- Come visit our goats, guinea pigs, and more at Nature's Neighborhood, our year-round children's zoo!
- NEW! Feed a giraffe at The Toledo Zoo. Get details for this lofty experience: Giraffe Feeds!
- Learn how we care for some of
your favorite animals with our Behind-the-Scenes
Tours (seasonal availability)
- Our animals
are just like yours—they love to eat! During Natural
Feeding Demonstrations, you can watch our animals chow
down!
- You can support your favorite
Zoo animal by becoming a Zoo
PAL. It also makes a great gift!
- On your next trip to the Zoo,
look for our volunteer Zoo-Eds
and ZOOTeens offering
new perspectives on animals.
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- The African Animal Carousel is
the closest you'll get to riding a zebra! Explore
the Zoo online
- Immerse yourself in the heart of Africa! on the Safari Railway! Explore the Zoo online
- Take a trip back in time on the
Zoo's 1950s vintage carousel. Explore
the Zoo online
- Individual tickets may be purchased,
or purchase a ride pass for multiple rides at a discounted
rate.
- To learn more and see our rides in
action click here to explore
The Toledo Zoo online!
Please note: ride operation is contingent on weather conditions and rides may have shortened schedules during winter months.
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- Nature's
Neighborhood Forget what you think you know about
children's zoos. Nature's Neighborhood is a 100% explore-able
wonderland that's perfect for kids 8 and under! This year-round
children's zoo experience is your place to discover,
explore and play!
- Our colorful playground, located near the Main Plaza, is a great place to let the kids run the wiggles out!
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- Face painting and caricature drawings, located near Africa!, make a Zoo visit even more special!
Seasonal availability
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- Let your imagination go wild
with the digital magic of the Zoo's photo stand!
Seasonal availability
- Keep your eyes open for the Toledo
Zoo's mascots, KC & Crew, and get your picture taken
with them.
Seasonal availability + random
schedule; seated portraits with mascots are only available
for purchase
- Whether you're a serious photographer
or the family shutterbug, the Zoo has some unique photo
opportunities: Animal
Exhibits — Many exhibits get you (safely) face
to face with the animals for great close-ups
Animal Sculpture
— Animal sculptures throughout the zoo are a great
place to create family memories
The Conservatory
—The Conservatory and gardens provide perfect backdrops
and beautiful subject matter
Historic Architecture
— The Zoo is home to several buildings from the WPA
era. Take a picture of history!
Please note: Commercial photography
or filming is prohibited without the prior consent of the
Zoo's Marketing Department.
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- Find great Zoo souvenirs, from plush toys to Zoo gear at our gift shops and gift carts throuhout the zoo.
- Does someone you know have a favorite zoo animal? Learn how Zoo PAL could be a great gift!
- Check out our online gift shop.
- Your purchases can support our conservation efforts!
- Visit KC's Corner Store in Nature's Neighborhood. Custom engraving available!
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- The Zoo can host your organization's
picnic! Learn
more.
- Feeding your family is a breeze
with Picnic-in-a-Basket,
Breakfast-in-a-Basket
, or our Kibanda
call-ahead program!
- Field trip? Group function? If
you have lots of people to feed, check out our streamlined
sack-lunch program
- Click
here fo find places where you can tame your hunger when
you're at the Zoo!
- The
Timberline Bakery and Deli inside the North Star Trading
Post® is a great place to get
a sandwich, baked goods, or a great cup of coffee. The Timberline
Bakery also offers services for cakes and other custom baked
goods.
- Host a catered event at The Toledo
Zoo! Our service and food will delight and impress your
guests! Learn
more
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You never know who's
going to be at a Zoo event to entertain you!
- Many of our festive events are enhanced by the performances of musicians, magicians, and other performers.
- The Toledo Zoo's Summer Concert Series brings popular performers to the amphitheatre stage for you!
- Enjoy summer nights with The Toledo Symphony Concert Band during Music Under the Stars
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The Toledo Zoo's not
just for kids! Catch a concert in the Amphitheatre or get
all dressed up and dance the night away—it's all here
at the Zoo!
- ZOOtoDO:
The Zoo's super-chic black-tie fundraiser.
- Rock
’n’ Roar: The summer's hottest dance party!
- The Toledo Zoo's Summer
Concert Series brings top performers to the
Amphitheatre stage!
- Experience the elegance of a
Vineyard Adventure.
- Sample some special suds at Zoo
Brew Fest.
- Enjoy a gourmet meal and meet
Zoo animals up close at the Feast
With the Beasts fundraiser.
- Planning a private party, wedding,
or other special occasion? Host it at the Zoo! We have the
menus and the venues to make your day perfect. Learn
more.
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Make your next get-together one to remember!
Whether you're planning a wedding,
a family reunion, that big business meeting, or a cool kids'
birthday party, The Toledo Zoo works with you to make it a
big success! Click here
for more information.
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