toledo what a zoo adventure course

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Guests are NOT required to wear facial coverings when visiting the Toledo Zoo. We strongly encourage guests who are unvaccinated continue to wear facial coverings in our indoor buildings and maintain six feet from individuals who are not members in their household. Please stay home if you are sick or symptomatic.

Northwest Ohio

Researching Ohio's imperiled turtle species, including Blanding's turtles, for 12+ years.

Community Pre-School

Providing free, animal and nature-based programming to community pre-schools.

Project Prairie

Project PRAIRIE extends our Wild Toledo prairie initiative into local classrooms by utilizing the flower installations as living labs.

UNLIMITED RIDES

Present your membership card at the ride ticket booth and receive the appropriate amount of tickets covered under your membership.

UNLIMITED GIRAFFE FEEDS

Receive one Family Basket, containing 12 pieces of lettuce to feed our giraffes!

Free Little Boo and Pumpkin Path Admission

Reservations are required for both trick or treating events. Reserve your free admission tickets in advance for all children covered under your membership at toledozoo.org approximately four weeks prior to event dates.

Unlimited Barnyard Feeds

Receive one Barnyard feed serving per person covered by your membership each Zoo visit! HOW TO REDEEM:

Policies

Only family members and guests that are covered under your membership category are eligible to use Experience Package benefits.

Where is the Toledo Zoo?

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium is 6.5 km (4 miles) south of downtown Toledo. From downtown, you can walk up to Summit & Washington NW and board Bus No. 31. Broadway & Shadowlawn NW, in front of the zoo. Bus routes 27ABC, 32, or 43 also pass by Toledo Zoo in Ohio.

How long does it take to see the Toledo Zoo?

Some families end up spending an entire day at the zoo. If you are a group of adults in a hurry, you can see all the animal exhibits at Toledo Zoo in 90 minutes.

How many animals are there in Toledo Zoo?

Image: Toledozoo.org. Toledo Zoo and Aquarium has more than 10,000 animals representing over 720 species and is considered one of the world’s most complete zoos. With more than a million visitors annually, it is the region’s top family attraction.

What time is the best time to visit Toledo Zoo?

Best time to visit Toledo Zoo. The best time to visit Toledo Zoo is as soon as they open at 10 am. As the day progresses and gets hotter, the animals recede to shaded areas and are sometimes hard to spot. After 11.30 am, the crowd gets bigger, and queues get longer.

What bus stops are near Toledo Zoo?

Bus routes 27ABC, 32, or 43 also pass by Toledo Zoo in Ohio. Arlington & Spencer Sw and Spencer & Brighton Nw are the two bus stops within walking distance of the zoo. If you plan to drive to Toledo Zoo, it is better to fire up Google Map and follow the directions.

When does the Toledo Zoo close?

Toledo Zoo opens every day at 10 am, but its closing times vary throughout the year. From January to April it closes at 5 pm, from June to mid-September it closes at 6 pm, and then till November end it closes at 5 pm again.

What is the Aquarium Adventure Trail?

Aquarium Adventure Trail. Aquarium Adventure Trail has a ‘wet’ side complete with a spray park and a ‘dry’ side with slides, swings, and seating for families. The Aquarium Adventure Trail brings a tropical feel and is the perfect destination for the cool off and play during their summer zoo trips.