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Akron/Summit County

Akron/Summit County is a sightseeing stop in Akron, OH, part of the Cleveland guide. Cost: free.

77 E. Mill Street · Akron, OH

Why you should go…

The Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization for Akron and Summit County, Ohio, established in 1973. It promotes area attractions, lodging, meetings and events to leisure and business travelers from a visitor information office in downtown Akron. Its coverage area includes the Cuyahoga Valley National Park gateway and Akron's museums and historic sites.

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Maps and brochures

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Akron/Summit County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Downtown Akron Partnership

    Free

    Downtown Akron's promotion and management organization, a hub for visitor maps and ambassador help.

    Right next doorMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Akron Zoo

    Under $25

    A midsize zoo in downtown Akron with tigers, Komodo dragons, and a popular Grizzly Ridge exhibit.

    1.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Attractions
    History Buff

    Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

    Under $25

    Tour the Tudor Revival manor of Goodyear co-founder F.A. Seiberling and walk 70 acres of historic gardens and a conservatory.

    3.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Cuyahoga Falls

    Free

    Ohio city along the Cuyahoga River known for its namesake falls, riverside parks and access to Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

    4.7 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Portage County, OH

    Free

    A Northeast Ohio county between Cleveland and Akron, home to Kent State University and the Cuyahoga River's headwaters.

    10.0 mi awayMore like this

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    First & Main Hudson

    Free

    A lifestyle shopping and dining center beside the green in historic downtown Hudson, with local boutiques and restaurants.

    12 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping