Location: Akron
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10 Sights & Landmarks in Akron That You Shouldn't Miss
Rising from the rolling hills of the Western Reserve along the Ohio & Erie Canal, Akron is a vital heartland city and an ideal meeting point at the center of multiple major transportation routes. Surrounded by lush greenery and adjacent to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Akron is a playground for active travelers. The downtown hosts a vibrant arts scene and world class shopping. Summer brings excitement with the World Golf Championship Bridgestone Invitational and the All-American Soap Box Derby.
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1. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
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5.0 based on 807 reviews
Completed in 1915, Stan Hywet Hall was built for the family of F.A. Seiberling, co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. It was named Stan Hywet, Old English for stone quarry, after the property’s most prominent natural feature. The 65-room Manor House is one of the finest examples of Tudor Revival architecture in America, and the sixth largest home open to the public. The estate includes historic gardens and grounds and is open for tours, Tuesday-Sunday from April to December. The Gate Lodge at the entrance to the estate has its own historic significance. In 1935, two admitted alcoholics met there and talked long into the night, when the principles that still serve as the cornerstone of Alcoholics Anonymous were identified.
Reviewed By BarbaraJS1942 - Akron, United States
Stan Hywet was the 65-room home of F. A. & Gertrude Seiberling from 1915-1955. The house is magnificent and the grounds are gorgeous with several gardens and both rolling meadows and dense forest areas. Playground areas are included for children. Many public events are held each year including Deck the Hall (Christmas lights & house decorations), Ohio Mart (juried vendors, food, drinks, sweepstakes gifts, and more), Father's Day Car Show, Founders' Day (Alcoholics Anonymous), and more. The estate features a historic 65-room Tudor Revival Manor House, Gothic Revival Conservatory, Gate Lodge (birthplace of Alcoholics Anonymous) and approximately 70 acres of artistically landscaped grounds and formal gardens. Both docent-guided and self-guided tours are offered daily in the Manor House and the gardens,.
2. Dr. Bob's Gravesite
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By dlegendr - Greendale, United States
Visiting Dr. Bob's Home and then a brief tour of Rosary Hall at old Akron City Hospital will prepare you for the ultimate feeling of much gratitude and the humility that Dr. Bob offered some many.
3. Overlook Area
4. Cascade Locks Park Association
5. Hower House
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By barbaramC1970GK - Columbus, United States
I took a tour of Hower House last month in Akron, Ohio and was so pleased to find an immaculately preserved Second Empire Victorian home. It is very large, with three finished stories. It's apparent that much care has gone in to preserving and maintaining this home. Also, this summer they have displays on all 3 floors of wedding dresses and accessories; the Hower family is featured, and there are many interesting photographs of the weddings in their family. This is one of the most beautiful exhibits I have ever seen; much care and love has gone into this. I highly recommend touring Hower House.
6. Perkins Stone Mansion & John Brown House
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By JohnBCowgill - Washington DC, United States
It is a place you do not hear about, but it is a place to see. The history is amazing, and with Al as your tour guide you will enjoy this place.
7. Indian Signal Tree
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Soulcatcher5157 - Tiffin, United States
I love Ohio and have started exploring our state and discover so much history. This tree was formed by the Indians to mark the most Northeast point of what is called Portage Path. It is the path the Indians used to carry their canoes, for 8 miles, from the Cuyahoga River to Summit Lake. Google It :) VERY accessible. Nice paved parking lot and you walk past the bathrooms and you can see it. There is a 2.5 mile trail to continue if you are a hiker I recommend you Google it and see where it is tucked away ...The road on the maps is called PECK, but when you get to it, it is a township road I believe...but I found it pretty easily.
8. Glendale Cemetery
9. InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By mindyt007 - Akron, United States
The University of Akron's home field is beautiful, accommodating and a perfect stadium to represent our home teams.
10. Lock 3
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4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By GlobeTrotting624445
This is a lovely outdoor space to run around with childern there is museum of toys also check out calender for free concerts of all genres of music. JUST FOR YOURSELF you can clear your mind to get your steps in or a first date, date night your choice
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