Northwest Akron

Travel 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 Copley Golf Range.

Fairlawn Heights
Wyndham Independence

Wyndham Independence

4 out of 5
6200 Quarry Lane Independence OH
The price is RM179 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM179
RM210 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Topgolf and Brandywine Falls are ...
6.4/10 (1,004 reviews)
Staff was nice, pool was perfect temperature and the hot tub was not too hot and had powerful jets! Our room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was much better than most!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Wyndham Independence
Sonesta Simply Suites Cleveland Airport

Sonesta Simply Suites Cleveland Airport

3 out of 5
17525 Rosbough Dr Middleburg Heights OH
The price is RM285 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM285
RM335 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Middleburg Heights. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
The room very nice and clean 😀

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Sonesta Simply Suites Cleveland Airport
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 RM477 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
RM477
RM560 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Feb 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 ...
6.4/10 (422 reviews)
Friendly staff, stove, fridge

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

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 Topgolf and Thistledown Racetrack are located nearby.
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

Things to do

Bridalveil falls

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

RM75
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Cuyahoga Valley

Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Cuyahoga Valley

RM79
per traveller
Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Cuyahoga Valley
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