Visit Northwest Akron
Popular places to visit
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens during your travels in Akron. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Akron Civic Theater
You can enjoy a show at Akron Civic Theater during your trip to Akron. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Summit Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Summit Mall during your visit to Fairlawn. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Cuyahoga River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cuyahoga River during your travels in Merriman Valley.
Akron Dog Park
After visiting Akron Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Akron.
University of Akron
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Akron during your trip to Akron. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Northwest Akron
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
Staff, room all of it was fantastic
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Wyndham Independence
Great stay perfect staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Room was clean. Staff was nice.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Great affordable room, clean, fully functional... only detractor was room smelled a bit musty. Open window and HVAC running for a bit took care of issue.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
The room was very nice and spacious. The staff were amazing and very helpful!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn - Independence
Clean and very friendly staff. We stay there when we come to dr appointments
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Akron
Wallhaven
While Wallhaven isn't home to many top sights, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and Dr. Bob's Home are some notable places to visit nearby.
Highland Square
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Highland Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Dr. Bob's Home or Highland Theater.
Fairlawn Heights
While Fairlawn Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Summit Mall and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens.
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
Elizabeth Park Valley
Though Elizabeth Park Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akron Art Museum and Akron-Summit County Public Library.
West Akron
If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Akron Travel Guide
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- MGM Northfield Park
- Blossom Music Center
- Akron Civic Theater
- Castle Noel
- Akron Children's Hospital
- Akron General Hospital
- Brandywine Ski Resort
- Rocky River
- Boston Mills Ski Resort
- Summa Health System – Akron Campus
- Akron Zoo
- Portage Lakes State Park
- Summit Mall
- Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market
- Brunswick Auto Mart Arena
- Southpark Mall
- Medina Community Recreation Center
- Hartville Kitchen
