What to do in Akron, OH

Activities, attractions and tours
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Akron Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Akron is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Akron to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Akron Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Akron attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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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.

Downtown Akron
Eclectic little vegan and GF cafe. Good food.

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.

Firestone Park
View from the Oxbow Overlook deck.

Merriman Valley

While visiting Merriman Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River.

Merriman Valley
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West Akron

While visiting West Akron, you might make a stop by sights like Akron Zoo and Perkins Park.

West Akron
Great venue for an intimate jazz concert. The buffet was great, but you can also order drinks and appetizers in the concert room

Highland Square

You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Highland Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Dr. Bob's Home or Highland Theater.

Highland Square
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Elizabeth Park Valley

Elizabeth Park Valley might not have many top sights, but Akron Art Museum and Akron-Summit County Public Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Elizabeth Park Valley

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