Know Before You Go
Hours
Open daily:
Zoo Hours July 1 – 5:
Wed & Thurs. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Fri. - Sun. from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Regular operating hours:
Mon – Tues, Fri – Sun: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Wed – Thurs: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Members Mornings 9 a.m. entry every Sat. and Sun. through Oct. 31
July 4: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m. Aquarium closing at 4 p.m.
July 10: Aerial Adventure Course offerings limited. Click here for more info.
July 11: Africa! Overlook and Aquarium closing at 4 p.m.
July 12: Africa! Overlook opening at 10 a.m.
July 14: Tiger Terrace closing at 3:30 p.m.
July 16: Aerial Adventure Course offerings limited. Click here for more info.
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.
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Hot days call for cool adventures
Don’t sweat this week’s forecast! The Zoo will open one hour early for all guests at 9 a.m. July 1 – 5. Explore our full guide to beat the heat.
Summer Extended Hours
Twilight Evenings
Wednesdays & Thursdays
Now - August 27
Experience the Zoo during extended hours at Twilight Evenings! Half-price admission will be offered 4 - 8 p.m., with Zoo closing at 9 p.m.
Sundays, July 5 - Aug. 9
Music Under the Stars returns for another season of music and memories!
Animal Demonstrations
Schedule runs Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Your child's next adventure starts here! This brand-new program is for animal lovers ages 5–10 and features exclusive experiences, hands-on activities and special Zoo visits.
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!
