Things to Do with Kids in Akron, OH

  • TripBuzz found 158 things to do with kids in or near Akron, Ohio, including 141 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Medina, North Canton and Massillon.
  • From Akron Zoo to Akron Zoological Park, the Akron area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Zoos, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • One of the largest cities in Ohio, Akron is less than an hours drive from Cleveland. It features many tourist attractions including the Akron Zoo, Art Museum and Civic Theater. The University of Akron also makes its home in this city. Known as the Akron Zips, they provide quality sports for the community as this school is a part of the NCAA in several areas of competition.
  • TripBuzz found 158 things to do with kids in or near Akron, Ohio, including 141 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Medina, North Canton and Massillon.
  • From Akron Zoo to Akron Zoological Park, the Akron area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Zoos, Theaters and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
  • One of the largest cities in Ohio, Akron is less than an hours drive from Cleveland. It features many tourist attractions including the Akron Zoo, Art Museum and Civic Theater. The University of Akron also makes its home in this city. Known as the Akron Zips, they provide quality sports for the community as this school is a part of the NCAA in several areas of competition.
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22.1 Miles
88% 17 votes
Gardens 16711 Pearl Road, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
Visitors can roam and experience the natural beauty of the 16-acre Gardenview Horticultural Park. The collection of rare and exotic plants is open from spring to fall for guests.
22.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 15831 Royalton Road, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
As an indoor ice skating facility, OBM Arena offers open public skating sessions and figure skating lessons to visitors. The arena hosts a variety of learn to skate classes for children and adults.
22.2 Miles
60% 5 votes
Mini Golf 500 Southpark Ctr, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
Firefly's Minigolf offers glow in the dark adventure for kids and adults of all ages. The facility features 18 holes and everything is glow in the dark as patrons weave their way through different rooms and explore different themes.
22.4 Miles
92% 132 votes
Specialty Museums Market Avenue @ 6th St., SW, Canton, OH MoreLess Info
Founded in 1978, the Canton Classic Car Museum exhibits 7 classic automobiles, some of them being built in 1917. The memorabilia exhibited includes vintage toys, thousands of items related to President McKinley, a oriental exhibition, and others.
22.4 Miles
75% 424 votes
Scenic Railroads Streetsboro Road, Peninsula, OH 44131 MoreLess Info
Take a step back in time when you board the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and take a steam engine train ride. Special themed trains run throughout the year delighting guests young and old with majestic views of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
22.4 Miles
98% 44 votes
Botanical Gardens 11929 Beech St. NE, Alliance, OH 44601 MoreLess Info
Beech Creek Botanical Garden is a 164 acre botanical garden focused on educating people on the topics of horticulture and the environment. Attractions include a butterfly house, greenhouse, visitor center, hiking trails, and various special events and workshops.
22.7 Miles
56% 9 votes
National & State Parks 16200 Valley Parkway, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 700-foot ice chute, the Chalet-Toboggan Chutes- Cleveland Metroparks is a location very popular during the snowy winter months. Visitors enjoy sledding and tobogganing down the chutes, reaching speeds of up to 50 miles per hour.
22.7 Miles
57% 7 votes
Movie Theaters 2500 W State St, Ste 158, Alliance, OH 44601 MoreLess Info
Cinemark Carnation Mall Cinema is a charming retro styled movie theater that shows the latest feature titles. The theatre offers a full service snack and drink bar as well as state-of-the-art video and sound.
22.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 16200 Valley Parkway, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
Featuring over 26 miles of trails, the Cleveland Metroparks is a park system that offers a number of amenities to its local visitors. Guests commonly enjoy hiking or biking through the trails, having picnics, and playing sports.
22.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 18100 Royalton Road, Strongsville, OH 44136 MoreLess Info
At Ehrnfelt Recreation Center, visitors can take advantage of a wide range of amenities, including a whirlpool, sauna, weight room, and game area. Its aquatics facility hosts open swim sessions in its lap pool.
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