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Portage County, OH, Kent, OH

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Portage County, OH

Portage County, OH is a sightseeing stop in Kent, OH, part of the Cleveland guide. Cost: free.

· Kent, OH

Why you should go…

Centered on Kent and the county seat Ravenna, Portage County mixes a college-town downtown around Kent State University with lake recreation at Mogadore and West Branch reservoirs and the Portage Hike & Bike Trail.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Portage County, OH, 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

    Cuyahoga Falls

    Free

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

    6.8 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.

    7.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Akron/Summit County

    Free

    Akron and Summit County, Ohio's official destination marketing organization and visitor information office.

    10.0 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Downtown Akron Partnership

    Free

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

    10.0 mi awayMore like this

  • 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.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Akron Zoo

    Under $25

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

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions