South Akron Travel Guide
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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.
Portage Lakes State Park
You can take time to visit Portage Lakes State Park during your travels to New Franklin. Attend a football match or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in South Akron
Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hyatt Place Canton
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Quality Inn
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Canton/Hall of Fame
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South 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.
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 Firestone Country Club.
Summit Lake
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Summit Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Firestone Stadium and Akron Zoo.
Middlebury
When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to InfoCision Stadium and EJ Thomas Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Blossom Music Center
- Akron Civic Theater
- Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market
- Portage Lakes State Park
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- Akron Children's Hospital
- Akron Zoo
- Rocky River
- Akron General Hospital
- Summit Mall
- Summa Health System – Akron Campus
- Canton Classic Car Museum
- Brandywine Ski Resort
- Castle Noel
- Boston Mills Ski Resort
- Falls River Square
- Akron Art Museum