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A Trail Blazer?

Let the stress and strain of life fade away while exploring the county’s scenic wonderland. Visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park — Ohio’s only national park and the seventh most-visited park in the United States in 2020 — featuring more than 33,000 acres to hike, bike, ski, sled and unwind. Summit Metro Parks offers 14,300 additional acres across 16 parks, six conservation areas and more than 120 miles of trails and 16 miles of the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath Trail. Iconic attractions — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens and Hale Farm & Village — extol their surroundings, highlighting manicured gardens and vistas. Get a little slice of wildlife with glimpses at creatures of all sizes at the Akron Zoo.

Don’t Miss: The Buckeye Trail — 1,444 miles of trails that reach every corner of Ohio. Summit County’s section is one of the most adventurous, with only four percent of its paths being paved.

A Foodaterian?

Enjoy the art of cooking or savor a delicious dish prepared just for you with a variety of Greater Akron dining delights. Find fresh ingredients at Mustard Seed Market & Café to make your favorite recipes exceptional. Want to avoid the kitchen? Find nostalgic car-side service at Swensons or Skyway, or indulge in hundreds of eateries, diners, restaurants and grills located in every corner of the county. Soothe your sweet tooth with local favorites that include Fanny May Gourmet Chocolates, Pav’s Creamery and Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt.

Don’t Miss: Hoppin’ Frog Brewery, Grandpa’s Cheese Barn, The Winery at Wolf Creek, Sarah’s Vineyard, Chill Ice Cream, Family Groceries, Thirsty Dog Brewing Co., Strickland’s Frozen Custard and Akron Coffee Roasters.

A Retail Therapist?

The shopping forecast couldn’t be brighter. Local shops and big-box stores abound, filling itineraries with hunts for affordable fashions and high-end merchandise at Highland Square, Hudson’s First & Main, Macedonia Commons, Downtown Akron, Northside Marketplace, Peninsula and Summit Mall, which are anchored by top retailers. Visitors can find handcrafted artisan goods at events like Crafty Mart, Ohio Mart and the Made in Ohio Festival. Akron-centric must-sees include Gypsy Grace & The Vintage Goat, Zeber-Martell Studio and Akron Glass Works.

Don’t Miss: Specialty shops like Rubber City Comics, The Social Dept., Don Drumm Studios & Gallery, Gallery 143 and Rubber City Clothing.

An Art-thusiast?

Visual, musical and theatrical — Greater Akron is the stage for cultural pursuits. The Akron Art Museum houses an eclectic modern collection. Nearby, Summit Artspace is home to more than 40 arts organizations and features gallery space, studios and classrooms. The area boasts professional and community theaters that host talented year-round entertainment, including staples like Akron Civic Theatre, EJ Thomas Performing Arts Hall, Greystone and Blossom Music Center. The world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra makes Blossom Music Center its summer home, while the Akron Symphony Orchestra, Tuesday Musical Association, Summit Choral Society and Ballet Theatre of Ohio dazzle audiences every season.

Don’t Miss: Highland Square PorchRokr Festival, Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival and BLU Jazz+.

Don’t miss Akron’s coffee experience tour!

Grab a passport at any participating stop and collect stamps to receive a free limitededition coffee mug! thedripdrive.com

A Sportsologist?

From novices to pros, Greater Akron is the place for sports. Cheer on the Akron RubberDucks at Canal Park, catch The University of Akron Zips sports teams or take in a pro basketball game with the Akron Aviators. Watch the Akron City Football Club in another exciting soccer match. The Akron Roller Derby also takes the city by storm. Feel the need for speed? Barberton Speedway hosts cars, while Northfield Park features horses. Show your skills during one, two or three Akron Marathon Race Series events, which include the Akron Marathon. Marvel at professional golfers during the Kaulig Companies Championship or gravity-defying races at the FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby.

Don’t Miss: Indoor rock climbing at Kendall Cliffs and Rock Mill, and snow-bunny fun at Boston Mills/Brandywine Ski Resort.

A Heritage Seeker?

As early as Sojourner Truth’s 1851 “Ain’t I A Woman?” speech, our community has been a melting pot for ideas, customs and forms of expression. Visit the birthplace of AA with a tour of Dr. Bob’s Home and the gatehouse at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. Travel back to the mid-1800s at Hale Farm & Village. Sites, mansions and homes underscore poignant stories from our rich and lustrous past.

Don’t Miss: Glendale Cemetery, the National Museum of Psychology and Hower House.