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Toledo
S.S. Willis B.
Boyer
Launched in 1911, the Boyer, in its day, was the largest
freighter on the Great Lakes. Taken out of service in 1980 and,
eventually, completely restored to its original grandeur, for $6 ($4 for
kids 6-16) you can tour the vessel, be awed at the huge engine room, the
comfortable captain's quarters and even take your photo at the wheel.
The Boyer is berthed at the International Park and free parking
is available alongside the ship.
From 1 May through 31 October, the Boyer is open to tourists
10a-5p Monday through Saturday; noon to 5p Sundays. For more
information, phone 1-419-936-3070. The International Park has a web site
including information about the Boyer. See: Boyer.
From the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90), take exit 64 and follow I-75 NORTH
to downtown
Toledo and exit 201-A. Exit and turn right immediately on OH-2 (this is
Broadway. here). Follow OH-2 past the Broadway split and Knapp Street
(OH-2 takes the left) and continue on OH-2 (now Summit Street) to Cherry
Street. Turn right and cross over the Maumee River bridge. You'll see
the Boyer at the pier next to the park.
If you're in Maumee or Perrysburg (i.e., staying in one of
the hotels there), take US-20 EAST, through Perrysburg, to I-75. Take
the northbound ramp and follow I-75 to downtown Toledo and exit 201-A.
Exit and turn right immediately on OH-2 (this is Broadway. here). Follow
OH-2 past the Broadway split and Knapp Street (OH-2 takes the left) and
continue on OH-2 (now Summit Street) to Cherry Street. Turn right and
cross over the Maumee River bridge. You'll see the Boyer at the pier
next to the park.
Toledo Firefighters Museum
If you are accompanied by some future firefighters, this museum,
housed in a ca 1920 firehouse, features the lovingly restored,
hand-pulled 1837 'Neptune' - Toledo's first fire pumper. Also on display
are a couple pre-WW-II trucks and even a 'Fire Jeep'. The display is
completed by a wide variety of other fire apparati (including hundreds
of fire toys).
Open every Saturday from noon-4p; admission is FREE!
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Sandpiper
Cruises
This is a neat diversion that can add quite a high spot to
your trip. While they have many options, the two we feel most
appropriate for folks driving through with just an overnight stop - or a
two or three hour pause in driving - are:
Sundays, 8-10p - Sunset Cruise. This is (or certainly
could be) a romantic cruise at sunset to the background of carefully
selected love songs. (Not recommended with children). Weekly on Sundays;
fare is $15 per person. Dinner isn't served but they do include
'snacks'.
Thursdays, noon-2p - Picnic Cruise. This is a break in the
middle of the day. Figure about 3 to 4 hours interruption in your
driving for this unless it is in conjunction with other activities and
an overnight stay. The cruise takes in the waterfronts - including some
rather stately homes - and includes a 'picnic
lunch'. Weekly on Thursdays; fare is $16 per person (including kids -
they eat, too).
From the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90), take exit 64 and follow
I-75 NORTH to
downtown Toledo and exit 201-A. Exit and turn right immediately on OH-2
(this is Broadway. here). Follow OH-2 past the Broadway split and Knapp
Street (OH-2 takes the left) and continue on OH-2 (now Summit Street) to
Jefferson. Turn right and go to the end. The dock is here at Promenade
Park.
If you're in Maumee or Perrysburg (i.e., staying in one of
the hotels there), take US-20 EAST, through Perrysburg, to I-75. Take
the northbound ramp and follow I-75 to downtown Toledo and exit 201-A.
Exit and turn right immediately on OH-2 (this is Broadway. here). Follow
OH-2 past the Broadway split and Knapp Street (OH-2 takes the left) and
continue on OH-2 (now Summit Street) to Jefferson. Turn right and go to
the end. The dock is here at Promenade Park.
Their office phone is 1-419-537-1212. They have a web site at Sandpiper.
Toledo Botanical Garden
Actually this is a well managed collection of specialized gardens
(All-American Selections Vegetable & Flower Garden, the Grand Allee,
Herb Garden, Perennial Garden, Pioneer Garden, Shade Garden, Village
Garden) plus a tourable greenhouse. They also have a small garden cafe
and, of course, a gift shop. No admission charge - yes, its FREE -
except during special events (concerts, special shows, etc.).
The gardens are open from 8:30a-5:30p year-round - except during
special events (concerts, special shows, etc.).
From the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) take exit 59, turn left, and
follow US-20 (Reynolds Drive) northbound to Elmer Drive (about 5
miles). Turn left on Elmer to the Gardens and parking area.
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