Downtown Akron Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent church with twin towers, surrounded by modern buildings and a sunset sky.
A city skyline with historic and modern buildings, a parking lot, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
A theater marquee with the name 'CIVIC' and details about an event: 'AKRON CIVIC COM', 'AKRON SYMPHONY', 'APR 14', 'TITANIC', '8P'.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a highway, and green spaces.
A cityscape with a historic church, modern buildings, and a parking lot.

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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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

NZ$30
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$33
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

NZ$255
per traveller
Discover US East Coast Self Guided 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 NZ$289 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$289
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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
Best Western Plus North Canton Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus North Canton Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
6889 Sunset Strip Avenue NW North Canton OH
The price is NZ$175 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$175
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in North Canton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus North Canton Inn & Suites
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 NZ$194 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$194
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Spark by Hilton Akron Fairlawn

Spark by Hilton Akron Fairlawn

3 out of 5
4073 Medina Road Akron OH
The price is NZ$155 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$155
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"No"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Spark by Hilton Akron Fairlawn
Quality Inn & Suites Medina - Akron West

Quality Inn & Suites Medina - Akron West

2.5 out of 5
2850 Medina Road Medina OH
The price is NZ$104 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$104
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Medina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Quality Inn & Suites Medina - Akron West
The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
30 Shawnee Trail Aurora OH
The price is NZ$248 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$248
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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
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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. Learn more about Downtown Akron
Learn more about Downtown Akron
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.

A waterfall cascading over rocks surrounded by lush green foliage.

West Akron

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

A large brick building with a tower, arched entrance, and multiple windows.
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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.

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 Chapel Hill Mall.

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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