Downtown Akron Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, various buildings, and a parking lot.
A cityscape with a prominent church with twin towers, surrounded by modern buildings and a sunset sky.
A cityscape with a historic church, modern buildings, and a parking lot.
A city skyline with historic and modern buildings, a parking lot, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a highway, and green spaces.

Stay near popular Downtown Akron attractions

A theater marquee with the name 'CIVIC' and details about an event: 'AKRON CIVIC COM', 'AKRON SYMPHONY', 'APR 14', 'TITANIC', '8P'.
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Open Photo by Allie

Akron Civic Theater

8.2/10 (225 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$25
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Akron Hotel Deals

BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1 South Main Street Akron OH
The price is AU$281 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$281
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

3 out of 5
4047 Bridgewater Pkwy Stow OH
The price is AU$173 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$173
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow
Courtyard by Marriott Canton

Courtyard by Marriott Canton

3 out of 5
4375 Metro Cir Nw Canton OH
The price is AU$196 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$196
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was convenient. Breakfast was not great. $10 for the “buffet” and we did not eat more than 2 bites because the quality of food was not good."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Canton
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
215 S. Depeyster Street Kent OH
The price is AU$181 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$181
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)
"Best location!"

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

3 out of 5
268 East Highland Rd Macedonia OH
The price is AU$147 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$147
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Macedonia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
The Aurora Inn

The Aurora Inn

3 out of 5
30 Shawnee Trail Aurora OH
The price is AU$161 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$161
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aurora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (740 reviews)
"Clean, cute, very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

The Aurora Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Akron

Find the best Downtown Akron areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A large brick building with a tower, arched entrance, and multiple windows.
Photo by Carey René
Open Photo by Carey René

Northwest Akron

If you're spending some time in Northwest Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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.

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West Akron

If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Akron Travel Guide

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