Northwest Akron Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

For an up-charge, you ride in the glass domed car for a panoramic view of the park. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
For an up-charge, you ride in the glass domed car for a panoramic view of the park. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. For $18 you can take the train for a three hour round trip through the park. You can stay on the train the entire journey, or you can get off and explore one of the small towns the train passes through. They have an option to load your bike on the train so you can ride the train as far as you want and bike the rest of the journey. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. For $18 you can take the train for a three hour round trip through the park. You can stay on the train the entire journey, or you can get off and explore one of the small towns the train passes through. They have an option to load your bike on the train so you can ride the train as far as you want and bike the rest of the journey. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
Some of the best Pad Thai I have ever eaten, along with Thai iced tea and spicy wontons.

Where to stay in Northwest Akron

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Fairlawn Heights

While Fairlawn Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Summit Mall and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens.

Fairlawn Heights
Baymont by Wyndham Copley Akron

Baymont by Wyndham Copley Akron

2.5 out of 5
130 Montrose West Ave Akron OH
The price is Rp841.818 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp841.818
Rp970.195 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Copley Akron
Wyndham Independence

Wyndham Independence

4 out of 5
6200 Quarry Lane Independence OH
The price is Rp913.158 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
Rp913.158
Rp1.072.961 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Topgolf and Brandywine Falls are ...
6.4/10 (1,011 reviews)
Staff was nice, pool was perfect temperature and the hot tub was not too hot and had powerful jets! Our room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was much better than most!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Wyndham Independence
Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside

3.5 out of 5
5800 Rockside Woods Blvd Independence OH
The price is Rp2.050.913 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Rp2.050.913
Rp2.409.823 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Fast check in nice clean rooms. I love the happy hour and breakfast is good.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside
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Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South

2.5 out of 5
3325 Fortuna Dr Akron OH
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Akron. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Firestone Country Club and Topgolf ...
6.4/10 (421 reviews)
Friendly staff, stove, fridge

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard

8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard

3 out of 5
Garfield Heights OH
Stay at this cottage in Garfield Heights. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Topgolf and Thistledown Racetrack are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Kitchen fully equiped. Quiet neighborhood

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard
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Popular places to visit

Probably the nicest mall in northern Ohio haha

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
Akron Civic #theatre

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
Stan Hywet Museum

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.

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Cleveland, Ohio, USA Downtown Skyline

Cuyahoga River

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

Cuyahoga River

Copley Golf Range

You can take time to visit Copley Golf Range during your travels to Akron. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Copley Golf Range

AMF Riviera Lanes

You can take time to visit AMF Riviera Lanes during your travels to Fairlawn. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

AMF Riviera Lanes

Things to do

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Rp285.772
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Bridalveil falls

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rp319.412
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron

Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron

Rp207.054
per adult
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Burn Rubber Round Akron
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Cities near Northwest Akron

Probably the nicest mall in northern Ohio haha

Fairlawn

Dayton featuring a bridge, a park and autumn leaves

Akron