Downtown Akron Travel Guide

Akron

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Popular places to visit

Akron Civic Theater

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.

Akron Civic Theater
Lock 3 Park

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 3 Park
Lock 4 Park

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.

Lock 4 Park
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

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.

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Summit Mall

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.

Summit Mall
Cuyahoga River

Cuyahoga River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cuyahoga River during your travels in Merriman Valley.

Cuyahoga River

Things to do

Akron Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron

Self-Guided Akron Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron

Rp200.899
per adult
Self-Guided Akron Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Rp277.277
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Bridalveil falls

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rp309.917
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Akron

BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1 South Main Street, Akron, OH
The price is Rp2.425.720 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.425.720
Rp2.795.642 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
"I loved the hotel decor, the historic look and feel of the hotel. I did not like having to walk from the garage to the hotel. After you park your car, you have to walk through a connecting hallway to enter the hotel courtyard. This hallway was filthy and odorous. Seeing this area as your first exposure ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

2 out of 5
9789 State Route 14, Streetsboro, OH
The price is Rp821.959 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp821.959
Rp928.814 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Streetsboro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"The property is located below another quality hotel, but has a charming, privacy because of the trees. It has ample parking and is very quiet. The bed is good quality, everything in the room was clean, including very clean and attractive wood flooring instead of carpet, which I liked. Perhaps the ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
215 S. Depeyster Street, Kent, OH
The price is Rp2.197.899 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp2.197.899
Rp2.483.627 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic property"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 out of 5
2873 S Arlington Rd, Akron, OH
The price is Rp975.205 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp975.205
Rp1.123.925 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Firestone ...
5.6/10 (891 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Quality Inn
Hyatt Place Canton

Hyatt Place Canton

3 out of 5
5421 Whipple Ave NW, North Canton, OH
The price is Rp1.689.303 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.689.303
Rp1.951.145 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Canton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Good overall"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Canton
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

3 out of 5
268 East Highland Rd, Macedonia, OH
The price is Rp1.298.088 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.298.088
Rp1.496.047 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Macedonia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The staff were amazing at this property. I do not usually take the time to write a review as I travel often and am rather busy but when service is above and beyond I do make sure to give praise. Priya at the front desk was so friendly and helpful and Theo the head of maintenence was amazing as well ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Akron

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South Akron

While South Akron isn't home to many top sights, Firestone Stadium and InfoCision Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Akron
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Middlebury

When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to InfoCision Stadium and EJ Thomas Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Middlebury
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Elizabeth Park Valley

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Elizabeth Park Valley
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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.

Summit Lake
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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.

Highland Square
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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.

Firestone Park

Downtown Akron Travel Guide