Downtown Akron Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Akron
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.
Lock 3 Park
Learn about the local history of Akron when you take a trip to Lock 3 Park. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Lock 4 Park
Find out about the history of Akron with a stop at Lock 4 Park. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
Activities
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Akron Hotel Deals
BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"The shower was nice. The first room I got had hair in the bed, then the 2nd room they gave me had hair in the bed and smelled bad, then the 3rd room was acceptable. I did not realize until I was there that it was a Marriott property. I would not recommend nor stay there again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
"Staff very friendly! Love the idea of a staff member in the breakfast area! The pool was very clean, my grandchildren enjoyed it morning and evenings! I have always enjoyed staying at a Comfort Suites! Thank you"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Aurora Inn
"Quaint property. Great atmosphere and outstanding hotel staff."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Canton
"The pull out sofa is a twin size! These rooms will not fit 6 people. My two young kids couldn’t fit together on the pull out and had to sleep on the floor."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Akron South
"Great location, neat and clean."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
"I haven’t stayed at an Embassy in quite some time, this footprint is like any other Hilton property and not like the original properties. The people were very nice but carpets in hallways were stained. This is a standard commercial mid level hotel with the added amenities of cook to order eggs and ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Akron
West Akron
If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
North Hill
While North Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Akron Art Museum and Akron Civic Theater.
