Title: Things to Do in Summit County in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Summit County ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Summit County Types of activities [Summit County Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Summit-County.dx6349416) ![Nimisila Reservoir, a wildlife photographers dream. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349416/074cfe25-3c69-436f-ac2a-e3828e8d9065.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This Osprey came in for a landing without a fish, and her young are not impressed! Just another shot from Nimisila Reservoir. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349416/af580255-3d16-440c-9849-639bba694e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nimisila Reservoir is a hot spot for wildlife photography and few photographers know anything about it. Osprey, Dukes, Blue Hairing, Dear, Fox, and whole host of others roam free in the wild for all to enjoy, and the landscape is stunning! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349416/b8c59761-393b-46da-a504-f211132ecd17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just another shot from Nimisila Reservoir. Can't say enough about this hidden gem. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349416/9897d75e-bcdb-4ba2-8e00-21cdfe4ecb3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is what I call "duck island" at Nimisila Reservoir, kind of reminds me of Madagascar. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349416/2e21ea23-3c91-48a5-b3c7-efe0e073458c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Summit County Attractions Discover what makes Summit County tick with the very best [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6349416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Look into our {8 fun activities in Summit County [fun activities in Summit County](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6349416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and book with confidence knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ## What to do in Summit County - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Summit County They say the best things in life are free. Discover the following around Summit County: **National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum** \- No matter your age, this gallery will stimulate your imagination and hold your attention. **University of Akron** \- If you want to explore the history of the area through its landmarks, mark this one down on your itinerary. **Cuyahoga Falls Riverfront Center** \- Stop for a while in this bustling area and experience life as a local resident. **Indian Signal Tree** \- Look up your guidebook and find out why this place is worth a spot on your must-see list. **Cathedral of Tomorrow** \- Gain an understanding of local religious beliefs at this sacred site. **Mary Campbell Cave** \- Retreat from the concrete jungle and spend time in nature at this beautiful landscape. **F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm** \- Refresh your mind, body and soul by spending time with Mother Nature. ### Things to Do in Summit County with Kids Summit County boasts plenty of close by fun experiences for you and your kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6349416&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Summit County? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Summit County ![the old coaster at the abandoned geauga lake amusement park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6634/7eb91ed1-57f3-4490-ba8c-67fbf388a7cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aurora ![Train approaching below bridge over Ohio's Cuyahoga Valley](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7065/585ff8aa-6790-49f2-8f79-941891cdbd77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Broadview Heights ![Almost passed up this restaurant! Glad I didn't! Marie's is best known for their pizza, but they have other healthy Italian options. Come here HUNGARY! The food is made fresh with generous helpings. You'll go home leftovers. I had a Reuben and only ate half a sandwich. DO NOT pass this up if your coming through NE OHio. Worth the drive! I'll be ordering take out for sure!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7505/15f28e10-bc75-48b5-8d4a-7d3d2f849431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wadsworth ![Brandywine Falls torrent](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7751/72717e8d-1098-48a0-9c2a-cd68646b96a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cuyahoga Falls ![Hudson Ohio aerial photography, Hudson](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8162/1083a111-f3ca-4be0-9d2f-64668201c071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hudson ![Historic Hall and Fire Station in Independence, Ohio](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8187/9bc0f632-89e4-4bef-ab08-99a542d44ada.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Independence ![Kent Ohio ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8222/b3a038e5-aaf0-409f-a87c-d7d26bebd45a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kent ![Courthouse in Medina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8790/fb48c8a6-fa35-449a-ad36-091ab0f1aeb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Medina ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Summit County on a rainy day? ### What should I not miss in Summit County? > - 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