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What to do in Akron
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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.
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 theater scene and great live music.
Summit Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Summit Mall during your trip 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.
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.
Summa Health System – Akron Campus
Though Summa Health System – Akron Campus might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Akron while you are here.
Portage Lakes State Park
You can take time to visit Portage Lakes State Park during your travels to New Franklin. Attend a football game or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Akron Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Akron Zoo during your travels in Akron. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Akron Children's Hospital
Though Akron Children's Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Akron while you are here.
Areas of Akron
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.
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.
Merriman Valley
While visiting Merriman Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River.
Summit Lake
Though Summit Lake might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Firestone Stadium and Akron Zoo.
Northwest Akron
While visiting Northwest Akron, you might make a stop by sights like Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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.
