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Hours
Sun. - Tues., Fri. & Sat.
Admission 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Wed. & Thurs.
Admission 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
May 31: Africa! Overlook closing at 4 p.m.; Aquarium closing at 3:30 p.m.
June 1: Aquarium closing at 3 p.m.
June 7: Africa! Overlook closing at 4 p.m.
June 10: Aquarium closing at 3:30 p.m.
June 12: Africa! Overlook closing at 4 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.
The Reptile House is closed for renovations now - 2026.
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Spot our Amur leopard, Antin!
Meet Antin and our other big cats around the Tiger Terrace exhibit.
Twilight Evenings
Wed. & Thurs.
Now - Aug. 28
No need to scurry this summer! Stay late to enjoy extended hours from 4 – 8 p.m. Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Kidsapalooza
Sun, June 8
Celebrate National Children’s Day with character meet & greets, animal encounters, bounce houses, live entertainment and more!
June 13, Aug. 1, Oct. 24 & Nov. 14
We’re putting a wild twist on trivia! Compete for prizes in two trivia games and enjoy a buffet dinner and animal demonstration.
Educational Zoo Camps
Join us for Camp for a Day and Summer Safari Camps!
Don't miss these upcoming events!
Learn the layout of the must-do Zoo!
Enjoy. Inspire. Educate. Act.
Explore our conservation efforts and see what you can do to make a difference!