Know Before You Go
Hours
Open daily
Admission from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Early building closures
April 13: Arctic Encounter closing at 3 p.m.
April 24: Tembo Trail closing at 3:30 p.m.
April 27: Aquarium closing at 3:30 p.m.
Parking
The Zoo has two parking areas for visitor use. Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot (2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609) and Broadway parking lot (2683 Broadway St. Toledo, OH 43609).
Click here for route to Anthony Wayne Trail lot.
Click here for route to Broadway lot.
Please Note
The Toledo Zoo has transitioned to a cashless payment system. We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express credit cards and most debit cards. We also accept Apple Pay and Google Pay. Kiosks that convert cash to prepaid VISA debit cards are available throughout the park. Click here for more information.
Outside food, beverages and coolers not permitted inside the Zoo. Picnic tables are available at Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot and Walbridge Park. Exceptions are permitted for medical items, dietary restrictions, baby formula and pre-registered school groups visiting the Zoo.
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Easter Bakery Sale
Now - March 23
Hop on by and enjoy something sweet! Place your order today for these Easter holiday treats.
Order online by March 23 at noon.
Teddy Bear
Care Fair
Sat, March 23
Bring your favorite stuffed pal and we'll make sure it’s fixed up and fit for another year of fun, with animal demos, Keeper talks and more!
Breakfast with the Animals
April 7 (Apes) & June 29 (Hippos & Elephants)
Elevate your weekend at an exclusive breakfast experience with animals across the Zoo! Enjoy a delicious breakfast and watch our animals begin their day. Each breakfast includes a unique animal experience and keeper chat.
Total Eclipse at the Zoo
April 8
Celebrate being in the path of totality here at the Zoo! Enjoy animal demos, character meet & greets, a bounce house, musical entertainment and other fun activities throughout the day.
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