Akron Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Akron
Where to stay in Akron
Downtown Akron
Downtown Akron is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal Park and EJ Thomas Hall.
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.
Firestone Park
While there might not be top attractions in Firestone Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Firestone Stadium and Topgolf.
Northwest Akron
If you're spending some time in Northwest Akron, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and Cuyahoga Valley National Park are top sights worth seeing.
South Akron
While South Akron isn't home to many top sights, Firestone Stadium and EJ Thomas Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
Hampton Inn Akron-South
Our assigned room wasn’t cleaned. The receptionist was helpful in getting us another room.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Courtyard Akron Downtown
Room clean and bed comfortable. Staff very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn
The pool was out of order, the staff was not always present to answer questions.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
EJ Thomas Hall
You can make plans for a show at EJ Thomas Hall during your trip to Akron. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Other places like Akron
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- Akron Civic Theater
- Akron Children's Hospital
- Akron Zoo
- Portage Lakes State Park
- Akron General Hospital
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- Summa Health System – Akron Campus
- Summit Mall
- Firestone Stadium
- Akron Art Museum
- Chapel Hill Mall
- Akron-Summit County Public Library
- Weathervane Playhouse
- Topgolf
- F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
- Highland Theater
- Perkins Park
