Know Before You Go
Hours
Open daily:
Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Members Mornings 9 a.m. entry every Sat. and Sun. through Oct. 31
May 22: Reptile House reopens to the public.
May 23: Africa! Overlook closing at 3:30 p.m.
May 30: Africa! Overlook closing at 4 p.m.
May 31: Africa! Overlook opening at 11 a.m.; Arctic Encounter closing at 3 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.
Free parking available for all members at the Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot only. President’s Circle members can park for free in the Broadway parking lot; all other membership categories must pay for parking in the Broadway parking lot.
Please Note
Concessions and gift shop availability subject to weather.
The Toledo Zoo has transitioned to a cashless payment system. 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.
The Toledo Zoo has implemented a non-contact security screening and visual bag inspection upon entering the Zoo. Click here for more information.
Reptile House currently closed for renovations.
Nature's Neighborhood stream and beach closed.
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The Reptile House Returns
Fri, May 22
Experience the newly reimagined Reptile House and its jaw-dropping residents! Plus, enjoy giveaways, live entertainment, animal demos, crafts and more.
Summer Season Kickoff
Sat, May 23 & Sun, May 24
Enjoy giveaways, live music, strolling performers, animal demonstrations and more!
Father's Day BBQ
Sun, June 21
Treat dad to our popular Father's Day BBQ! In addition to a delicious buffet, there will be an animal demonstration, live music and kids activities.
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