Top Rated Attractions in Waterville

Named after the side cut extension found in Erie and Miami canals, the Side Cut Metropark serves as a refuge to fishermen. Located within the park is a habitat named Alvar, a rare find on great lakes. The park boasts of facilities such as picnic shelters, sledding hill, Windows on Wildlife (a wildlife feeding station) and also a playground. Also found here is the Bluegrass Island, which provides fishing opportunities.

Stretching over an area of 30,000 square feet (2787 square meters), the Wildwood Manor House was formerly known as the Stranahan Mansion, named after the owners. Built in the Georgian colonial style, the manor features a courtyard with circular tables, a dining hall and a study room that has a piano. Moreover, the manor is lined with personal artifacts used by the family such as a crockery set.

Located on the bank of the Maumee River, the National Museum of the Great Lakes aims to preserve and showcase the history of the Great Lakes. Featuring a host of awe-inspiring maritime artifacts from age-old sailor uniforms and diving costumes to life-sized parts and equipment of vessels, this museum offers an informative insight into the history of shipping and the importance of the Great Lakes. The museum also features several scale models of historic ships that either passed through the route or were historically significant to the country.

Established in 1901, Toledo Museum of Art in Old West neighborhood is an internationally recognized museum that is replete with more than 20,000 objects that cover European, American art and a few Japanese, Greek and Roman artworks and artifacts. The museum hosts exhibitions of works of fine artists like Calder and Van Gogh, captivating audiences with beautiful artworks. This two-floor museum houses 45 galleries, concert hall, lecture hall, museum store and other spaces indicating the various developments this state-of-art museum has undergone since its inception. The Glass Pavilion holds a diverse glass collection and is among the major highlights in the museum.

Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral presents a splendid visage which evokes a sense of reverence and awe in all those who gaze upon it. Its construction was completed in 1931 and its architectural style resembles the style of other cathedrals built during the Middle Ages. A notable feature of Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral is that it serves as a mother church to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo. The church regularly hosts musical programs and religious events.