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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Players navigate a multilevel arena with fog and technology while music pumps them up and laser beams fly from every direction
7.5 Miles
20% 10 votes
Movie Theaters 4020 Medina Road, Akron, OH 44333 MoreLess Info
With digital projectors, Regal Montrose Movies 12 has showings for the latest films in its auditoriums. The movie theater accepts mobile tickets and offers a self-service ticket kiosk so visitors don't have to wait in line at the ticket booth.
2.9 Miles
98% 532 votes
Historic Sites 714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH MoreLess Info
Covering 70 acres, the Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is the 12th largest estate in the country and was built between 1912 and 1915. There are ten major gardens on the premises, as well as other smaller ones.
5.0 Miles
98% 122 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1828 Smith Rd, Akron, OH 44313 MoreLess Info
At F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, guests can explore 104 acres of exhibits, live animals, trails, and more. Other features include a swinging bridge over a ravine, gardens, and observation decks.
0.1 Miles
Theaters 182 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308 MoreLess Info
Built in 1929, the Akron Civic Theatre was designed by John Eberson and has hosted since then famous artists, such as Louis Armstrong, Barbara Eden, and Mickey Rooney.
5.1 Miles
95% 63 votes
Golf 452 East Warner Road, Akron, OH 44319 MoreLess Info
The Firestone Country Club is a golf club which has an impressive number of 54 holes on its courses. Private events can be organized in the clubhouse, such as weddings.
0.6 Miles
Built in 1871, the Hower House is a 28-room mansion built in the Second Empire Italianate architectural style. Besides the public events which are organized in here, such as The Afternoon Tea, in here can also be organized private events, such as weddings.
1.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Theaters 732 West Exchange St, Akron, OH MoreLess Info
The Coach House Theatre, a local institution since 1929, draws its performers and personnel from the local community. They present a variety of shows each season in an intimate and historic setting.
3.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Hiking Trails 1160 Front Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 MoreLess Info
Gorge Metro Park is a 155 acre park popular for its premier hiking and fishing. The park features picturesque picnic areas with access to fishing docks, grills for BBQ use and extensive hiking trails.
3.4 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks 2800 Sackett Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 MoreLess Info
With beautiful landscaping and over 29 acres of land, Babb Run Park is a scenic park that is great for picnicking and relaxing. Amenities include trails, paved paths, picnic equipment, and foot bridges.
3.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 1817 Front Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 MoreLess Info
High Bridge Glens Park is a suburban recreation area owned and operated by the community parks and recreation department. This park is noted for hiking trails, raised observation deck, and river walkway along the Cuyahoga.
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