Downtown Akron Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Akron
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 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.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Akron
BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"everything was clean and nice. only 1 elevator was functioning... so patience is required"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Canton
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Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
"From the moment we walked in, the assistant manager Joanna greeted us like old friends. She was genuinely happy to see us and made sure we got checked in as quickly as possible. Even gave us some snack bags. We stayed for 3 nights and we took advantage of the free breakfast; crispy bacon, eggs, cereals, ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Aurora Inn
"Staff was very friendly and the whole environment was relaxing"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow
"Nice Hotel great staff and a great location if you are going to the Blossom music center"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
"Really a lovely place--comfortable, quiet, nice pool and spa, good restaurant. I'd definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Akron
West Akron
If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
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 North American Indian Cultural Center.
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.
North Hill
While North Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Akron Art Museum and Chapel Hill Mall.
