If you’re looking to get off campus and discover Akron, Downtown is the place to start. Downtown puts you in the center of many different cultural amenities, living opportunities, delicious dining options and so much more. With the expansion of the Roo Express route you can travel to and from campus in seconds. Take a walk or ride your bike and arrive in minutes. Once you’re Downtown, put your Zip Card to use by stopping in one of these local restaurants or retail establishments that accept the card:
The Roo Express travels Downtown. Take a look at the shuttle routes before planning your next trip Downtown.
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These brand new student living apartments are only a quarter mile from the University of Akron campus and located in the heart of Downtown Akron's entertainment district. Cutting edge amenities and inclusive utilities make 22 Exchange the place to be.
Sign up for the Do Downtown card at www.downtownakron.com/do-downtown for even more discounts in Downtown Akron, such as discounts on t-shirts at Rubber City Clothing and vitamins at CVS/Minute Clinic as well as discounts on food at Downtown favorites such as The Lockview, Papa’s Food to Go and The Peanut Shoppe.
If you’re on Main Street in Downtown, enjoy access to free internet service. Within the next year this service will expand throughout the entire Downtown footprint.
Take in an Akron Aeros game at Canal Park, tour the world-class galleries at the Akron Art Museum, view local art at Summit Artspace, grab a cup of coffee at Mocha Maiden, enjoy an event at Lock 3, take a walk on the Towpath Trail, do some shopping at Noto, We Gallery and Akron Glass Works, or listen to live music at Musica, Northside or The Lockview. Visit www.downtownakron.com/calendar for a complete list of events happening in Downtown Akron.
Downtown features 40 restaurants where you can grab a quick bite to eat or enjoy a delicious meal with friends! Try a pita from Street Treats Grill, pizza from Luigi’s or DaVinci’s, vegetarian fare at VegiTerranean’s, a deli sandwich from Papa’s or Diamond Deli, a snack from The Peanut Shoppe, a grilled cheese from The Lockview, phunky pizza and pasta at Bricco, a burger from Menches Bros., a hip and trendy meal at Crave, or sushi at House of Hunan. Visit www.downtownakron.com/dining for a list of restaurants in Downtown Akron.
Head Downtown for a night out on the town and choose from a variety of different atmospheres that Downtown nightlife has to offer. Enjoy food, spirits and the neighborhood feel at Brubaker’s Pub, choose from 69 different draft beers at 69 Taps, enjoy the DJ at Whiskey Dick’s, sample a martini at The Chophouse, dance the night away at Lux nightclub, listen to live music at The Lounge, enjoy the weather on the rooftop patio at The Lockview, sip your favorite wine at Uncorked Wine Bar, or watch the game at Barley House. Visit www.downtownakron.com/nightlife for nightlife options in Downtown Akron.
