. Many notable personalities of Toledo were laid to rest here. It’s a National Historic Site and a perfect spot for remembrance, surrounded by calm lakes, winding paths and towering trees. Know the story of Toledo at Woodlawn!
Address: 1502 W Central Avenue, Toledo, OH 43606, United States
Phone: 1 419-472-2186
Glimpse of Great Lakes history at The National Museum of the Great Lakes!
The National Museum of the Great Lakes showcases the interesting history of Great Lakes that make up eight-four percent of the fresh surface water in North America. It houses six exhibit galleries with over 250 Great Lakes artifacts, the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and an outdoor maritime park. Highlights include shipwrecks, first golf life-saving medal, safety on water, passenger steamers, and other marine artifacts.
Address: 1701 Front Street, Toledo, OH 43605, United States
Phone: 1 440-967-3467
Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm; Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Step back in time at Wildwood Manor House!
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The Wildwood Manor House is an eighteenth century mansion with impressive Georgian-style architecture and old world appeal. It was built by R.A. Stranahan, founder of Champion Spark Plug Company. Walk back in time, know about the Stranahan family life and times, and do stay for tea. Many cultural and historical events are also held at this spot. Tour this spectacular historic house!
Address: 5100 W Central Avenue, Toledo, OH, 43615, United States
Phone: 1 419 535-3050
Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 12:00am-11:59pm
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