West 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.
Akron Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Akron Zoo during your travels in Akron. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Perkins Park
Explore the great outdoors at Perkins Park, a lovely green space in Akron. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Things to do

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Akron

Quality Inn & Suites Medina - Akron West
"Maybe breakfast a little earlier"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
"Great place to stay,breakfast was excellent and staff very heñpful."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place Canton
"Very clean Nice big rooms Great breakfast"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Canton
"It was clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Akron South
"We had a wonderful stay at the Comfort Inn. The room was clean and spacious and the bed was super comfy. We enjoyed the breakfast as well. We will most likely stay here again the next time we are in Akron."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West 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.

Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.

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.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.

Northwest Akron
If you're spending some time in Northwest Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.










