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Accessibility
Accessibility information available; ADA policies in place
Best time
Arrive early to secure food and snacks, as the on-site dining options have limited availability and quality comparable to basic cafeteria food. Coming early ensures better meal choices before lines form.
Visitor tip
Visit the underwater observation room for dolphin viewing without needing to enter the water—this is an excellent alternative if you want to observe the dolphins while avoiding the mandatory life vests required in reef areas.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Toledo, Ohio
- Highlights
- Aquarium Adventure Trail, Aerial Adventure Course, stingray touch experience
- Programs
- Memberships, classes, camps, tours, school groups
What visitors say
- Arrive early to secure food and snacks, as the on-site dining options have limited availability and quality comparable to basic cafeteria food. Coming early ensures better meal choices before lines form.
- Swimsuits are provided on-site, so don't purchase them beforehand. Plan to spend 3-4 hours maximum at the venue to complete all activities (dolphin interaction, snorkeling, reef exploration, and underwater observation room).
- Visit the underwater observation room for dolphin viewing without needing to enter the water—this is an excellent alternative if you want to observe the dolphins while avoiding the mandatory life vests required in reef areas.
- Be aware that personal cameras are not allowed and professional photos are available for purchase at premium prices. Budget accordingly if you want quality photos of your experience, or accept that photo memories will come through the venue's paid photography service.
Did You Know?
- Features an underwater observation room that allows visitors to view dolphins below the water surface, providing a unique perspective not available in typical dolphin encounters
- Offers 15-minute structured dolphin interaction sessions with an instructor where visitors can touch and play with dolphins, combining education with hands-on experience
- The Grand Reef exhibit includes snorkeling opportunities where visitors can swim with stingrays and tropical fish, with a wave pool beach feature extending approximately four kilometers
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