Northwest Akron Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Akron
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Akron Dog Park
After visiting Akron Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Akron.
University of Akron
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Akron during your trip to Akron. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Northwest Akron Hotel Deals
Wyndham Independence
Parking was nice and easy, hotel was very nice and clean. Staff were extremely polite & efficient. The only thing that bothered me, tremendously, was the loud elevator door. It sounded as if two pans were being rubbed and scrapped together every time the door opened and closed lol other than that ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
My room was right in front of the ICE machine and it was so loud all night I got no sleep .
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Location is great and the property is clean for a great price
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Akron - Canton Airport
We were displaced due to a power outage. This hotel was basic. The bed was uncomfortable, sheets were scratchy and thin. All towels were very stiff. It felt cheap for the price but functional.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Canton
The Hyatt in North Canton Ohio is outstanding. We gave them 5 stars in all categories. Easy check, helpful staff when the room refrigerator needed to be replaced. Room was very clean. Very quiet. Very good HVAC. Top quality bedding and bathroom towels. Outstanding morning breakfast included in price. ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Very nice
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Akron
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
Highland Square
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Highland Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Dr. Bob's Home or Highland Theater.
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.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
West Akron
If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins 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.
