Akron

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com
Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com
Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com
Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com
Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com

Between seeing rare animals in the zoo and touring the museums and parks, visiting this small city in Ohio will provide days of entertainment.

The city of Akron has flourished because of its location between the Cuyahoga River, which connects to the Great Lakes, and the Tuscarawas River, which connects to the Ohio River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. With various gardens and parks, a zoo and museums, Akron is a small city with lots to see and do.

Akron was once known as the Rubber Capital of the World. Goodyear Tyre and Rubber Company was founded here in 1898 and its headquarters remain to this day. Visit the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, the home of Goodyear executive F.A. Seiberling. Tour the 65 opulent rooms of the mansion or stroll through its manicured gardens.

If you are an animal lover, make sure to visit the Akron Zoo. Observe more than 700 animals and nearly 100 different species at this wildlife park. The zoo is dedicated to breeding programmes intended to preserve endangered species. The park is split into six themed areas meant to mimic different regions of the globe. See snow leopards in the Legends of the Wild section or watch grizzly bears in the Grizzly Ridge area.

Akron has several museums. Experience history firsthand at Hale Farm and Village with its meticulously recreated 19th-century life on a rambling farm. Take part in a cooking demonstration or walk through the heritage garden and farmyard. Visit the Akron Art Museum, home to an extensive permanent collection as well as a constant rotation of travelling exhibits. The museum’s structure itself is notable for its 2004 redesign that incorporated the original building into a new, thoroughly modernistic structure with a glass exterior.

Fly into Akron-Canton Airport, 15 miles (24 kilometres) south of Akron. Rent a car or take the METRO bus into the city. Whether you visit to investigate the area’s history, explore Ohio’s only national park, at the nearby Cuyahoga Valley, or just enjoy the downtown restaurants and shopping, Akron is full of attractions and activities to catch your interest.

Where to stay in Akron

Akron showing a river or creek, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

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.

Downtown Akron
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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
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Merriman Valley

If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.

Merriman Valley
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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.

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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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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
Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn
Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn
3 out of 5
200 Montrose West Ave, Akron, OH
The price is S$109 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$109
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rosemont Country Club and ...
5.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
"Good for an overnight stay"

Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025

Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn
Quality Inn
Quality Inn
2.5 out of 5
2873 S Arlington Rd, Akron, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$87 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
S$87
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Firestone ...
5.8/10 (858 reviews)
"Too far off the main road. Drove past twice Many fixtures need remodeling"

Reviewed on 9 Jul, 2025

Quality Inn
Comfort Inn & Suites Copley Akron
Comfort Inn & Suites Copley Akron
2.5 out of 5
160 Montrose West Ave, Akron, OH
The price is S$119 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$119
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (895 reviews)
"na"

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Copley Akron
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
2.5 out of 5
3325 Fortuna Dr, Akron, OH
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Akron. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Firestone Country Club ...
6.4/10 (404 reviews)
"Good hotel for my needs. No desk at night and in morning. I left early in the morning. Felt I needed to call in to make sure I was checked out. Would be helpful to have a touch screen for check out or even a key dropoff."

Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2025

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit ~ 10 Mi to Akron!
Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit ~ 10 Mi to Akron!
3 out of 5
Akron
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Akron. Enjoy free parking, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Portage Lakes State Park and Turkeyfoot ...
Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit ~ 10 Mi to Akron!
Nautical Akron Cottage w/ Sunroom + Lake Views!
Nautical Akron Cottage w/ Sunroom + Lake Views!
3 out of 5
Akron
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Akron. Enjoy free parking, a marina, and patios. Popular attractions Turkeyfoot Beach and Firestone Country Club are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"I normally dont leave reviews but had to review this first class accommodation. Its the perfect location for easy access to Akron, with a perfect host. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 15 May, 2025

Nautical Akron Cottage w/ Sunroom + Lake Views!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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