South Akron Travel Guide
Akron
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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.
Canal Park
Catch an event at Canal Park during your trip to Akron. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron
Top hotels in South Akron
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Room was clean.. breakfast wasn’t the best
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
Friendly staff, good area.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Akron - Canton Airport
Did not use airport shuttle or eat breakfast had to leave to early.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Canton
Yes
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Beds were comfortable! Dog friendly! Clean
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Tried to cancel literally seconds after making reservation because I realized I reserved the wrong location. Sent message to the property and was still charged for 1 night.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Akron
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.
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.
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.
East Akron
While there might not be top attractions in East Akron, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Derby Downs and Firestone Stadium.
Middlebury
When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to EJ Thomas Hall and Akron Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sherbondy Hill
If you're spending some time in Sherbondy Hill, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
