The Toledo Zoo
The Toledo Zoo is one of the world's most complete zoos--it's one of the region's top family destinations and has over 5,300 animals representing over 760 species. Each year nearly one million people come to The Toledo Zoo to experience the wonders of the natural world, stroll the beautiful grounds and explore the historic WPA-era buildings.
Visit the Arctic Encounter, the Africa! exhibit, observe hippos and polar bears from an under-water viewing area, and much more! The Toledo Zoo is proud to be at the forefront of many conservation efforts, working to preserve endangered and threatened species--from butterflies and birds to crocodiles and elephants.
Fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), The Toledo Zoo participates in dozens of important breeding programs that are helping to ensure a future for some truly amazing species. For more than 100 years, The Toledo Zoo has engaged and inspired countless families and created memories that carry on for generations.
Address
The Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way
Toledo, Ohio
43614
Phone Number(s)
Local Number: (419) 385-4040
Local Number: (419) 385-5721
E-mail Address(es)
General Information: toledozooinfo@toledozoo.org
Hours
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Special Hours:
Website(s)
Homepage
Admission
General Admission: 11.00 - 14.00
Children under 2 - FREE
Accepted Forms of Payment
Cash, Mastercard, Visa
Special Offers
Lucas' 2nd Birthday
Starts: 6/1/2013
Ends: 6/1/2013
Lucas the elephant turns 2 and gets special treatment including presents. Join in the fun!
Fisher-Price PlayDate
Starts: 7/27/2013
Ends: 7/27/2013
What a day for the kids! Fisher-Price brings out toy favorites and kids play free!
Butterfly and Bug Festival
Starts: 8/31/2013
Ends: 8/31/2013
Explore, touch, and learn about things that creep, crawl, and flutter with special activities and fun!
Fall Fur All
Starts: 10/12/2013
Ends: 10/23/2013
Celebrate the season at Toledo Zoo when the air is crisp, the grounds are gorgeous, and the animals lively! In addition there are oh-so-special games and activities available for the kids. Come decorate pumpkins and enjoy special fall snacks at this seasonal event!
Jumping Pumpkins
Starts: 10/26/2013
Ends: 10/26/2013
The problem of left over Halloween pumpkins is solved! Animals all over the Zoo LOVE pumpkins and watching them receive pumpkins is a load of fun!
Senior Discovery Days
Starts: 9/1/2013
Ends: 10/29/2013
Weekdays in September and October senior citizens (age 60+) will enjoy free parking in the Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot, and EVERY Tuesday will also receive FREE admission. There are special senior activities on Tuesday that will be sure to please, as well as free coffee, a muffin and select discounts. Don't miss this two-month celebration for our senior citizens!
Noon Year's Eve
Starts: 12/31/2013
Ends: 12/31/2013
Toledo Zoo has turned the traditional night-time celebration into a noon celebration so that families can usher in the new year in a special way. it's Noon Year's Eve and the Zoo's ball drops precisely on the dot of noon and the event is celebrated with good cheer and toasts of apple juice! Don't miss out on the fun of this unique event!
Parking
General Parking: 7.00 - 15.00