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Things to see in Akron, Ohio (United States): 12 places and when to go
Akron, Ohio is a city in United States with around 703,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (4), Wildlife (3), Temples (2). The best known are Akron Art Museum, Akron Zoo and Cathedral of Tomorrow. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.0704, -81.52
- Population
- About 703,000
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (4) · Wildlife (3) · Temples (2) · Nature (2) · Hiking (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 542 km as the crow flies
What to see in Akron, Ohio
The places in and around Akron, Ohio, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Akron Art MuseumArt museum in Akron, Ohio1.6 km
- Akron ZooZoo in Ohio, United States2.1 km
- Cathedral of TomorrowChurch In Ohio, United States8.6 km
- Cooperrider-Kent Bog State Nature PreserveState Nature Preserve in Portage County, Ohio15 km
- Triangle Lake Bog State Nature PreserveNature reserve in Ohio, United States22 km
- St. Bernard's ChurchChurch building in Ohio, United States of America881 m
- Buckeye Trail (Akron)Hiking4.7 km
- Buckeye Trail (Mogadore)Hiking25 km
- Crafted Artisan MeaderyBrewery16 km
- McArthur's Brew HouseBrewery9.4 km
- Nauti Vine WineryWinery10 km
- Two Monks Brewing CompanyBrewery5.2 km
When to go to Akron, Ohio
The best time to visit Akron, Ohio is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:21
- FebPossible10:25
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:18
- JunBest time14:56
- JulBest time14:41
- AugBest time13:39
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:39
- DecPossible9:03
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03. In April, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Akron, Ohio
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 542 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Canton, Ohio7 places32 km
- Cleveland22 places47 km
- Cherry Avenue6 places62 km
- Oberlin5 places63 km
- Youngstown, Ohio10 places73 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Akron, Ohio?
The best known: Akron Art Museum, Akron Zoo, Cathedral of Tomorrow, Cooperrider-Kent Bog State Nature Preserve, Triangle Lake Bog State Nature Preserve. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Akron, Ohio?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03.
How do you get to Akron, Ohio?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 542 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Akron, Ohio as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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