Hike, visit zoo animals, or find other fun things to do in Cuyahoga Falls

Located along the banks of the Cuyahoga River between Akron and Cleveland, the welcoming hotel rooms at the Country Inn & Suites in Cuyahoga Falls provide an ideal place to begin your vacation. You can explore 125 miles of hiking trails at Cuyahoga Valley National Park or wander down the riverfront paths of Gorge Metro Park. From riding the coasters at Cedar Point to glimpsing the animals at the Akron Zoo, you’ll discover a variety of things to do that the whole family will enjoy. Our hotel also lies close to Blossom Music Center, one of the best places in the area to hear big-name musicians like Jack Johnson and Miranda Lambert.

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Cedar Point

67 mi / 107.83 km from the hotel
Home to some of the world’s tallest and fastest roller coasters, Cedar Point is an amusement park like no other. After a day of thrills, you can cool down on the waterslides at Cedar Point Shores Waterpark or in Lake Erie’s waves at Cedar Point Beach.

Akron Art Museum

3.12 mi / 5.02 km from the hotel
The galleries of this modern art museum focus on national and international art produced after 1850. The museum offers free admission every Thursday.

Akron Zoo

4.38 mi / 7.05 km from the hotel
Spanning 77 acres, this zoo houses more than 700 animals, including electric eels, river otters, and Komodo dragons. Be sure to check out the zoo’s special exhibits and schedule an up-close experience.

Blossom Music Center

6.17 mi / 9.93 km from the hotel
This popular amphitheater can hold over 19,000 fans for concerts by well-known artists like Dave Matthews Band, Weezer, and Zac Brown Band.

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

25.12 mi / 40.43 km from the hotel
You’ll have a wild time at this award-winning zoo, one of the best in Ohio. You can head to the Australian Adventure to see kookaburras and kangaroos before walking over to The RainForest to watch adorable otters and tamarin monkeys.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

11.73 mi / 18.88 km from the hotel
Spanning nearly 33,000 acres, this beautiful national park boasts ample opportunities to hike, canoe, and bike. You can also take in river views on a scenic train ride for a more leisurely visit to the park.

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

4.06 mi / 6.54 km from the hotel
Get on board this 1940s-era railway for a scenic tour, a wine tasting, or a special kids’ program like a train ride with superheroes.

Gorge Metro Park

0.52 mi / 0.83 km from the hotel
Enjoy boating in summer, ice skating in winter, and fishing and hiking all year at Gorge Metro Park. For a stunning view, hike along the Gorge Trail to reach Mary Campbell Cave, which overlooks the Cuyahoga River.

Lock 3

3.53 mi / 5.68 km from the hotel
Lock 3 partners with the Akron Civic Theatre each year to present concerts, outdoor movies, festivals, and ice skating in the heart of downtown Akron.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

28.8 mi / 46.35 km from the hotel
See the original drafts of famous songs, Prince’s Purple Rain guitar, and stage costumes worn by the Rolling Stones as you wander through this shrine to music. Inspired to rock out? The hall hosts dozens of live concerts throughout the year.