Downtown 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.
Lock 3 Park
Learn about the local history of Akron when you take a trip to Lock 3 Park. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Lock 4 Park
Find out about the history of Akron with a stop at Lock 4 Park. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Cuyahoga Valley
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Akron
BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lovely, helpful staff, particularly Lilah and Monique. The hotel combines charm of the past century with the modern.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Been all over the country. Travel for my husband’s job.. this is a CLEAN, QUIET, hidden lil gem off the expressway. Room was extremely clean, front desk staff were great! I’m disabled and I have a service dog. He was welcome and he loved it too!! Had an issue with out bank debit card. Had to get ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Great selection of hot and cold items, plus coffees and juics
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Didn’t use any amenities but the rooms were updated and clean. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hyatt Place Canton
Very clean and cozy!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
Was here for a wedding
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Akron
South Akron
While South Akron isn't home to many top sights, Firestone Stadium and InfoCision Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
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.
