South Akron Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South 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.
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.
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.
Cuyahoga River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cuyahoga River during your travels in Merriman Valley.
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.
Akron Children's Hospital
If Akron Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Akron.
Activities
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best South Akron Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
Awesome stay, very clean and excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Clean room.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Akron - Canton Airport
The room was clean and the staff was helpful! Would stay again!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Everything from the rugs in the lobby, to the waffle maker, to the bathroom, to the pool was just filthy. Staff were not bothered by the state of the rooms, breakfast area, or pool. Unless it's a last resort, I would not recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Canton
Breakfast was fresh and restocked quickly. Tables were clean, staff were kind and courteous
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
Staff was top notch!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Akron
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.
Downtown Akron
Downtown Akron is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal Park and EJ Thomas Hall.
East Akron
While there might not be top attractions in East Akron, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Derby Downs and Firestone Stadium.
Middlebury
When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to InfoCision Stadium and EJ Thomas Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sherbondy Hill
If you're spending some time in Sherbondy Hill, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
