Downtown Akron Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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$24
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$271 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$271
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service.
BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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$175 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$175
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Nice locay right on campus, close to lots of fun stuff"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
30 Shawnee Trail Aurora OH
The price is AU$139 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$139
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

3 out of 5
1420 Main St Cuyahoga Falls OH
The price is AU$168 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$168
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuyahoga Falls. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Room was very clean and well maintained.Housekeeping was extremely accommodating. Ice and vending in a convenient location on our assigned floor was a nice addition. Only complaint: I called and was granted a suite upgrade. When I arrived to check in my request was not honored.."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
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$126 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$126
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Macedonia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,114 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Courtyard by Marriott Canton

Courtyard by Marriott Canton

3 out of 5
4375 Metro Cir Nw Canton OH
The price is AU$162 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$162
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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. ...
Courtyard by Marriott Canton
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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.

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.

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, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and Cuyahoga Valley National Park are top sights worth seeing.

A waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks in a forested area with autumn leaves.

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.

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.

Downtown Akron Travel Guide

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