Northwest Akron Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

For an up-charge, you ride in the glass domed car for a panoramic view of the park. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
For an up-charge, you ride in the glass domed car for a panoramic view of the park. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. For $18 you can take the train for a three hour round trip through the park. You can stay on the train the entire journey, or you can get off and explore one of the small towns the train passes through. They have an option to load your bike on the train so you can ride the train as far as you want and bike the rest of the journey. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad travels south from Independence, OH through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and winds up in Akron, OH. For $18 you can take the train for a three hour round trip through the park. You can stay on the train the entire journey, or you can get off and explore one of the small towns the train passes through. They have an option to load your bike on the train so you can ride the train as far as you want and bike the rest of the journey. They have breakfast trains, brunch trains, wine trains, beer trains... #NationalPark
Some of the best Pad Thai I have ever eaten, along with Thai iced tea and spicy wontons.

Where to stay in Northwest Akron

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Fairlawn Heights

While Fairlawn Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Summit Mall and AMF Riviera Lanes.

Fairlawn Heights
Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn

3 out of 5
208 Springside Dr Akron OH
The price is ₹9,266 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹9,266
₹10,679 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akron. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The pool was out of order, the staff was not always present to answer questions.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites Akron Fairlawn
Wyndham Independence

Wyndham Independence

4 out of 5
6200 Quarry Lane Independence OH
The price is ₹5,013 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹5,013
₹5,890 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cleveland Metroparks Zoo ...
6.4/10 (1,023 reviews)
Bed was broken n the toilet was small no ice machine worked

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Wyndham Independence
Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside

3.5 out of 5
5800 Rockside Woods Blvd Independence OH
The price is ₹11,943 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹11,943
₹14,034 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
Yes, thank you

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside
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Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South

2.5 out of 5
3325 Fortuna Dr Akron OH
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Akron. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Firestone Country Club and Topgolf ...
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Akron - South
8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard

8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard

3 out of 5
Garfield Heights OH
Stay at this cottage in Garfield Heights. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cleveland Museum of Art and Topgolf are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Kitchen fully equiped. Quiet neighborhood

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

8 Mi to Dtwn Cleveland: Quiet Home w/ Fenced Yard
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Popular places to visit

Probably the nicest mall in northern Ohio haha

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.

Summit Mall
Akron Civic #theatre

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.

Akron Civic Theater
Stan Hywet Museum

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.

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Cleveland, Ohio, USA Downtown Skyline

Cuyahoga River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cuyahoga River during your travels in Merriman Valley.

Cuyahoga River

Copley Golf Range

You can take time to visit Copley Golf Range during your travels to Akron. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Copley Golf Range

AMF Riviera Lanes

You can take time to visit AMF Riviera Lanes during your travels to Fairlawn. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

AMF Riviera Lanes

Cities near Northwest Akron

Almost passed up this restaurant! Glad I didn't! Marie's is best known for their pizza, but they have other healthy Italian options. Come here HUNGARY! The food is made fresh with generous helpings. You'll go home leftovers. I had a Reuben and only ate half a sandwich. DO NOT pass this up if your coming through NE OHio. Worth the drive! I'll be ordering take out for sure!

Wadsworth

Brandywine Falls torrent

Cuyahoga Falls

School bus in Medina

Medina

Dayton featuring a bridge, a park and autumn leaves

Akron

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