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A little escape from the world. My mom, daughter and I really enjoyed our tour. Great tour guide. Our favorite part was the old window Christmas displays. We went home feeling so happy and glowing from our experience here. Great job!

We had such an amazing time. As someone who absolutely loveeeesss Christmas, I definitely recommend this place! We drove about 4 hours to get here and it was definitely worth it. You can just feel like Christmas spirit as soon as you walk through the door. We are definitely coming back next year and the year after that. The staff here is amazing. Every room is unique and you can tell a lot of thought was put into each arrangement. They don’t just have Christmas items up. Each item is unique and special and you can tell it is treated with care! I can’t stress enough how lovely this place is. Mark Klaus is like a real life Santa Claus giving people the gift of Christmas. I’m truly grateful for this place and all of the wonderful staff! Thank you so much!

Such an Amazing time for all of us. I love the whole setup. The gift shop has a wide variety of things to choose from. Upon entry/starting you are able to enjoy a purchased adult beverage during the tour/visit. So much to learn and see. We had a blast!

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Rocky River Reservation stretches along the banks of the river of the same name, located within the Cleveland metro area and the suburbs of Brook Park, Fairview Park, Lakewood, Berea, North Olmsted, and Olmsted Township. The river is a top destination for steelhead anglers, noted as one of the United States’ top 50 fishing areas. Visitors can spot native wildlife such as white-tailed deer and migratory bird species or learn about the region’s ecosystems at the Rocky River Nature Center.

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The Rocky River Reservation, as you might have guessed, is spectacularly rocky. Its steep shale cliffs form beautiful gorges surrounded by dense forests and lush wetlands. The area is home to a variety of bird species and visitors may be able to spot the native white-tailed deer.

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Phenomenal park with a nice nature center as well as stairs up to an observation area (see photos). You can also take a more leisurely stroll along a gentle curving path to get up to the observation area. It’s gentle enough that we made it with a stroller without an issue. Great area to take your dog for an outdoor jaunt – leashed, of course.
Beautiful sights and a great place to feel in touch with nature while in close proximity to the city.

First time to Rocky River Reservation in quite awhile and definitely first time during the Winter. Enjoyed the trails and plenty of opportunities for all the photographers out there for great photos.

The Rocky River Reservation is an excellent place to visit! You can stop at the many different parking areas to get out and view the river or falls. We got to see otters, deer, and groundhogs while we drove through the long Reservation. The park overall was quiet, felt safe and had plenty of restrooms along the route. This park is excellent and I would highly recommend going there!

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Beautiful park with some spacious full hookups! Lots of primitive camping as well. Beach, boat rental, trails & even a storybook trail for little readers! Can be a tad wet if you’ve had an abundance of rain. 🌧

We only camped 1 night in a 26′ travel trailer in site 210. It was a great looking and all the power worked well. Sites are a comfortable size. They appeared to be celebrating Halloween just before or after the Tuesday we were there. The shower/bathroom/laundry building was clean and the bathroom worked fine.

The only thing to complain about was the smell wafting over from the pit toilet.

One of the best campgrounds around. Nice lots and a great lake to kayak on.

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Beautiful Beautiful Place Of Peace Enjoying All The Amenities. New Residents & Now A Family Favorite Park In Our Top Five Residential Parks. Get Views & Scenery With Beautiful Landscaping. We Appreciate Your Business Looking Forward To Our Next Visit.

Great views. Very accessible in Lorain County. Pretty clean beach, lots of fun shells and fossils to discover. Very kid-friendly.

Happy people enjoying bliss. Visit for a dose of stress relief 😊❤️. Beautiful rose bushes fragrant and vibrant, amazing lakefront views, soft grass to tickle your toes, good vibes to sooth your soul. There are also benches to lounge upon, a pavilion, plenty of garbage cans to dispose waste, on site park rangers, and public restrooms. A must visit if you are in Lorain Ohio. 👍😍

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Unexpected tourist stop on I 71 that has become a destination for many. Such a delightful surprise! Reminiscent of a small town farmers market, offering nostalgia and homemade candies, fudge, jams, spreads, meats, tons of cheeses, snacks, gifts, etc. The atmosphere is friendly and the entire place is clean and well kept. Tons of free samples and a cafe ready to make you a fresh sandwich. If you’re a cheese and candy lover, this place is Heaven on earth!

This place is really neat. First off it’s easy to get to from the interstate and there’s plenty of large vehicle parking.

They’ve got a few buildings to check, but you should start with the big one. Huge selection of all sorts of food. Cheese, meats, snacks, jelly, sauces, I could go on and on. They’ve got a small restaurant that serves a perfect lunch. Mostly sandwiches.

The other building we went in had candy galore. Lots of unique stuff.

Well worth the stop for sure!!!

So many different types of cheese! If you love cheese, this is the place to go. They also have a nice selection of meat sticks, butters, teas and crackers. The chocolate store has lots of chocolate and delicious fudge. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the place was clean. We’ll definitely be visiting again some time.

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Loved this beach!!
Beautiful view of the Huron Lighthouse.
Beach was clean & not crowded.
Public bathroom & showers close by. Floats, kayaks, beach chair & umbrella rentals available.
$6 parking for all day

I loved this quiet public beach. There are lots of informative signs, some cute places for photo shoots, tables and grills, on site rentals and merchandise, a playground and volleyball court, along with outdoor showers and toilets. Yes, all these conveniences yet a smelly outhouse as the only relief. As much as I love the place, I gotta take away the star. If it was an overall barren location I’d let it be, but a place so otherwise lovely would serve its patrons well with a personal hygiene area competitive with the twenty first century.

Beautifully maintained beach. Great volleyball courts, changing rooms were clean and private, even the portapotties were clean. Was so nice to relax with the whole family, next time we are in the area we will for sure come back. The little snack shop was well stocked with everything you might need at a beach as well. There’s a shower to rinse off with which we were grateful for after playing on the playground before heading out on our next adventure.

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Unfortunately the trip to the top was closed because of covid, but the rotunda was open and really something to see and understand. The peace between the US, UK, and Canada we kinda take for granted today, but there definitely was a time when such a thing wasn’t guaranteed. Really awesome to see it and read the different displays. So cool!

A must visit place in Put-In Bay. The view from the top of the observatory was awesome! The park rangers were friendly and helpful. The ticket to the top of the tower was $10 for adults. It takes around a minute in a classic old elevator to reach the top. The rangers will be there to explain the brief history. In the top there are information boards and also the guards who can explain the view and the information about the islands in sight.

Great views from the top! Inside the moment there’s a nice history of the monument and the area. It’s right next to the Lake Erie shoreline so it’s very scenic.

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Captain Ron never gives up!! Always an AWESOME fishing trip. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Boats are ready when you show up and take you to the fishing!

I can’t recommend this company enough they were outstanding! Captain Jerry went above and beyond to make sure that we were on fish. His boat was clean and well organized and he treated us like kings. If you are looking for a great walleye fishing experience you will want to definitely book with these guys

Lake just turned over and fishing was tough all over the lake. Capt. Tomcat was still able to put us on fish! He was knowledgeable, friendly and provided a great time! Communication with Capt. Bob Witt was great, he was honest and fair. Lodging was comfortable and price is reasonable. Booking again next year with Capt. Tomcat.

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Don’t let the smoke stacks cloud your judgment of this park. It has so much to offer!

Miles of scenic trails for birdwatching, running, walking and biking. The trails I hear will be getting some much needed work to ensure a safe and smooth trek.

There are many fishing piers and access points to kayak the waters in and around the park.

For Boat Nerds, you can watch great lake freighters out on the horizon. If you’re lucky, you may see them pulling into the River Raisin just south of the park.

The sunrises and sunsets are gorgeous and beautiful and the pops of color are amazing.

If I have on complaint, it’s the human factor on the Beach. Please don’t litter. There are many garbage receptacles. We can do better.

This state campground has some full hook up sites. Campground is clean and the camp host was receptive when we told here there was standing water by our water spigot possibly indicating a leak. It’s nice to be able to explore the beach on Lake Erie but wear your shoes as there are dead fish, shells, branches, and garbage. There is a paved, 4 mile trail which circles some lagoons.

Not the biggest beach, but there is plenty of parking and a big swimming area. Ample grills to cook if you want to make a day of it. There is also a fishing area, boat launch, campground and trails, if you enjoy any of those activities. If you are in the area and want to get back to nature, definitely give it a shot.

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Located on the east bank of the Maumee River in downtown Toledo, the National Museum of the Great Lakes tells the story of the five Great Lakes with more than 300 artifacts, 50 interactive exhibits and a retired ore freighter, the “SS Colonel James A. Schoomaker.” The museum, which opened in 2014, replaced the small museum that used to stand near the lighthouse in Vermillon, Ohio. Highlights of the museum include the freighter, which you can explore during the warm weather months, and the extensive collection of ship models. Admission is $17 for adults, $14 for children (6-17 years), and $10 for seniors (65 and older), and free for those age five and younger.

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One of the newer museums to grace the town of Toledo, this fascinating exhibition center contains everything from replica ships to models of freighters, machinery left over from the industrial boom times of the Midwest to dinnerware from the grand pleasure steamboats of Lake Erie. The museum is also home to the Col. James M. Schoonmaker ship; the erstwhile Queen of the Lakes (the title awarded to the largest shipping vessel in operation on the American Great Lakes), which dates all the way back to 1911 and offers an immersive glimpse at the industrial culture of the Maumee River and beyond from the early 20th century.

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As it offers a fascinating look at the history, culture and nature of the region, the National Museum of the Great Lakes is definitely not to be missed when in town. Home to innumerable exhibits on the area’s past, it lies just across the river from downtown, right next to the Front Street Marina. Opened in 2014, the magnificent museum tells the stories of the Great Lakes through artifacts, photos and displays, highlighting the importance of the region to the United States.

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Not only have the Great Lakes played a significant role in the history of Toledo, but they’ve also had a substantial impact on the entire region. When you visit the National Museum of the Great Lakes, you’ll learn more about these important natural resources and how they shaped the history of the country. The museum tells the fascinating stories of the Great Lakes using beautiful photographs, over 300 artifacts, 40 hands-on exhibits, and numerous audiovisual displays.

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Learn about the history of the Great Lakes and get a first-hand view at hundreds of artifacts at the National Museum of the Great Lakes. There are interactive exhibits throughout the building that tell the stories and significance of the Great Lakes on the United States. One of the most impressive exhibits is the century-old Col. James Schoonmaker ship, which is part of the museum and open for self-guided tours.

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In the 1600s, French fur traders established some of the earliest European settlements in the area. It began hundreds of years of history throughout the Great Lakes – and an important beginning for Toledo’s history. The National Museum of the Great Lakes is dedicated to telling the story of all the Great Lakes from Native Americans through the rise and fall of the shipping industry across the lakes.

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The National Museum of the Great Lakes tells the story of the Great Lakes through photography, over 300 artifacts, powerful audio-visual displays and hands-on interactive exhibits. Visiting this museum will transport you back in time with tales of fur traders from the 1600s to the rum runners in the 1900s. This historic and informative attraction will create lifelong interest for those who visit.

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Another museum to visit in Toledo is the National Museum of the Great Lakes. Learn about the history of the Great Lakes area through a self-guided tour of the over 300 artifacts and interactive exhibits here. One of the most popular exhibits at this Toledo museum is the Col. James Schoonmaker Ship, which is known as the largest shipping vessel in operation in the Great Lakes.

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Toledo is located on the southwestern corner of Lake Erie, in the heart of the Great Lakes, making it a great place for the National Museum of the Great Lakes. The museum is modern and interactive; it is full of exhibits telling the stories of people and industry on the lakes. A visit to the museum begins with an immersive video introducing each of the lakes.

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The National Museum of the Great Lakes shows off the interesting history of our Great Lakes. You’ll get to learn a lot about these lakes, which make up about 84% of the freshwater in North America. Your tour guide will also show off some of the boats once used to traverse these lakes.

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Located on the River Maumee’s Bank, the National Museum of Great Lakes offer a fascinating account of the amazing Great Lakes. This museum is being operated by the Great Lakes Historical Society. This beautiful museum also consists of a maritime park spread over an area of 3.5 acres.

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National Museum of the Great Lakes is solely dedicated to the great lakes of Toledo area. There are about six galleries found at the place both indoor and outdoor. The seasonal attraction which is the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship that is a must see that was built in 1911.

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This is a excellent museum with great information and displays. For someone visiting the Great Lakes for the first time, this was a great primer and perfect for a few hours. The models of historical ships, boiler steam propulsion and Coast Guard history were all highlights.

The interactive displays were engaging and fun for kids of all ages. Some of the displays left me wanting more backstory and the intro video, although beautifully presented, could be so much more. I look forward to returning in the summer to tour the Schoomacher.

Really neat place! This is something in my own hometown that I had never experienced before. Such a unique spot to be taken. The museum had lots of interesting bits of history and getting to go on the actual boats was so awesome. Probably not a place for huge parties or small kids because it’s a lot of historical things and small areas inside. The stairs are also a little bit difficult to maneuver but seeing how old everything is I definitely understand why. Everyone should visit here at least once in their life.

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An immersive and hands-on exhibition space that’s dedicated to unravelling the wonders of science for children of all ages, the Imagination Station has been a staple of the Toledo waterfront since opening way back in the late 90s. Today, the institution is one of the most acclaimed in the city, offering a whole range of so-called ‘Learning Zones,’ where visitors can expand their knowledge about things like healthy eating, fossil fuels, solar energy, kinetics, gravity, sound waves, agriculture, optical illusions, weather systems – the list goes on!. There’s also an eatery on site (appropriately-named the Atomic Café), serving up all the family favorites, from burgers pepperoni pizzas.

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A fun, family-friendly place, the Imagination Station lies in the center of the city, along the banks of the Maumee River. Impressively enough, it contains over 300 interactive exhibits that look at everything from agriculture and engineering to solar energy, sound waves, and weather systems. A firm favorite with locals and tourists alike, the science museum was first opened in 1997 and now occupies a state-of-the-art center along the city’s waterfront.

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Imagination Station in downtown Toledo is a family-friendly science center that caters to the curiosity of visitors of any age. There are hundreds of exhibits that explore the science behind energy, water, agriculture, engineering, health, and more. Live experiments take place throughout the day at the Extreme Science Theater, giving visitors a chance to be a scientist and learn about things like combustibles, sound, and motion.

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Imagination Station is in Downtown Toledo and is the region’s resource in interactive science, technology, engineering, and math education for young scientists. There are hundreds of interactive exhibits, activities, and demonstrations available that teach vital science concepts. This science hub provides children the tools necessary to thrive in the 21st century and the skills to prepare for a future in science and innovation.

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Conveniently situated at 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604, United States, Imagination Station is the second most well-known landmarks of Toledo. It’s a
hands-on, educational children’s science museum with permanent exhibits, programs & summer camps. You
can find us at 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604, United States, and you can get in touch with us at 419-244-2674 for any inquiries and reservations.

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If you’re visiting Toledo with kids, you’ll want to visit Imagination Station, a children’s museum that has plenty of science-based exhibits for young learners. Found in downtown Toledo, Imagination Station features over 250 interactive exhibits focusing on a wide variety of topics, from healthy eating to engineering to gravity to solar energy. There are plenty of opportunities to learn here.

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Toledo’s Imagination Station (formerly called COSI) is located on the waterfront in the heart of downtown. The museum features eight themed learning worlds, including “Sports,” “Waterworks,” “Kidspace,” and “Mind Zone.” Imagination Station is open every day except for Mondays and major holidays. Admission is $13 for adults and $12 for seniors and $11 for children 3-12.

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The Imagination Station lies on the Discovery Way near the Maumee River’s riverfront. Formerly it was a science and industrial center. This science museum, now, offers a hands-on and interactive experience to its more than three-thousand scientific exhibits and displays.

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We had so much fun when we took our kids and nephew to Imagination Station. I am so pleased that they have the option to purchase a membership because that is exactly what we are going to do. They even had a quiet room in the children’a area if anyone was overstimulated and needed a break. There is food, beverages, a gift shop, indoor & outdoor activities so much to do indoors and even a beautiful view from the inside out. Fun for all ages! 🙂

So fun for kids tiddler to elementary school! The toddler area is fantastic and all the exhibits are educational and fun! Keeps their minds working without them even knowing! And I highly recommend the 3D theater. So cool and with 20 minute run times, even little ones don’t get to antsy!

I haven’t visited this place in many years. There were a lot of cool stations that engage the kiddos in learning about the world around them ans how things work. My only recommendation would be to pack some snacks. The food choices were slim. Not sure if the pandemic and supply shortages is to blame for that or not?

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Set between the beautiful rows of Edwardian and Georgian mansions that adorn the famous Old West End area of central Toledo, the Toledo Museum of Art is home to some seriously totemic works that are a must for any culture-vulture hitting T-Town. Be sure to catch the classic masterpieces by Rembrandt and Rubens that await in the main collection displays, and don’t forget to case out the gorgeous array of glassworks that helped make the museum so famous. More recently, a stylish, glass-clad auditorium and workshop space was added, famed for its gorgeous curved glass walls and designed by the revered Frank Gehry no less.

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Fifty art galleries displaying a wide variety of art are waiting for you at the Toledo Museum of Art. This art museum not only features contemporary and historical art in the indoor galleries but also features a gorgeous garden and sculptures found in the 36-acre outdoor space. The Glass Pavilion is must-visit while you’re here, however many people flock to the Toledo Museum of Art to simply view classic art favorites by Rembrandt or Picasso.

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One of the top attractions in town, the Toledo Museum of Art can be found just a couple of minutes drive from downtown, in the Old West End neighborhood of the city. It boasts an incredible array of artworks with ancient Egyptian artifacts, decorative arts, paintings, glassworks and sculptures. Founded in 1901, its huge collection of over 30,000 objects occupies an elegant and enormous Greek Revival-style building.

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Situated right in the heart of Toledo, Toledo Museum of Art is a Glass-walled extension of the Toledo Art Museum showcasing 5,000 works of art made of glass,
perfect for your first visit in town. Arrange for your trip to us by giving our office a
phone call at (419) 255-8000 and visit us at 2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43620, United States. Enjoy your visit to Toledo with Toledo Museum of Art.

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The Toledo Museum of Art, founded in 1901, houses a diverse collection of art with special emphasis on 19th and 20th century European and American paintings. The museum’s glass pavilion, opened in August of 2006, features an extensive collection of glass objects, ranging from ancient times to the present. The museum, located in Toledo’s Old West End neighborhood, is free to the public.

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The Toledo Museum of Art is an art museum that houses a collection of more than 30,000 objects. The museum was founded in 1901 and moved to its current location, a Greek revival building in 1912. The museum holds significant collections of glass art and 19th- and 20th-century European and American art, as well as collections of Renaissance, Greek, Roman, and Japanese art.

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Since its founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of its collection, innovation, and educational programs. All art lovers should add this museum to their list of must-see attractions, as there are many amazing sites to behold. With several different types of exhibits, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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Beautiful indoors as well as outdoors, Toledo Museum of Art is a very classic and elegant option for your photos. I love the marble steps located outdoors as well as the Glass Pavilion for a great indoor spot. You’re always taking a risk here on a Saturday – there will be party busses lining the street and there are only a few sets of marble steps to share.

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Being of the most amazing attractions the city of Toledo ever had, the Toledo Museum of Art lies in the downtown Toledo’ Monroe Street. The amazing collections and attractions of this museum comprise some more than thirty-thousand works of art. Edward Drummond, a locally famous glassmaker founded the Toledo Museum of Art in 1901.

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Toledo Museum of art is the perfect place to land on some amazing artwork from talented artists such as Alexander Calder. Expect to find some sculptures as well as paintings from all over the world which is a plus. There are also glassworks on display at the glass pavilion which is the highlight of this art museum.

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UT’s Center for Visual Arts is located downtown next to the world-renowned Toledo
Museum of Art. You can spend a whole day here viewing all the exhibits, and it’s
great for college students’ budgets because there is free admission!

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The Toledo Museum of Art is an internationally known art museum that houses more than 25,000 pieces. The glass collection is one of the most popular exhibits in the museum. It contains over 5,700 pieces that range from ancient Roman to present day.

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This museum has the best restaurant that you need to stop by. Their meals are the best and delicious. In all the other cities, this specific museum restaurant that is in Toledo serves the best meals among the other museums in other cities.

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It was a bigger museum than I expected and curated well. The inside layout is a bit confusing but you can see a lot. You get a lot of hope for good items when you first walk in and see the Van Gogh and Monet right away, but that was about it. There was a small Rodin Thinker as well. All in all, a good time, and worth a visit if you are in the area

The Toledo Museum of Art has so much to offer for engagement and wedding photo locations! I much prefer the outdoor locations so I do not impede on museum-goer experiences, but they are so good you won’t even miss the indoor spots! There are marble columns for some classic and regal-looking photos and then there are pathways surrounded by unique art. My favorite spot is this cool metal building/wall. Rainy or bad weather? The Glass Pavilion is a very cool spot right across the street.

Went to see the traveling Age of Armor exhibit that is currently on display. It was wonderfully laid out with an available audio tour. How ever long you think you’ll be there, add time. There’s much to see.

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I went just over this week for one day. The staff was very friendly, made sure that everything was just right and answered all of my questions that I had. For the ticket price, it was amazing. For less then $100, I was able to take my family on a nice day trip to the water park. As for the actual water park, it was very clean, and very kid friendly. For older kids, it might get boring a little quick, but it was great for my family. I loved our time that we spent there and I highly recommend!

Great for a birthday party! Park is clean and well staffed. Slides are fun; water is warm & crystal clear. Food is delicious but pizza is comparable to Little Caesar’s hot & ready. Go early for best seating and locker rental.
Wonderful for a family outing no one will forget.

Pretty great!! Their water park is super fun, and everyone is nice! Food isn’t that great, but there are a lot of restaurants around. The water slide are great, and the lazy river is so fun!! I came here with some younger cousins (ages 1-4) and they had a blast! There’s something there for everyone!! Great place, and super fun for a get away weekend, or party with friends!

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Absolutely huge store with everything you could want when exploring the outdoors. The prices seem reasonable and you can find discounted items inside. Aside from all the items for sale there is a mini-mountain in the center of the store decorated with animals and a waterfall. Another big attraction is the giant statue out front of two bears fighting.

Awesome sporting goods store and far better than Bass Pro Shop! So much to see and do in including an aquarium and animal exabits. Everything you’d need whether it be hunting, home defence, coats, and just about everything else Cabela’s has it! Very easy to get lost it’s such a huge store! Fun to just walk around and look and at everything!

Beautiful store with so many stuffed animals on display. Huge selection of everything outdoors, camping, fishing, camouflage, clothing.
Prices are in line with this type of store-expensive. Bit then I was only there to browse, there wasn’t anything I needed or wanted.

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My favorite week of the year is for the August race. I’ve been camping on and off for 20 years, started in Northfield and the last 15 in Brooklyn Trails. I enjoy the atmosphere, many neighbors are the same year to year. Upgraded to the Champions Club in 2021 and it is worth every penny. Great food and air conditioning, nice seats with a good view.

We made it to the Nite Lights at the end of the season, and it was great! This is a drive-through light display. Over 4 miles of lights are displayed with their own radio station featuring trivia and Christmas music. If you didn’t make it this year, add it to your list for next year – it’s definitely worth going!

Went to the race in August. The seats were kinda steep at first, but once you walk up and down many times you get used to it. Amazing, loud race!

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Great experience! The screen is massive and can be viewed from all parking spots. The snack bar was delicious but long lines so get there early. Tune in your radio to the right station and have a great time at the drive in movies!

Love this place! We try to make it here at least once every year. It’s everything you imagine a drive-in should be. However the bathrooms are a constant problem (none flush/overflow) and the hand soap/sanitizer dispensers needed filled. Other then that, a great time!

Great way to watch a film or two. Excellent family night out. Good snack options.

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We were there on a Saturday afternoon and evening. FireKeepers has so many slot machines it was never an issue getting on one to be able to play. A lot of different varieties of machines. Something for everyone. Only played slots, so I can only comment on those. Lots of fun!

Great place to go normally. However this time half of their games were not working! I was very surprised. However it was a good time. Even though I never get lucky here! Hopefully you will have better luck than me! Definitely recommend it after they fix all their games! Good luck hope yours is better than mine!

Came up for a romantic getaway and had a great experience. We love roulette and was a little disappointed that only two tables were open but the wait wasn’t long at all. The room was great, including the view. The Staff was friendly, from check-in to the security staff. The location is right off the highway which is convenient.

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Went on the second to last day of the season, loved it, the animals look like they’re well taken care of, loved the zebra tram, the African section of the zoo, there were some peacocks walking around the zoo. Loved that you can see the bears, lions and other animals up close. Very clean and great employees, I just wished we had gone earlier in the season, will definitely be back in summer 😀

This is a really underrated zoo. My family loves to go to different zoos and for the mid-sizes zoos we have been to, this was one of the better ones in my opinion. The views in the lower savannah area with the zebra, giraffes, ostrich is one of the coolest views I have seen. The zoo is very spacious, so if you are up for some exercise, make the walk, I did but the rest of my family took the trolley. The walk is definitely not easy. Also the Zebra feeding area is too high so the kids had to feed the giraffe through the fence. Definitely would consider making the trip up to this zoo again in the future.

Great place to spend a day the animals were active my kids loved it and is mostly handicap accessible we have someone with a wheelchair and we went through the entire zoo we had a little trouble in the Africa part but were warned well. Getting in was quick even on a busy day feeding the giraffes was an awesome experience for my kids we all had a fantastic trip.

4.5(4633)

We went on a family outing here and had a great time. We went during the week so it was not busy at all which allowed for a more leisurely walk through the museum. There were exhibits, interactive learning stations, and rides. It has something for all ages. I appreciate that the museum makes a effort to highlight minorities and women for their contributions to aviation. We watched a movie on women’s suffrage in the theater. We are planning another trip to be able to spend more time. We spent about 2 hours and could have spent more.

This place is very unique and enjoyable for all ages. The kids love coming here because they have some really cute, clean, safe rides that they can enjoy. The lines are usually very small or even now wait. They keep the place very clean and tidy. The staff are friendly. There are so many things to do here. There are a lot of things that you can look at, some things to play with, some things to ride in, a movie theater, and a good mix of everything. I definitely recommend checking this place out! We bought a membership and the membership even gives you discounts on other museums.

This air museum is beautifully constructed and each mural is painstakingly painted. The items in the museum are well taken care of, the information, the guides, the exhibits. You can’t come to this air zoo without feeling something about the amount of history you visually see. The aircraft alone can take your breath away, just imagining the machine when they were in their hayday and the lives that were changed from wars and tours. There are sections of the museum that will open your eyes to what some of the young men and women who served in wars and what they endured. This place bring you as close to the machines as possible. You get the insiders perspective from the outside. We have gone here a couple times and each time we walk away with more information and appreciation.

With COVID still lingering social distancing is a must and mask wearing highly recommended. We went as soon as they opened and it was wonderful the lack of people made the experience of viewing the aircraft very intimate and the solitude very peaceful. We didn’t feel rushed nor felt the need to engage except for the occasional button to press. They sanitize the exhibits regularly for those being touched and also have the cafe open should you get hungry. I recommend the caesar salad is was generous in portion and very delicious. My son had the turkey sandwich which was also a great portion. We purchased our meals ahead which was nice as once it turned lunch time we were hungry and the items were ready.

The staff were amazing and helpful and just like anything else in this time frame be patient as low staff does affect businesses. I would recommend spending at least 4 hrs to seeing it all and go back in time from the exhibits. You will thank yourself for taking the time to appreciate the past.

4.8(894)

Well maintained museum with friendly and helpful staff! Quite glad to see COVID protocols being implemented effectively. I had made an appointment online prior to my visit, however, they do take walk-ins as well, which may be limited based on occupancy. Planetarium is very good too, with decent sound quality and clear displays, with staff ensuring social distancing while assigning seats (always safer to book in advance). Watched the Cosmos Odyssey, which was added recently, which is informative and interesting even for adults! Had planned to visit the 3rd level where they have a Mummy display, but were told that museum would close soon after the planetarium show and so, missed that. Overall, a very good experience and kids would definitely love this visit.

Very nice museum. I wish there was more interactive play, but because of covid it looks like a lot got put away. We saw the planetarium show, One world One sky featuring Elmo and big bird. My kids loved it. Definitely worth going every once in awhile to see the newest exhibits!

I took my girlfriend and daughter and we had a good time. The cute little interactive stuff just amazed my daughter. There was a lot of stuff unavailable or in transition that we didnt get to see but what we did see,.we enjoyed!

4.7(880)

I had the most wonderful time last night. This was my first wine dinner and cannot wait until the next one.

This is a beautiful store , very clean with great customer service. They let me sample the wines I wanted to buy first. Good prices with a great selection. Anxious to try their brandy and bourbon. I will definitely be a repeat customer. Highly recommend it

Thanks for the tour Skyler, you did a great job. I’ve been here several times, but always learn something new. The tastings we’re fun and we all enjoyed the experience. Thank you again.

4.7(334)

This is a hidden gem! It was wonderful and there’s so much for the kids to do. We enjoyed the water slides & especially the lazy river. The Cafe wasn’t open despite it being a busy weekend (went in January, 2020). Nicely located and adjoins to the hotel. The hotel had a really nice breakfast that was included and had a full array of breakfast food & beverages. I didn’t care for the pool life jackets and would probably see if you can bring your own for smaller kids.

I’ve been calling there for several months and the water park is still closed. I doubt the arcade is up and running yet either. I’ve been really wanting to take my Kids there but unfortunately after this long and always getting excuses about the water park needing parts and they still haven’t came in yet tells me that it’s more than likely never going to reopen. Everything I call whichever month it is they always say they expect it to be ready at the end of the month. Yeah okay! Also management doesn’t answer emails

The place is completely shutdown. They told us for renovations but there was not a single renovation going on. Still charged three hundred a night. No cleaning service as well. The staff was the only good thing there. They are all completely wonderful but whoever owns this thing is using covid to the extreme to make money and provide no services. Other hotels in the area at least have a pool open and are serving hot breakfasts. Look around, better hotels in the area offering more.

3.7(635)

Wine was phenomenal. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly in helping us with wine selection. Got 2 flights each ( 6 pours each) for $24. Was able to mix and match wines, spirits, and beer as well which many establishments don’t allow. Wine was fantastic. Highly recommend and I don’t understand why this place sits at a 4 star rating.

My wife and I love supporting Michigan made products and decided to try the Blueberry flavored wine. I myself am not a wine drinker, my wife had not even a half of a glass and later started to feel horrible. Everyone in the home had the same meal while my wife added a glass of wine, she started complaining of severe stomach pains and subsequently ended up hovering over the toilet for several hours throwing up. Maybe the blueberries went south, unfortunately this will be the only experience we will have with Round Barn Winery.

We had a great tasting. The igloos are free to sit in and the tastings are $12 each. Cool atmosphere.

4.1(458)

What a magical day we had! My son’s first carousel ride. We reserved a ticket in advance for the one hour slot. We rode every ride for the entire hour and my son was so excited and overjoyed. The staff is amazing, kind, knowledgeable, friendly, caring, and fun! The carousel is in such impeccable shape. Do this, and then head to the beach for a dip – you won’t regret it!

We had our wedding reception at the Shadowland Ballroom and rented the carousel for one hour during the event. It was FANTASTIC!

The staff is great to work with and were excellent communicators leading up to the event.

We had 150 guests (all older than 21) and the carousel was a hit. We did our rental from 8:00-9:00pm, so right after we finished dinner at 6:45, we did the first dance, mother / son, father / daughter dances, and went straight out to the carousel to do our professional photos before opening it up to guests.

I liked that timeline because guests could get a drink or two in them first before enjoying the ride. Photos on the carousel did take longer than I expected, so the full hour was pretty necessary.

If you’re debating whether or not to book the carousel for your event, I recommend you go ahead and do so. It’s super fun! And as a bonus they give you 60 free ride tokens at the end. We’re including them in our thank you cards!

Ben Pancoast was our photographer and did an INCREDIBLE job!! Bridesmaids dresses on Rent the Runway, hair and makeup Hanna Wagner Design out of Grand Rapids.

A must visit!!! One of the absolute coolest carousels in the country, maybe the world! A ride is affordable and a lot of fun. The carousel is very well maintained, structurally sound, authentic and quite festive. The line is never too long and there are plenty of fun things to look at and interact with while waiting. Often times, they will also have bean bag toss (cornhole) and side walk chalk right outside the surrounding glass doors. The carousel is also attached to the Curious Kid’s Museum Discovery Zone, which is great for kids ~age 2-6. Bathrooms are VERY nice and clean.

4.7(953)

Beautiful park that fronts Lake Michigan with stunning view of lighthouses and piers. Playground for kids. Beach volleyball courts, concession stand, bathrooms, paved trail connecting to Howard family Trail. Paid parking is limited in season. Beautiful sunsets and walking distance to many other local attractions. No dogs in beach but allowed in paved trail.

Always relaxing when taking a stroll on the pier at Silver Beach. Any season is a stop and walk treat. Beautiful views which will include stunning sunsets most every evening year round.

Beautiful views. Amazing splash pad. Easy parking and wonderful beach on Lake Michigan. Great little shops, cute downtown, great coffee and chocolates! We will be back to spend some time here next summer.

4.7(5335)

My husband and I have made it a mission to visit every lighthouse in Michigan. This one did not disappoint at all. The walk out to the lighthouse was peaceful and the waves crashing made for a even more peaceful walk. The views are breathtaking. Definitely worth the visit.

Over 100 years young, this charming double lighthouse and the surrounding scenery (dunes, beach, tall grasses) is beautiful in all sorts of Michigan weather.

Love! Love! Love! Absolutely beautiful lighthouse! We enjoyed climbing to the top, the views are breathtaking! Highly recommend doing so if you can!

Made a plan of hiking here Saturday morning of a trip to get the day started. I was sorely mistaken on how easy I thought this hike was gong to be. We choose to do the rectangle loop beginning at Nature Trailhead and walking down to the beach and back around. The dunes were awesome to hike! We got a tad lost trying to get back to our car because there aren’t many signs near the beach area. We thought it would be a five mile trail walk and ended up taking 2 hours and burned 800 calories. Overall, 10/10. Bring water and wear sunscreen! Saw a few people other and about, but it wasn’t super packed for a nice day.

Really loved this beach! Took a day trip from Chicago (took about 1.5 hour without tolls) to enjoy the nice weather. It’s chillier and windier on the beach than in the park, so I’d recommend being prepared for that. However, the beach was clean and surprisingly long with plenty of spots to hang out. The sand was soft on the beach and dunes, and the parking lots were equally large, providing generous parking capacity. Restrooms were clean and right between the beach and the parking lot. Admission to park for me (non-resident) was $10 and there’s re-entry the same day. I can see this place really being a great getaway from the city during the summer, and if it were warmer, going in the lake would be quite refreshing. Highly recommend!

This was the first State Park where there was an honor system self pay box. Please make sure you put your payment in the slotted square post behind the envelope holder, not back into the envelope holder.

It was a little confusing at first but we got it figured out. The park pass is only $10 so make sure you have change, money order or a check.

The receipt and window display can be detached from the envelope and kept.

Visiting Warren Dunes was totally worth the perplexity.

Parking was a breeze. Beach access is appx 100 yards down from the parking lot. Camping is permitted. There are plenty of new restroom facilities and a gift shop along the Dunes.

Last but not least, Warren Dunes is absolutely beautiful!!

4.7(6209)

Huge Casino lot’s of slot machines! Great hotel with really nice rooms! It seems like it is smoke free now which makes it much nicer experience! Really nice hotel room if you’re to tired to go home! The food was excellent! Everyone loved everything they ordered! Uses REAL bacon for their BLT! Yummy! Of you have not been here I definitely would recommend it!

Beautiful casino with a huge amount of slot machines! Restaurants, shopping are located inside they even have a theater for concerts. Comfortable seats good views all around. Will definitely come back to see another concert here. Acoustics were good.Washrooms are well maintained. No smoking allowed inside which is a plus but people were allowed to smoke too close to leaving the building forcing people to walk through the smoke! The

Disclaimer: dont normally spend much time at casino’s.

Four winds casino’s is not the flashiest casino I have ever been to, that would most likely go to one in Vegas.

I do think this casino is very nice and well kept. Everything is well finished and clean. It does not smell saturated with smoke. There are very nice restaurant/ bar options. The buffet has great prime rib Saturday’s! The casino does a great job decorating for the holidays and making transitions! I would recommend for adults in the area that have a free night to experience part of southwest Michigan. Great environment to watch sports at the bars and center areas!

4.3(8520)