Zoos

Nature's Neighborhood

Name: Nature's Neighborhood
Address: 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609, Toledo, OH, US
Telephone: (419) 385-5721
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (66 reviews)

📍 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609

📞 (419) 385-5721

🌐 www.toledozoo.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4 PM

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About Nature's Neighborhood

Nature's Neighborhood is a zoo in Toledo, OH. Nature's Neighborhood features Toledo Turtles and Hellbenders as part of its primary exhibits, representing locally significant aquatic species native to Ohio. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Hours: Daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Zoo closes 5 p.m.); Members Mornings 9 a.m. Sat-Sun through Oct 31
Highlights: Africa! Overlook, animal feeds, interactive demonstrations, gardens
Membership: Available; 15% off with code MCLB226

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Nature's Neighborhood features Toledo Turtles and Hellbenders as part of its primary exhibits, representing locally significant aquatic species native to Ohio
⭐The zoo operates a cashless payment system exclusively, making it one of the venues fully adapted to digital transactions
⭐Members can access the zoo at 9 a.m. on every Saturday and Sunday through October 31 with Members Mornings, providing extended early access opportunities
⭐The Dart Frog Dash event is presented by Buckeye Broadband, indicating corporate partnership and community engagement in special programming

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on weekday mornings (Monday-Friday) to avoid crowds, especially the Monarch Market area which gets extremely packed. Reviews indicate mid-week visits had minimal crowding compared to peak times.
💬Take advantage of Members Mornings every Saturday and Sunday through October 31 for 9 a.m. entry if you're a member. This provides early access before general crowds arrive.
💡Bring your own food from the adjacent Monarch Market, but plan to eat in alternative areas like the hippo plaza rather than crowded seating areas. Note that outside food is permitted (unlike most zoos), so pack accordingly.
💬Come prepared for a cashless payment system throughout the zoo. Bring a card or mobile payment method, as cash is not accepted for concessions or gift shop purchases.
💬Use the free parking at Anthony Wayne Trail lot (2 Hippo Way) if you have a membership to avoid paying at the Broadway lot. Members get free parking benefits that vary by membership tier.