The Best Things to Do in Greater Akron/Summit County

Ohio's True Hidden Gem

When you arrive in Greater Akron, get ready for a variety of exciting and engaging activities. The following themed experiences will introduce you to all there is to see and do. We encourage you to use these suggestions and our Visitors Guide to create a visit you can call your very own!

Knight center
Summit Metro Parks has 16 unique parks to explore

Nature Lovers

When you commune with nature, your daily stresses and strains will quickly fade. Explore the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (Ohio’s only national park and among the Top 15 Most Visited in the U.S.), featuring more than 33,000 acres to hike, bike, ski, sled and simply unwind. Summit Metro Parks offer 14,100 additional acres with 16 parks, several conservation areas and more than 125 miles of trails and 2 miles of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Iconic attractions, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens and Hale Farm & Village extol their surroundings, offering manicured gardens and open vistas. The Akron Zoo also offers a glimpse into the habitats of creatures large and small.