Things to do along I-75 N/S to and from the Detroit area (2 of 2)…read more I had to slow down the clock and spend a little time here. The real destination was Detroit. That said, I had coffee at one place, ate a meat loaf lunch at another, pawed the car windows and did some test sitting at a few dealerships, drove around the University of Toledo campus (which I didn't know is a very good school for STEM disciplines), and put the cherry on top of these few hours by visiting the Toledo Botanical Garden. I walked the garden and took photos. It was warm and humid, so I didn't really relax and sit a spell. Like many public gardens, the Toledo Botanical Garden, out toward the western end of the city, mixes up formal garden spaces with European cues and more organic spaces, meaning they are natural in affect and display very little rigid planning. I was fairly amazed how, as you moved along, these different vistas came into view. Everything was cohesively put together and you could enjoy the different environments they've curated for you. The Toledo Botanical Garden is part of the city metro park system, which I learned from other reviews. Thus, being under this umbrella might mean that the park is free of charge ... and it is! For this aspect and for delivering more than I had expected, having pulled it from a "top things to do" list, I believe the Toledo Botanical Garden handily earns 5 stars.

A great place to come to get away from city spaces. Plenty of routes to walk around and take in the…read moregardens, sculptures, and art. There are some events that go on here in the evening, so would love to come back and experience one of those. Also, looks like you can take art classes here!

Carly is the sweetest local business owner! She genuinely cares about your needs and although…read moreprofessional, she also makes it feel like you are speaking to a good friend! Her venue space is BEAUTIFUL and the location is absolutely perfect, especially for the locals!

My high school had an alumni brunch here. Beautiful old building, in a residential neighborhood so…read morethere's not much hunting going on here anymore. The food was very good- the usual brunch buffet spread of breakfast items, bagels and lox, pastries, etc. Sweetie even got me to eat some of the fruit and veggies. Service was excellent. The facilities worked perfectly for a mid-sized party, with a large room for the food and tables, a bar alcove, comfy sitting rooms, etc. It would be a great place for a wedding and/or reception or a large family reunion.

We just attended a wedding reception here and it was a great venue. It's an interesting place to…read moremingle and the servers were very attentive in keeping the drinks (and good times) flowing. There isn't a big open dining room, so tables for the dinner were split in two rooms plus outside on the patio (with a big tent). The food was excellent as well, which isn't always the case with banquet food. I have no idea what the status is about if this is a members only club or what it takes (or who you have to know) to host an event here, but from a guest's perspective this is a five star experience.

Everything went well. From beginning to end the service was incredible. There was definitely a…read morepersonal touch. When it was all said and done, I was overcome with jubilation. 10/10 would recommend.

From the owner: We specialize in luxury picnic packages to mark special occasions. We create table settings & other…read moredécor needs for elopements, micro-weddings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and other intimate events. Even though we focus on picnics, couples can always opt for regular table height settings! Whether your event is indoors, outdoors, or in one of our heated bubble tents, we're ready to accommodate any preferences you may have! Toledo, Ohio. Serving the Metropolitan area, or wherever yourevent takes us. Services Offered We take care of everything from delivery, set up and clean up! Leaving you to arrive and enjoy. Packages vary and accommodate anywhere from 2 guests up to 40 . Packages include but not limited to Assorted rugs/throw blankets, Assorted plush pillows, place settings, aisle decor, custom picnic tables and more. Additional Services Offered: Partial wedding planning, Day of wedding coordinator, Wedding site building, Traditional tablespace set ups, Stationary. We pride ourselves on making your wedding or event day as seamless as possible. If wedding planning services are needed we can also assist with finding event spaces and vendors. Couples can also opt for add-ons through our trusted vendors, including charcuterie boards, chocolate-covered strawberries, private chefs, photography, wedding cakes, florals and more!

We stayed at the Federal Inn in Maumee for 5 nights during Christmas 2022. We were traveling from…read moreCalifornia to Maumee for the holidays. The inn was beautifully and thoughtfully restored by Katie who owns and runs the inn and has a degree in architecture. Katie is wonderful host and cook. She met us on our late arrival (winter storm). Katie was exceptionally thoughtful and accommodating. We had wonderful homemade baked bread and overnight oats for our first breakfast. She built a fire and hosted our in-laws for tea the next morning. The rooms are very comfortable and up to date. We will absolutely stay here again when we return to Maumee. Thank you Katie!

We were so lucky to find this inn for a quick getaway from the Detroit area. A lovely home nestled…read morein a quiet and interesting neighborhood in Maumee, this was just the place to relax and recharge. This house was lovingly restored and updated with so many quaint touches that you can't possibly take them all in. Our host couldn't have been more charming and somehow managed to both give us privacy and be there when we had questions or wanted a chat. Her culinary background shines through in her beautiful breakfast dishes and surprise cookies and cinnamon rolls (if you are lucky). The area was perfect for nature walks and our host had the perfect recommendations for food and drink nearby. Highly recommended for the wonderful stay, lovely company and spot on advice for making the most of our time.

I took my seven-year-old daughter here yesterday to make a cute hot chocolate in a mug candle…read more Everyone was super nice and accommodating and letting us pick sense and make the candle our own. I would definitely recommend this as something fun to do with your child or also a girls afternoon

From the owner: Sit back, relax, & enjoy the scents of calm, peace, & tranquility. Callisto Terra is a DIY studio…read moreoffering weekly candle classes in Toledo. A small business created to bring you the fun memories and a great time. Browse the selections of candles and products that line the studio walls or create your very own relaxing aromas in one of their candle making workshops. Offering unique experiences including walk-in candle classes and private parties, classes in our studio or we will travel to you, birthday parties, bachelorette parties, bridal parties, date nights, class partnerships with businesses and organizations, corporate team building parties, candle art classes, wine and candle classes, crystals and candles classes, holiday parties, fundraisers, kids classes, kids camps, classes for conferences, kids events, program classes, classes at local venues, and customized classes and programs including candle making and wax melt making. We also offer handmade concrete, glass, and pillar candles and wax melts online and in our studio for purchase. We can do wholesale candles and partnerships as well as specialized bulk orders for events, fundraisers, weddings, corporate gifts and more.