Explore Akron
Metro parks, the zoo, and a revitalized downtown built for families.
Things to Do in Akron
Parks, playgrounds, trails, waterfalls, restaurants and local businesses — all in one place.
Akron Art Museum
Akron Art Museum offers modern art, family programs, kids free — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Akron Children's Museum
Interactive STEAM play zones nestled in Lock 3 Park — hands-on fun for kids under 10.
Akron Zoo
Akron Zoo offers zoo, animal encounters, gardens — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Akron-Summit County Public Library - Main Library
Akron-Summit County Public Library - Main Library offers children's library, maker spaces, events — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Cascade Valley Metro Park South · Oxbow Trail
Dramatic river valley overlooks along the Cuyahoga River, timber staircase hike down the gorge, Oxbow Trail picnic area, and peaceful riverside bench views.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm offers nature center, pond, trails, gardens — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Firestone Metro Park
Tuscarawas River wetlands, Little Turtle Pond, mature woods, paved walking trails, and scenic nature paths perfect for strollers and young kids.
Get Air Trampoline Park - Akron
Get Air Trampoline Park - Akron offers trampolines, dodgeball, foam pit, ninja activities — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
O'Neil Woods Metro Park
O'Neil Woods Metro Park offers wooded trails, river views, barn, family hikes — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Q Photography LLC
Capturing precious milestones, maternity, monochromatic birthday sessions, and family photos across Northeast Ohio with care and creativity.
Rock Mill Climbing
Rock Mill Climbing offers indoor bouldering and rock climbing gym, family-friendly climbing, youth classes — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Sand Run Metro Park
Sand Run Metro Park offers creek, ravines, hiking, jogging trail — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens offers historic estate, formal gardens, conservatory — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Station 300 Akron
Station 300 Akron offers modern bowling, arcade games, family entertainment center, dining — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Summit Lake Nature Center
Summit Lake Nature Center offers urban ecology, lake, Towpath access — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Urban Air Adventure Park - Akron
Urban Air Adventure Park - Akron offers trampolines, ropes, climbing, bumper cars — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Plan a perfect day in Akron
Build a custom family itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget.
A Perfect Day in Akron
A suggested family itinerary — morning activity, lunch, afternoon adventure and dessert.
Morning Activity
Start with a park, trail or playground nearby.
Lunch
A family-friendly, locally-owned restaurant.
Afternoon Adventure
A second outdoor spot or indoor play space.
Dessert
Ice cream, a bakery or a coffee treat to finish strong.
Plan your own day
Use our itinerary builder to customize a day around your kids' ages, drive time and budget.
Open the Plan Our Day toolFamily FAQ — Akron
Quick answers to common questions about things to do with kids in the area.
What are the best things to do with kids in Akron, Ohio?
Akron, Summit County offers 16 family-friendly spots including parks, playgrounds, trails, restaurants and local businesses. Browse the full list above.
Are there free things to do in Akron with kids?
Yes — many parks, playgrounds and trails in Akron are free. Use the Things to Do section above and filter for free activities.
How can I plan a full family day in Akron?
Use our Plan Our Day tool to build a custom itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget — see the Perfect Day section above.