Canton, OH

Travel Guide
Pro Football Hall of Fame featuring modern architecture
Explore football’s beginnings, retrace the steps of President McKinley’s front porch campaign or simply enjoy Midwestern charm in this Ohio city.

Canton was the birthplace of both a presidential campaign and football’s national organization. Explore the city’s fascinating history and enjoy its cheerful Ohio charm. It sits on the periphery of the greater Cleveland metropolitan area and has the cultural offerings of a much larger city. Use it as the gateway to explore the state’s vast Amish country.

William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States, conducted his famous front porch campaign from Canton. Learn all about his rise from Ohio lawyer to national leader at the William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum.

Explore the important roles of presidents’ wives at the National First Ladies’ Library housed in the Saxton McKinley House, the childhood abode of President McKinley’s wife Ida Saxton. The couple lived here during the early years of their marriage.

Football brought lasting fame for Canton. In 1920, four Ohio teams met at a Canton auto showroom and founded the American Professional Football Conference. This organization eventually evolved into the NFL. Learn all about football’s history at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Walk among the busts of players and coaches who shaped the sport and watch highlight reels in the Super Bowl Theater.

See a show at the 1920s Canton Palace Theatre. Musicals, plays, concerts and other performances are staged here throughout the year. Inside, look up at the sky-like ceiling, which features stars and moving clouds.

Reach Canton from the rest of the state on multiple highways. The nearest train station, offering daily service to Chicago and Washington D.C., is a 30-minute drive away in Alliance. Akron Canton Regional Airport is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of the city. It offers numerous domestic flights. For more flight choices, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is just an hour’s drive away.

Regardless of whether you’re a football fan or a history scholar, Canton’s friendly atmosphere will make your visit a pleasant one.

Where to stay in Canton

Canton featuring a bridge, tranquil scenes and a river or creek

Downtown Canton

Downtown Canton is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Canton Palace Theatre and Canton Museum of Art while in the area.

Downtown Canton
Wingate by Wyndham Canton/Hall of Fame
Wingate by Wyndham Canton/Hall of Fame
2.5 out of 5
4914 Everhard Road NW, Canton, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥8,853 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥8,853
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this hotel in Canton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Pro Football ...
6.4/10 (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice and the employee was great!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Wingate by Wyndham Canton/Hall of Fame
DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
4 out of 5
320 Market Ave S, Canton, OH
The price is ¥15,308 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
¥15,308
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canton. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews)
"Restaurant was overpriced and i was given wrong food and burnt food. Beds are hard and did not sleep well. No vending machines."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
Comfort Inn Hall of Fame
Comfort Inn Hall of Fame
2.5 out of 5
5345 Broadmoor Cir Nw, Canton, OH
The price is ¥10,505 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
¥10,505
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (871 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here in the past and found it convenient to visiting our Son, Daughter-In-Law and Grandson."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2024

Comfort Inn Hall of Fame
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy 3 bed 2 bath full home retreat - located .5 miles from the HOFV
Cozy 3 bed 2 bath full home retreat - located .5 miles from the HOFV
Canton
Stay at this vacation home in Canton. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions Pro Football Hall of Fame and McKinley National ...
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
Convenient Location for Pro Football HOF
"Jonah’s communication was outstanding both before and during our stay. Many updates have been made to the home and it will be perfect once updates are completed. The beds are extremely comfortable. The screened in porch is great."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Cozy 3 bed 2 bath full home retreat - located .5 miles from the HOFV
The Darst-Myers Hallstead
The Darst-Myers Hallstead
HARTVILLE
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Canton. Enjoy free breakfast, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Great Place to Unplug
"This quaint little cabin allows you to completely unplug with some luxuries you're not completely roughing it. Highly recommend if you're trying to regroup or just relax and enjoy simple living."

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

The Darst-Myers Hallstead
Chic 4BR Oasis Steps Away From Pro Football Hall of Fame with Hot Tub
Chic 4BR Oasis Steps Away From Pro Football Hall of Fame with Hot Tub
Canton
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Canton. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Popular attractions Pro Football Hall of Fame and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Great staycation
"Great property, clean, large basement"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024

Chic 4BR Oasis Steps Away From Pro Football Hall of Fame with Hot Tub
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Canton

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
78
" "5 - Excellent 22.941176470588236%
4 - Good
176
" "4 - Good 51.76470588235294%
3 - Okay
79
" "3 - Okay 23.235294117647058%
2 - Disappointing
4
" "2 - Disappointing 1.1764705882352942%
1 - Terrible
3
" "1 - Terrible 0.8823529411764706%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jun 3, 2020

Sounds like there are a lot of interesting places to visit!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
May 30, 2020

Went to the Chick-Fila on Dresseler Rd. Staff was extremely friendly, professional and very welcoming. Definitely would go back there.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
May 11, 2020

I was very disappointed

2/5 - Disappointing

Kween
May 5, 2020

Horrible rooms very outdated, tub needs replaced it was leaking out onto the carpet had to switch rooms and that tub would barely drain. The water from the sink was not drinkable we had to buy water. The bagged breakfast they gave was horrible & open

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 2, 2020

We visited the NFL Hall of Fame. It was great. We visited the First Ladies Museum, the Saxton House and the McKinley Museum and Memorial. So much history in Canton.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 17, 2020

Friendly people and lots of things to do.