Akron Attractions
Learn about the fun and exciting things to do in Akron and the surrounding area-- from historic homes to the Zoo.
Akron Fossils and Science Center
The Akron Ohio's Fossils & Science Center is an exciting way to learn about dinosaurs and Earth’s creation. You can hold actual fossils from T-Rex and many other dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Run among the large sculptured dinosaurs at the outdoor Truassic Park that is filled with rides and activities.
The Akron Ohio's Fossils & Science Center is an exciting way to learn about dinosaurs and Earth’s creation. You can hold actual fossils from T-Rex and many other dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Run among the large sculptured dinosaurs at the outdoor Truassic Park that is filled with rides and activities.
Top Things to Do in Downtown Akron
Downtown Akron is alive and thriving with many exciting entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions for the entire family. Choose from among the best things to do in Downtown Akron in the following list.
Downtown Akron is alive and thriving with many exciting entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions for the entire family. Choose from among the best things to do in Downtown Akron in the following list.
Mark Klaus' "Holly"wood Christmas Movieland
Mark Klaus' "Holly"wood Christmas Movieland is an attraction that the whole family will enjoy. Seven Hills, Ohio native, Mark Klaus unveils his personal collection of 100's of authentic movie props, costumes, production stills, and more to the public this Christmas Season in Broadview Heights. It even snows inside.
Mark Klaus' "Holly"wood Christmas Movieland is an attraction that the whole family will enjoy. Seven Hills, Ohio native, Mark Klaus unveils his personal collection of 100's of authentic movie props, costumes, production stills, and more to the public this Christmas Season in Broadview Heights. It even snows inside.
The New Akron Art Museum
The Akron Art Museum, founded in 1922, is located in the heart of downtown Akron. Reopened in July of 2007 following a $34 million expansion project, the museum combines the original 1899 Renaissance revival structure with a modern "gravity defying" glass building.
The Akron Art Museum, founded in 1922, is located in the heart of downtown Akron. Reopened in July of 2007 following a $34 million expansion project, the museum combines the original 1899 Renaissance revival structure with a modern "gravity defying" glass building.
Glendale Cemetery -- A Profile of Glendale Cemetery in Akron Ohio
Glendale Cemetery is Akron Ohio’s oldest cemetery, dating back to 1839. It is entered as a historic landscape by the National Register of Historic Places. The picturesque landscape, monuments and burial sites tell the diverse history of "The Rubber City".
Glendale Cemetery is Akron Ohio’s oldest cemetery, dating back to 1839. It is entered as a historic landscape by the National Register of Historic Places. The picturesque landscape, monuments and burial sites tell the diverse history of "The Rubber City".
Akron Police Museum
The Akron Police Museum is an interesting place for children and adults alike, focusing on the history of the Akron Ohio Police Department with exhibits that go back to the 19th century. Admission to the museum is free and displays include 100 year-old photos, confiscated weapons, police equipment, uniforms, a 1965 Harley-Davidson police motorcycle, and so much more.
The Akron Police Museum is an interesting place for children and adults alike, focusing on the history of the Akron Ohio Police Department with exhibits that go back to the 19th century. Admission to the museum is free and displays include 100 year-old photos, confiscated weapons, police equipment, uniforms, a 1965 Harley-Davidson police motorcycle, and so much more.
Dr. Bob's Home -- Where Alcoholics Anonymous Began
Dr. Bob's Home, in Akron Ohio, is where Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) all started in 1935. The purpose of AA is to help alcoholics gain and retain sobriety by sharing experiences, problems and hopes with one another. Dr. Bob and Bill W. worked with alcoholics one at a time to help them achieve sobriety in Dr. Bob's Home. Today the house is completely restored and welcomes visitors free of charge.
Dr. Bob's Home, in Akron Ohio, is where Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) all started in 1935. The purpose of AA is to help alcoholics gain and retain sobriety by sharing experiences, problems and hopes with one another. Dr. Bob and Bill W. worked with alcoholics one at a time to help them achieve sobriety in Dr. Bob's Home. Today the house is completely restored and welcomes visitors free of charge.
National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum
The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum in Akron Ohio, founded in 1973, honors the men and women inventors who are responsible for great technological advances. Each May, the museum honors its new class of inductees
The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum in Akron Ohio, founded in 1973, honors the men and women inventors who are responsible for great technological advances. Each May, the museum honors its new class of inductees
Hale Farm and Village
Hale Farm and Village, a part of the Western Reserve Historical Society, is a working museum, adjacent to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Once the home of early Western Reserve settler, Jonathan Hale, the museum features livestock, 19th century working artisans, and the original red brick farmhouse.
Hale Farm and Village, a part of the Western Reserve Historical Society, is a working museum, adjacent to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Once the home of early Western Reserve settler, Jonathan Hale, the museum features livestock, 19th century working artisans, and the original red brick farmhouse.
Akron Attractions
Akron Ohio, about an hour south of Cleveland, is rich in industrial, artistic, and technological history. The area offers historic homes, expansive green spaces, and fascinating museums. Learn more about what the "Rubber City" has to offer.
Akron Ohio, about an hour south of Cleveland, is rich in industrial, artistic, and technological history. The area offers historic homes, expansive green spaces, and fascinating museums. Learn more about what the "Rubber City" has to offer.
Quaker Square - Akron Ohio
Originally 36 storage silos belonging to the Quaker Oats Company, Akron's Quaker Square is a wonderful example of an industrial restoration. The 1932 silos, which once held over 1.5 million bushels of grain, are now the home of a luxury hotel, restaurants, and a unique shopping mall. It's an Akron landmark.
Originally 36 storage silos belonging to the Quaker Oats Company, Akron's Quaker Square is a wonderful example of an industrial restoration. The 1932 silos, which once held over 1.5 million bushels of grain, are now the home of a luxury hotel, restaurants, and a unique shopping mall. It's an Akron landmark.
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad runs through Ohio's only National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, from Cleveland to Akron and Canton. A variety of excursions are offered year-round and each trip is a different adventure filled with fun, history and beautiful scenery.
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad runs through Ohio's only National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, from Cleveland to Akron and Canton. A variety of excursions are offered year-round and each trip is a different adventure filled with fun, history and beautiful scenery.
Kent State Museum
The Kent State University Museum was founded in 1983 by fashion entrepreneurs Shannon Rodgers and Jerry Silverman and opened in 1985. Today, the museum houses one of the finest and largest collections of apparel and textiles in the United States.
The Kent State University Museum was founded in 1983 by fashion entrepreneurs Shannon Rodgers and Jerry Silverman and opened in 1985. Today, the museum houses one of the finest and largest collections of apparel and textiles in the United States.
Harry London Chocolates
The Harry London Chocolate Factory has been creating the finest of candies and chocolates in Akron for the past 84 years. Enjoy a guided tour where you can see how they churn out over 80,000 pounds of delicious chocolates and candies and treat yourself to free samples of their many candies and chocolates.
The Harry London Chocolate Factory has been creating the finest of candies and chocolates in Akron for the past 84 years. Enjoy a guided tour where you can see how they churn out over 80,000 pounds of delicious chocolates and candies and treat yourself to free samples of their many candies and chocolates.