VoiceMap GPS Driving Tour
History Along the Maumee
The history of Northwest Ohio is interwoven with the threads of myth, legend, and folklore that flow along the banks of the Maumee River—shaping our understanding of both the past and present. Join us as we travel from downtown Toledo to Grand Rapids and back. $11.99
VoiceMap GPS Walking Tour
Old West End Stroll
Toledo's Old West End is one of the largest collections of late Victorian homes left standing in the United States. Walk with us as we explore the fascinating stories behind these classic examples of Colonial, Georgian, Italian Renaissance, Queen Ann, Dutch Colonial, French Second Empire and Arts and Crafts homes. Bundle $12.80
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Explore Fort Meigs
Discover Ohio's role in the War of 1812 at one of America's largest reconstructed log forts. On this walking tour, you’ll learn how British and Canadian troops, assisted by a confederation of American Indians under Tecumseh, besieged the fort twice. Explore how the 10-acre log garrison presented a formidable defense and earned the nickname “the Gibraltar of the Northwest.” Experience the war at this National Historic Landmark through soldiers’ letters and diaries. This family-friendly tour is a must for anyone visiting Northwest Ohio. $11.99
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Port of Toledo
This 90-minute walk along the heart of downtown Toledo’s riverfront offers sightseeing, boat watching, and fascinating details about Toledo's rich maritime history. Stories like the crash of the Yuma into the Cherry Street Bridge and the building of the first 5-masted sailing vessel the David Dows help to highlight a whole new perspective on Toledo, the Maumee River, and the largest landmass port on the Great Lakes. All proceeds benefit the National Museum of the Great Lakes. $5.99
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Toledo Architecture
Whether it’s your first time in Toledo or you’re a local curious about the stories behind Toledo's downtown, this three-part tour is a fascinating introduction to the Glass City's architecture. The buildings we'll explore are keys to unlocking the past and understanding the city's mood over the last century, give or take a few years. Since the mid-1800s, buildings have been constructed, renovated, destroyed, and replaced in the core of our downtown, but what remains represents a dense history of Toledo.
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The Maumee Valley Trek
Put on your walking shoes and listen as we tell you the stories and history behind the most prominent buildings and spaces in places like BG—Northwest Ohio's funkiest little college town, or Sylvania—the city of trees. All part of the Maumee Valley Trek, a series of walking tours that take you around to some of the key historic and scenic communities in our area.
TESTIMONIALS
“Wow! This was an incredible tour and well put together! I was thrilled at everything that I learned and enjoyed it so much! It was perfect for all of my children 9-12-15. I also thought it would have made a great date night, anniversary, or even something to do with a parent/grandparent. Thank you, I appreciate my city that much more now!"
~Frances
My 10 year old and I had fun driving most of the tour (we stuck to the downtown area). It was an interesting way to break the monotony of the day and actually was his reward for getting his school work done. Thank you so much for this!
~Elise
"Thank you! Our family did this tour this afternoon and had an absolute blast. Informative and entertaining, it was the perfect escape... Can't thank you enough for putting it together and we look forward to any other adventures you have planned.
~Jared