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
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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 AMF Riviera Lanes.

Fairlawn Heights
Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn

3 out of 5
208 Springside Dr Akron OH
The price is AU$166 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$166
15 Mar - 16 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
The pool was out of order, the staff was not always present to answer questions.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn
Wyndham Independence

Wyndham Independence

4 out of 5
6200 Quarry Lane Independence OH
The price is AU$107 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$107
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cleveland Metroparks Zoo ...
6.4/10 (1,025 reviews)
Needs a lot of work

Reviewed on 6 Mar 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 AU$219 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$219
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
Yes, thank you

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside
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Akron retreat with hot tub & game room - sleeps 10

Akron retreat with hot tub & game room - sleeps 10

Akron OH
Stay at this holiday home in Akron. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Blossom Music Center and F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
We had a great stay. The layout worked wonderful for what we needed. Rooms were large and it worked great for our sleeping needs. It was a quick 30 minute drive down to Canton for the Stagg Bowl. The hot tub was a special treat on a cold January day!!The only drawbacks were: The location - this could ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Akron retreat with hot tub & game room - sleeps 10
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 ...
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
12,000 Sq Ft Luxury Mansion | Events & Weddings

12,000 Sq Ft Luxury Mansion | Events & Weddings

Medina OH
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Medina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Bunker Hill Golf Course and Lake Brunswick ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
This place is amazing. Me and my family really enjoyed ourselves. We will be coming back to visit again soon.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

12,000 Sq Ft Luxury Mansion | Events & Weddings
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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

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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Cities near Northwest Akron

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