Location: Toledo
Top Things to do in Toledo
10 Nature & Parks in Toledo That You Shouldn't Miss
Whether you're looking for world-renowned museums, golf or fun with the kids, Toledo is a sure bet. Its role as a major producer of auto parts and glass, combined with its proximity to Lake Erie, has brought prosperity, evident in the wide array of cultural and recreational attractions, fine restaurants and lodging options. A weekend's worth of family fun can be had with visits to the Toledo Zoo, the Botanical Garden and COSI, the city's state-of-the art science center. Explore the ancient and modern treasures of the Toledo Museum of Art, known for its unique glass collection. Spend another day tasting your way through the ethnic cuisine, fresh cheeses and delicious baked goods at the Erie Street Market or grabbing a dog at Tony Packo's, a Toledo institution.
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1. Metroparks of the Toledo Area
2. Oak Openings Preserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By allisonnorden - Port Clinton, United States
One of my favorite parks in the Toledo Metropark system, this park gives you all the beauty and thrill of nature! I highly recommend visiting in the fall... early to mid November. The leaves are amazing with their colors! When visiting, I suggest parking at the Lodge and walking trails down to Mallard Lake. You can do the Blue trail to see quite a bit of the area around there, including many bird species!
3. Rev. H.V. Savage Park
4. Toledo Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,809 reviews
Get an underwater view of hippos at the Hippoquarium, the only such zoo exhibit in the world, and then move on to see the 500 or so other species of mammals, reptiles and birds.
Reviewed By jolynb978 - Temperance, United States
There's a good reason this zoo has been rated top in the country...because it's amazing!! I have lived near this zoo my entire life and watched its growth and transformation. There are so many animal exhibits, hands on attractions and special events to participate in. The animals cages are always clean and they are well cared for. The lights at the zoo in the winter are equally as amazing and a family favorite. I highly recommend this zoo as a great family outing.
5. Irwin Prairie State Nature Preserve
6. Toledo Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
A recreated pioneer garden is a highlight of this huge botanical garden, with acres of fragrant meadows and wildflower, rose and herb gardens to stroll though.
Reviewed By poetessktj1 - Toledo, United States
Can’t say enough good things about this place! Terrific artist village with classes available. Even in winter it’s pleasant and easy walking. I’ve been there in spring, summer, and fall as well and there are always beautiful things to see in the garden areas as well as educational information!
7. Delaware Park
8. Walbridge Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By jakb1969 - Detroit, United States
This was a visit for getting together with my parents who live in Ohio past Toledo. This is a nice sized park that sits right along a river?! There are two parts of the park, that I saw. It has two playground sets, a set of toddler swings and a set of big kid swings. Not sure where the bathrooms are, if there are any. There are benches, and picnic tables, and trash cans. Paved sidewalks throughout from the paved parking lot. There were even geese. I def'ly would come back.
9. Swan Creek Metropark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Toledo_Tooleman - Toledo, United States
My wife and I drive by this park every day on our way to work. On a gorgeous Sunday afternoon in early October, we decided to explore it. The park is not large but contains more than 5 miles of mostly wooded trails, many of them along or near the Swan Creek. We passed several other couples and families out for walks but the park didn't feel crowded at all. You could hear traffic in the background but it was still nice to be surrounded by trees. We saw two deer (in separate spots) and the coolest preying mantis I have ever seen. A fair number of families were enjoying the playground or cooking out in the picnic areas. All in all, a very nice urban park.
10. Wildwood Preserve Metropark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Preserve contains one of the best tall-grass prairies in Ohio plus a wealth of activities and attractions including a boardwalk, covered bridge, 100-year old schoolhouse and a hiking trail that connects to the University/Parks Trail.
Reviewed By allisonnorden - Port Clinton, United States
Wildwood is beautiful with it's history and nature. Make sure to cross the covered bridge, view Stranahan Manor, and travel the bridge over the marshy area behind it. Many birds live here in all seasons. There are nice bathrooms, which is always a plus.
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