Toledo Attractions
Toledo Zoo
The
Toledo Zoo, located in the old South End neighborhood of Toledo, is rated as one of the ten best in the
country., Highlights include the Hippoquarium,
The Primate Forest, African Savanna, Arctic Encounter and a Children’s
Zoo. See More Toledo Zoo Info
Toledo Museum of Art
Located
on Monroe St, the museum features a world-renowned
glass exhibit as well as some of the most
famous paintings, prints, sculptures, and
furniture in the world. From mummies to
Matisse, a visit to the museum will thrill
and excite the artist in you. Admission
is free at all times!
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World Famous Mud Hens
The
Toledo “Hen House” is just a two-minute walk from 4 restaurants and a
few watering holes in downtown Toledo. When you hear the
roar of the crowd, you will know you are close.
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Mud Hens 2009 Schedule
Toledo Botanical Garden
This
beautiful green space is open to the public, free of charge, seven days a
week. Enjoy the natural allure of several different themed gardens, including
the Shade Garden, one of the region’s finest hosta collections, an Herb
Garden, Pioneer Garden, Vegetable Garden, and a Perennial Garden. "Enriching your life
through gardens, the arts and nature."
Tony Packos
Tony
Packo's is a Toledo tradition. The restaurant was made famous
by the Toledo native Jamie
Farr who played Max Klinger on M*A*S*H. Read about the Tony Packo's history here.
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Cedar Point Amusement Park
With 68 rides, including 16 roller coasters, Cedar Point has more rides and more roller coasters than any park in the world. Built in 2003, Top Thrill Dragster is 420 feet tall and reaches speeds of 120 mph!
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Toledo Area Metroparks
Hours open daily from 7 a.m. until dark… enjoy walking, biking and
cross-country skiing on several trails, plus outdoor concerts and
numerous special events. Free admission.
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Toledo Metroparks Spring Guide 2009
Maumee River
The Maumee River
is brimming with jumping Walleye fish from
the 3rd week of March to the 1st week of
April. It draws 10,000 fishermen each season.
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Put-In Bay
The “North Coast” provides endless activities for everyone. Enjoy the history and
heritage, attractive accommodations, eclectic cuisine, and dazzling
nightlife. Explore natural caves, as well as monuments and lighthouses.
Outdoor fun for those who love fishing, boating, birding, hiking and
biking.
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Kellys Island
Kellys Island, the largest U.S. island on Lake Erie, measuring over four
square miles, features amazing attractions and activities that make it
an “ Island for All Seasons.”
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Repertoire Theatre
With a mission to “entertain, educate, and provide service to Toledo
and the region through the discipline of theatre”, the Toledo
Repertoire continues to be a unique community asset. The 10th
Street Theatre has been presenting perfromances for over 70 years in the same downtown location. See More Repertoire Theatre Info
Sauder Village
Exploring history is fun for the whole family at Sauder Village in Archbold. Chat with costumed guides about how families lived over 100
years ago. Marvel at craftsmen blending skill and creativity in
glass, metals, fabric, wood and clay. Enjoy scrumptious homemade
goodies and the warmth of genuine, old-fashioned hospitality.
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The Docks
The Docks has been Toledo’s place to see and be seen since 1996, and
offers an eclectic array of cuisine for every taste. Every restaurant at the Docks is first-rate, and has a
personal atmosphere.
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Valentine Theatre
Following a $28 million renovation, the 108-year-old Valentine Theatre
reopened in 1999 and has been the cultural center for northwest Ohio
and southeast Michigan ever since. Be sure to sign up for their
newsletter and take in a show or two.
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Erie Street Market
Located in downtown Toledo’s historic warehouse district, the Erie
Street Market blends rich tradition with modern convenience, attracting
thousands of shoppers and diners downtown each week.
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St. Clair Village Shops
Less than a stone’s throw away
from the Mud Hen's Stadium in the downtown Warehouse district, Downtown Latte will send your taste buds
reeling with its fantastic array of coffees. There is also a hardware shop, Cold Stone Creamery, and a new grocery market.
Owens Corning Nature Walk
If you live downtown, this is your backyard. The Owens Nature Walk is
open to the public, so take a stroll along the Maumee River,
take in the amazing sites and enjoy this scenic area.
SS Willis B. Boyer Museum Ship
Situated on the Maumee River in the shadow of downtown Toledo, is the
SS Willis B. Boyer Museum Ship. Launched in 1911, the 617-foot
freighter was once the largest bulk freighter on the Great Lakes.
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Fort Meigs State Memorial
Built in
1813 to defend against a British invasion, Fort Meigs is one of the
largest wooden walled forts in North America. The 10 acre, rebuilt fort stands on its original site overlooking the
Maumee Rive,r and consists of seven blockhouses, five
cannon batteries and several eight-foot-high earthworks within a
stockade wall.
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The Butterfly House
The Butterfly House, located in nearby Whitehouse, Ohio, offers visitors
the opportunity to view hundreds of species of butterflies in a
beautiful enclosed garden setting.
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Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries
The
Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is the area leader of information,
education, and inspiration. By providing an open and equitable access to
the Library’s collection, all of Northwest Ohio can enjoy the ‘The
People’s University.’
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Sandpiper
Built in 1984 in Maumee, Ohio, the 100-passenger Sandpiper boat has been
providing enjoyable sailing experiences along the Maumee River ever
since.
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Lakeside, Ohio
Lakeside, Ohio is located on Ohio’s Marblehead Peninsula, in the heart
of the Lake Erie vacation area. The 132-year-old Methodist community
was created by a group of preachers in 1873.
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The Farmers Market
Begun in 1832, The Farmers’ Market of Toledo was a place for area
farmers to sell their produce. It provides the community with a
centrally located place to shop for everything from fresh fruits and
vegetables to live poultry.
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The Firefighters Museum
Founded in 1976, the Toledo Firefighters’ Museum is dedicated to
preserving the history of the Toledo Fire Division, as well as educating
its citizens about fire prevention and safety.
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Libbey Factory Outlet
With a 170+ history with the city, it only makes sense that the largest
Libbey Glass Factory Outlet would be located in the heart of downtown
Toledo, Ohio. Known as the “Glass Capital of the World,” Libbey Glass
moved to the city in 1888, and has been producing quality glass products
in the region ever since.
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Raceway Park
With live harness racing March through December, and simulcast racing year
round, Raceway Park is just the place to put down a bet and hope for
the best. Post time is 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, and 6 p.m.
on Sundays. Simulcast racing takes place seven days a week.
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Schedel Arboretum and Garden
The 17+ acres of gardens offer visitors breathtaking views of both
upland and lowland habitats, and the opportunity to see many plant
species not normally available in our area.
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Wolcott House
Just a short drive from downtown Maumee, Ohio, along the Maumee River, is
the Wolcott House Museum Complex. Home of the Maumee Valley Historical
Society, the complex takes visitors back to the early 1880’s and gives
them a peek at what pioneer life was like in the Maumee Valley.
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Toledo Speedway
The
ARCA Series has raced at Toledo Speedway since 1963, with its
popularity strong in the 1970's. The track has received a 'facelift' in
recent years, which has caused Toledo Speedway regain its famed
notoriety of being one of the best short tracks in the country. It is a
½ mile semi banked oval, with a ¼ mile figure eight in the middle.
Maumee Bay State Park & Resort
Maumee Bay State Park offers recreational facilities, fishing, hunting, boating, biking, and camping in a unique coastal environment. The park's modern family campground has 252 sites. Five miles of asphalt "bicycle/pedestrian" trails provide access to most of the day-use areas.
