South 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.
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.
Akron Children's Hospital
If Akron Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Akron.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Self-Guided Akron Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron
Top hotels in South Akron
Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn
Nice overall stay
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Room was clean. Staff was nice.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Clean. Got a small gift for being a Expedia platinum member. Breakfast was ok. Could do with a few non pork options.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
Great
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
Nice room and quiet nights. Best place to stay in Canton Oh
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South 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.
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.
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.
Middlebury
When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to EJ Thomas Hall and Akron Art Museum, 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.
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.
