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The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark

A year-round skating trail and gathering place within Glass City Metropark.

Downtown

Swanky Scoops

A downtown scoop shop serving small-batch, gourmet ice cream for the discerning palate, with a rotating lineup of unique flavors. Grab a cone at the counter, find their pints at local retailers, or book the mobile ice cream cart for a private event.

Warehouse District

Kengo Sushi & Yakitori

Tucked into the Warehouse District, this spot does chef-driven sushi and charcoal yakitori right. It's a Toledo standout worth the trip.

Warehouse District

Souk Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar

Mediterranean plates and craft cocktails in the heart of the Warehouse District. It's the kind of spot you settle into and don't want to leave.

Central District

The Valentine Theatre

Where downtown Toledo goes for live music and the arts. If it's on the Central District stage, you'll want a seat.

Warehouse District

Hannon's Block

American classics done right in the Warehouse District, where the food, drinks and hospitality all hit. Come for the meal, stay for the vibe.

Warehouse District

Hensville Park

Right by Fifth Third Field, this Warehouse District yard turns into Toledo's go-to spot for outdoor music and family fun. Bring the whole crew.

Uptown

Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer

Uptown's brick-walled hangout where comfort food, a deep beer list, and live music on the patio come together. You'll want to stick around.

Riverfront

National Museum of the Great Lakes

Set right on the riverfront, it's where Great Lakes history comes alive for the whole family. Bring the kids and soak up that Toledo waterfront.

Central District

Registry Bistro

Tucked in the Central District, it's where you'll find a chef-driven plate and a well-made cocktail. A downtown go-to that knows its stuff.

Riverfront

The Heights

Sip cocktails and grab a bite right on the Riverfront, where the Toledo skyline does all the showing off. This is the spot when the night calls.

Riverfront

Promenade Park

Where the riverfront comes alive with live music and festivals. Bring the family and settle in for the city's best party.

South Toledo

Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre

This South Toledo venue hosts concerts and events under the open sky, come see what's on the schedule.

Warehouse District

Toledo Farmers' Market

A local farmers' market in the Warehouse District, it's a spot to explore what Toledo's community has to offer.

Downtown

J&M Boat Launch

J&M Boat Launch is a spot to get out on the water in Downtown Toledo.

Toledo Center for Live Arts

A local spot for live performances in Toledo, come see what's on the stage.

Oregon

Comfort Inn East

The value pick on the Oregon side, directly across Navarre from the Hampton and TownePlace. Free breakfast, free parking, rates well under the downtown properties. Fine for a Metropark day or a lake trip.

Oregon

Holiday Inn Express Toledo-Oregon

A little further east on Navarre than the rest of the Oregon cluster, with the standard Express breakfast bar and a clean, current room product. Good base for splitting time between downtown and Maumee Bay.

Oregon

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toledo Oregon

Extended-stay suites with kitchens on the Navarre Avenue strip in Oregon, right beside the Hampton. Fills up with refinery and plant contractors working the east side, which tells you it's built for longer runs.

Oregon

Hampton Inn Toledo/Oregon

The east-side Hampton just off I-280 on Navarre, with 95 rooms, an indoor pool and a hot tub. Closest chain hotel to Glass City Metropark and the east bank of the Maumee. Ten minutes to downtown, about the same to Maumee Bay.

North Toledo

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Toledo North

Sits at the I-75 and Alexis Road exit on the north end of town, closer to the Michigan line than downtown. Free breakfast and straightforward rooms for people passing through or working the industrial corridor. About ten minutes down I-75 to downtown.

West Toledo

Red Roof Inn Toledo - University

A 117-room budget option just off I-475 at Secor, under two miles from the University of Toledo, Savage Hall and the Glass Bowl. Pet friendly with free wifi, a common landing spot for game weekends on a budget.

West Toledo

Residence Inn by Marriott Toledo West

All-suite extended stay next to the Courtyard, with full kitchens and separate living space for people in town for weeks rather than nights. Traveling nurses, contractors and relocating families are the regulars.

West Toledo

Courtyard by Marriott Toledo West

A business-leaning Courtyard on the Secor Road corridor, with workspace in the rooms and a bistro handling breakfast and evening drinks. Draws University of Toledo and medical-district traffic during the week, quiet on weekends.

West Toledo

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toledo West

A reliable mid-range stop at the I-475 and Secor interchange with an indoor pool and the usual hot breakfast spread. Next door to the Hampton, so if one is booked for a UT weekend the other usually isn't. Convenient to Franklin Park Mall.

West Toledo

Hampton Inn & Suites Toledo/Westgate

Part of the hotel cluster at Secor and I-475 that serves the University of Toledo and the Westgate strip. Free hot breakfast, easy parking, five minutes to campus for parents weekend or a Rockets game. Downtown is about ten minutes east.

South Toledo

Delta Hotels by Marriott Toledo

The hotel on the University of Toledo Health Science campus, which makes it the practical choice for anyone with business at UTMC or family admitted there. Full-service restaurant and bar, indoor pool, and some of the largest guest rooms in the city. The Zoo is under two miles up Broadway.

East Toledo

Miami Suites Hotel

An independent budget property on Miami Street in East Toledo, operating under new ownership and a new name after years as a Days Inn. Straightforward, low-cost rooms close to I-75 and the Anthony Wayne Bridge. Worth knowing if you want the east side near Glass City Metropark without downtown rates.

Old West End

Scottwood Inn

An 1896 Victorian in the Old West End running as a four-room bed and breakfast, with the original woodwork still doing the heavy lifting. There's a double parlor with a fireplace, a theatre tucked in the attic, and a pool out back. Suits anyone here for the Museum of Art or the Old West End Festival.

Warehouse District

The Produce Suites

Furnished studio suites carved out of a restored produce warehouse in Huron Yards, across the street from home plate at Fifth Third Field. Check-in is electronic and every studio has a kitchenette, so it splits the difference between a hotel and an apartment. Best for Mud Hens weekends and the Warehouse District bar run.

Downtown

Hotel Royal

A small boutique hotel in a building that opened in 1900 as a railroad hotel and came back to life in 2024. It leans all the way into that history, with a handful of rooms done up individually rather than to a chain template. The pick for someone who wants character and a story over a points balance.

Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Toledo Downtown

The all-suite side of the same downtown Hilton conversion, with 93 suites that each come with a full kitchen and a sitting area. Built for the traveler staying a week or longer who'd rather cook than eat out every night. Same block as the Glass City Center and the ballpark.

Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Downtown

The bigger half of the dual-brand Hilton complex that replaced the old Park Inn, sitting right next to the Glass City Center and a short walk from Fifth Third Field. Two hundred seventeen rooms plus a ballroom and seven meeting rooms make it the default for conventions and business travel. If you're in town for a game or a trade show, you can leave the car parked.

Downtown

Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel

This is the one people picture when they think of staying downtown, a 12-story tower right on the north bank of the Maumee with the river out the window. Brim House handles breakfast through dinner on the ground floor and The Heights sits up top for a drink with a view. Good fit for a Huntington Center show, a Glass City Center convention, or a weekend where walking to everything matters.

Uptown

The Arts Commission

Ohio's longest-standing arts commission, founded in 1959, now settled into a new Uptown home on Adams Street. They run the Art Loop series, Artomatic 419, the city's mural permits, and the public art you've walked past a hundred times. Since 1977 they've managed Toledo's One Percent for Art program, the first in the state.

Vistula

Ostrich Towne

Ostrich Towne is a collection of updated warehouse spaces offering contemporary retail, office, and loft-style interiors. With flexible layouts and custom build-outs, we can create one-of-a-kind spaces to meet your vision - from restaurants and galleries to boutiques and creative workspaces.

Perrysburg

Funny Bone Comedy Club - Toledo

The dinner-and-show comedy club at Levis Commons, booking national touring headliners week in and week out. Table service, full menu, and somebody famous on the mic most weekends.

Sylvania

Centennial Terrace

Northwest Ohio's premier outdoor concert venue, holding up to 3,500 with a 10,000-square-foot dance floor under the Sylvania sky. National acts all summer, rain or shine.

West Toledo

Toledo Botanical Garden Metropark

Sixty-plus acres of free display gardens, plant collections, and public art on the west side. Open 7 AM until dark daily, and somehow still one of Toledo's best-kept secrets.

Old West End

Collingwood Arts Center

A historic 1905 former Ursuline convent in the Old West End, now home to 80-plus artist studios and three theaters. Gothic bones, working artists, and a steady calendar of shows.

West Toledo

Schmucker's Restaurant

A family-owned Toledo tradition since 1948, and the pie case is the reason: more than 20 varieties made from scratch daily. Come for breakfast, leave with a whole pie.

West Toledo

University of Toledo

The collegiate-gothic campus on Bancroft, anchored by the Glass Bowl for Rockets football and Savage Arena for hoops and concerts. Centennial Mall hosts everything from art fairs to festivals.

West Toledo

Ottawa Park

Toledo's largest city park, roughly 300 acres of green since 1892. Golf, trails, an open-air ice rink, and a historic amphitheater that hosts free summer concerts.

South Toledo

Earnest Brew Works

The original taproom of Toledo's 'brew good, do good' craft brewery, with 18 beers on draft and a patio worth lingering on. There's a second location downtown, but this is where it started.

South Toledo

Walbridge Park

The historic riverfront park across from the Toledo Zoo, once a trolley-era amusement park. These days it's shelters, a boat launch, and a summer concert series with Maumee River views.

South Toledo

The Stranahan

Toledo's big touring house for Broadway runs, concerts, and national comedy, with the 10,000-square-foot Great Hall next door for everything else. If it's a marquee tour, it's probably here.

East Toledo

International Cove

The riverfront park formerly known as International Park, reborn on the Glass City Riverwalk with the Starburst sculpture unveiled at its 2026 grand opening. East-bank green space with skyline views.

East Toledo

Glass City Metropark

The riverfront flagship on the east bank of the Maumee: The Ribbon skating trail, Market Hall, a sledding hill, and front-row views of downtown. Open 7 AM to dark.

East Toledo

Frankie's

East Toledo's legendary independent rock club, back in action and booking national and local acts. Sweaty, up-close shows the way they're supposed to be.

East Toledo

Tony Packo's Cafe

The original Birmingham neighborhood cafe slinging famous Hungarian hot dogs since 1932, made nationally famous by Klinger on M*A*S*H. Check the walls: those hot dog buns are signed by celebrities.

Uptown

The Attic on Adams

A cozy second-floor hideout above Manos Greek Restaurant, with an ever-rotating craft beer list, pool tables, and the occasional live set. Uptown's living room.

Uptown

Georgjz419

Uptown's LGBTQ+ bar and restaurant with weekly drag shows, karaoke, and a kitchen that stays open late. Hosts the Toledo Pride kickoff variety show every year.

Uptown

The Ottawa Tavern

Toledo's original live alternative music room, an Uptown dive where touring indie and punk bands squeeze onto the stage. The name goes back to a 1925 tavern on Ottawa Street.

Downtown

Toledo Repertoire Theatre

Toledo's community theatre since 1933, staging around 11 productions a year in a converted historic church on 10th Street. Big-house heart in an intimate room.

Warehouse District

Middlegrounds Metropark

Downtown's first Metropark, built where the old rail yard met Swan Creek and the Maumee. Kayak launch, riverfront trails, and the city's favorite off-leash dog park.

Downtown

Levis Square Park

The pocket park at St. Clair and Madison, fresh off a $3.5M glow-up. Home of the Lunch at Levis food-truck and live-music series that packs downtown lawns every summer Thursday.

Downtown

Main Library (Toledo Lucas County Public Library)

The 1940 Art Deco flagship of the county library system, a full city block of WPA-era craftsmanship with glass murals to prove it. Free programming year-round, from author talks to kids' events.

Downtown

Glass City Center

Downtown's convention center, wrapped in a glass facade that finally looks the part of the Glass City. Expos, trade shows, and big gatherings, connected right to the Huntington Center.

Central District

Culture Clash Records

Dig through new and used vinyl, grab some gear, and catch live music right in the Central District. It's a record lover's home base.

Vistula

Earth Coffeehouse

Tucked inside TolHouse in Vistula, this coffeehouse and cafe is open to all, with more than 150 plants keeping you company while you sip.

Central District

Huntington Center

Where downtown Toledo comes alive for Walleye games, big concerts, and the kind of nights you'll talk about later.

Vistula

Lucille's Jazz Lounge

Live music weekly. Jazz, soul, folk, blues, and whatever else moves us. Intimate shows. National and local acts. Room for 80 people and not one bad seat. Historic Vistula District, Toledo, OH. Inside TolHouse, and always open to the public.

Central District

Belle Amour Bridal

Find your dream gown in the Central District, where designer styles and bridal accessories come together. Toledo brides, this one's for you.

Vistula

Creadio

Storytelling and software that move organizations forward. Creadio is the creative and software studio for healthcare systems, schools, museums, public agencies, manufacturers, distrubutors, and the national brands shaping modern America.

Downtown

Fifth Third Field

Catch the Mud Hens under the lights downtown, where summer nights and a packed ballpark just hit different.

Central District

Jupmode

Hometown pride you can wear, right in the Central District. If you bleed Midwest, this is your shop for apparel and gifts.

West Toledo

Amie's Pizza Factory

Family-run pizza kitchen out on West Central — hand-tossed pies stacked high, the kind of spot that feeds the whole team after the game.

Central District

Assembly American Brasserie

Downtown's got a brasserie that knows how to do bright, easygoing plates right in the Central District. Pull up for lunch or dinner with a view.

Vistula

Bellwether at Toledo Spirits

Tucked into Vistula, it's a distillery bar and kitchen where the cocktails hit and the kitchen keeps up. Come for the pour, stay for the plate.

Riverfront

Brim House

Tucked into a riverfront hotel downtown, this spot does elevated American comfort with a warm, welcoming vibe. Come for breakfast, stick around for dinner.

Central District

Focaccia's

Tucked in the Central District, it's your go-to for a solid meal and a good cup of coffee. Come hungry, leave happy.

Central District

Georgio's Cafe International

Tucked in the Central District, it's the kind of downtown restaurant where you settle in for a real meal. Worth the trip.

Warehouse District

Grumpy's

Tucked in the Warehouse District, it's the lunch spot locals swear by. Come hungry and settle in.

Central District

Handlebar Toledo

Hop aboard a pedal-powered party bike and cruise the Central District bar scene with your crew. It's nightlife you can steer.

Uptown

Handmade Toledo

If you're hunting for locally made gifts and art, this Uptown spot's got you covered. It's the home of the Maker's Mart, too.

Warehouse District

Home Slice Pizza

Thin-crust slices and a buzzing bar scene in the Warehouse District. It's where downtown Toledo grabs a bite and stays for the night.

Uptown

House of Dow

Vintage finds with serious character, right in Uptown. If you love digging for one-of-a-kind apparel, this Toledo spot's got your closet covered.

Downtown

Imagination Station

Hands-on science the whole family can dig into, right in Downtown Toledo. Built for kids, but you'll have just as much fun.

Warehouse District

Libbey Factory Outlet

Hit the Warehouse District for glassware and tableware you'll actually want at home. It's home-goods shopping done the Toledo way.

Warehouse District

M'Osteria

Tucked in the Warehouse District, it's your spot for laid-back Italian and a craft cocktail or two. Come hungry, stay a while.

Warehouse District

Maddie & Bella Coffee Roasters

Small-batch roasters doing it right in the Warehouse District. Come for the coffee, stay for the neighborhood vibe.

Uptown

Market on the Green

Your friendly Uptown grocer for the everyday runs and the good stuff alike. Come get your shopping done right here in the neighborhood.

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Maumee Bay Brewing Co.

Tucked in the Warehouse District, it's the kind of brewery and restaurant where house pours and good company come standard. Pull up a seat.

Central District

Maumee Valley Chocolate & Candy

Sweet tooth calling? This Central District spot's got chocolate, candy, and gifts worth the trip downtown.

Uptown

Pizza Cat

Creative pies with a punk streak on Adams Street — Uptown's go-to when you want a slice that doesn't play it safe.

Warehouse District

Pizzapapalis

Deep-dish done right in the heart of the Warehouse District. Pull up with a crew and dig in.

Warehouse District

Quenched & Tempered

Half restaurant, half bakery, all good. This Warehouse District spot's got the savory and the sweet covered.

Riverfront

Real Seafood Company

Riverfront seafood that does dinner right, with a bar to match. Pull up for a meal where Toledo meets the water.

Central District

River House Arts

Tucked into the Central District, this gallery brings contemporary art to Toledo with a confident, local edge. It's a spot worth knowing.

Central District

Roman's Deli

Tucked into Toledo's Central District, this is the kind of deli locals swear by. Come hungry and grab a seat.

Warehouse District

Sabira

Tucked in the Warehouse District, this is where Mediterranean-inspired cooking meets real Toledo hospitality. Come hungry, leave like family.

Warehouse District

Spaghetti Warehouse

Tucked in the Warehouse District, it's the spot for family Italian done right. Grab a table, settle in, and let everybody find their favorite.

Central District

The Adams Street Cafe

Tucked into the Central District, this laid-back spot serves up downtown comfort food without the fuss. Come hungry, leave happy.

Warehouse District

The Blarney Irish Pub

Tucked in the Warehouse District, this is your go-to for a proper pint, a good meal, and game-day buzz. Toledo's kind of Irish pub.

Vistula

The Bottle Shop at Toledo Spirits

Stock up on spirits, glassware, and gifts in Vistula. It's the local distillery's bottle shop, and it's got you covered.

Central District

The Chop House

A Central District spot where the steakhouse classics meet a proper bar. Come hungry, stay for one more round.

Riverfront

The Garden by Poco Piatti

Tucked along the Riverfront, this fast-casual Mediterranean spot pairs wood-fired pizzas with wide-open Maumee River views. Come hungry, stay for the scenery.

West Toledo

The Original Gino's Pizza

A west Toledo pizza institution — pies, subs, and wings made the old-school way. Ask a Toledoan about Gino's and watch them get homesick.

Warehouse District

The Swamp Shop

Gear up for the Mud Hens and Walleye at this Warehouse District spot. It's where Toledo fans stock up.

Central District

Toledo History Museum

Step into Toledo's story right in the Central District, where the city's history and industrial roots come to life. Bring the whole family.

Old West End

Toledo Museum of Art

World-class art in the heart of the Old West End, and you can walk right in for free. The Glass Pavilion alone is worth the trip.

Riverfront

Toledo Pickle

Paddle up, grab a drink, and play hard on the Riverfront. It's pickleball, arcade games, and good vibes all under one roof.

South Toledo

Toledo Zoo & Aquarium

Pack a day's worth of curiosity into one South Toledo spot where the animals and aquarium keep the whole family hooked.

Warehouse District

Ye Olde Durty Bird

Tucked in the Warehouse District, it's a restaurant and bar where the food's worth the trip downtown. Come hungry, stay a while.

Riverfront

Zia's at the Dock's

Tucked along the Riverfront, it's your spot for Italian eats and a good drink with the water right there. Pull up and stay a while.

Warehouse District

Erie Street Market

Spend a slow morning browsing the Warehouse District's go-to market hall. It's a family-friendly stop that's easy to love.

Warehouse District

First Base Lounge

Right in the Warehouse District, this is your spot for drinks, eats, and live music all in one. Step inside and stay a while.

Central District

Just Toledo

Stock up on natural home and self-care goods in the Central District, then stick around for a hands-on workshop. It's the good stuff, done locally.

Warehouse District

Planted by Urban Flowers

Where the Warehouse District comes to find its green. Plants, planters, and everything the city gardener needs.

4KD Crick Brewery

4KD Crick Brewery is a brewery in Toledo that's worth checking out when you're in the neighborhood.

Bird's Eye View Circus

Bird's Eye View Circus brings a bit of spectacle and fun to Toledo, stop by and see what's happening.

Copper Moon Studio

Copper Moon Studio is a spot in Toledo worth checking out, stop by to see what they're all about.

Downtown

Downtown Toledo

Where dinner and a show feel right at home, this Downtown corner serves up good eats, local arts, and a nightlife scene worth sticking around for.

Edward Ford Memorial Park

Edward Ford Memorial Park is a local green space in Toledo worth stopping by when you're in the neighborhood.

GardenView Flowers

GardenView Flowers is a flower shop in Toledo, ready to help with whatever you're looking for.

Inside the Five Brewing

Inside the Five Brewing is a brewery in Toledo that's worth stopping by when you're in the neighborhood.

Olander Park

Olander Park is a spot to check out in Toledo when you're looking for somewhere to spend some time.

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral is a place of worship and community here in Toledo, welcoming those who stop by.

Uptown

The Portal at Toledo School for the Arts

The Portal at Toledo School for the Arts is a spot worth checking out in Uptown.

Downtown

The Switchboard

Downtown bar and live music venue serving Toledo’s creative class — drinks, art shows, DJs and one of the best small stages in the city.

Toledo Mindfulness Institute

Toledo Mindfulness Institute is a spot in Toledo worth checking out, we'll add more details soon.

Vistula

Toledo Spirits Company

Toledo Spirits Company is a distillery in the Vistula neighborhood that we'd love to tell you more about soon.

Vistula

TolHouse

Tucked into Vistula, it's the kind of local spot that makes you feel right at home. Come see what the neighborhood's been talking about.

Twin Oast Brewing

Twin Oast Brewing is a brewery in Toledo worth checking out when you're looking for something local.

Upside Brewing

Upside Brewing is a brewery in Toledo, ready to welcome you in whenever you're looking to raise a glass.