Overview
Cuyahoga Falls is the second largest city in Summit County, with 51,000 people in 2020.
2 sights · 7 things to do · 6 places to eat · 12 bars & cafés · 4 places to stay
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Best things about Cuyahoga Falls
Cathedral of Tomorrow
Has a 32 ton cross inside, one of the largest indoor crosses in the world. Also features an unfinished tower.
Doodlebug Memorial
Small monument to the worst rail disaster to occur in the city, in July 31st 1940.
Blossom Music Center
Outdoor amphitheater and summer home of the Cleveland Orchestra.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
With plenty of trails and picnic areas to choose from, the CVNP offers year round outdoor enjoyment.
Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium
Water Works Family Aquatic Center
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Akron)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CAK Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron — 16 mi away. Directions
- CLE Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Cleveland — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Cathedral of Tomorrow, Doodlebug Memorial, Water Works Family Aquatic Center
- Lunch Moe's
- Afternoon Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium, Rockin On the River
- Dinner Russo's
- Evening Bailey Road Tavern
Day 2
- Morning Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Lunch Riverfront Restaurant
- Afternoon Downview Sports Center, Porthouse Theater
- Dinner LeFever's River Grille
- Evening Bankshot Tavern
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Founded in 1812, the city was named after the waterfalls on the Cuyahoga River that pass through the city. The city was named Manchester, but changed its name by the request of the postmaster at the time. In 1985, the city merged with Northhampton Township, making it the first voter approved merger in the state's history.
Get in
- State Route 8 runs through the middle of Cuyahoga Falls, which connects with I-77 and I-76 near Akron, I-80 (the Ohio Turnpike) near Hudson, and I-271 near Macedonia.
- Akron-Canton Airport (22 miles)
- Cleveland Hopkins International (35 miles)
Get around
By bus
- Akron Metro RTA - Makes several, but limited stops throughout Cuyahoga Falls. Connects with Clevland RTA and Stark County RTA.
By taxi
Shop Falls Cab Co.
See
See Cathedral of Tomorrow
Has a 32 ton cross inside, one of the largest indoor crosses in the world. Also features an unfinished tower.
See Doodlebug Memorial
Small monument to the worst rail disaster to occur in the city, in July 31st 1940.
Do
Do Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium
Buy
- Riverfront Center
Shop Armada Emporium
A great place to find the strange and out of the ordinary. Clothes, messenger bags, and awesomeness.
Eat
Drink
- Kelly's Bar & Grill, 617 Portage Trail Ext W, +1 330-920-9007
- Oakwood Grill, 2621 Bailey Road, +1 330-920-9241
Sleep
Stay Country Inn & Suites
Stay Ranch Motel
Stay Sheraton Suites
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