Canton, United States

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Alternative names: Founded: 1805 (219 years ago)Population: 71.9 thous.Area: 25.82 mi²Elevation: 1066 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°48'13"N, 81°22'41"W
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Canton Attractions - What to See and Explore

Canton offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, Saxton McKinley House. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • pro football hall of fame canton
    Museum • HOF

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    The Pro Football Hall of Fame, located in the city of Canton, United States, stands as a shrine to the heroes of American football. This esteemed hall of fame is not just a museum but a sacred ground for fans and players alike, celebrating the achievements and history...

  • tom benson hall of fame stadium canton
    Arenas and stadiums • Sport venue • Sport

    Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium

    Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, formerly Fawcett Stadium, is a football stadium and entertainment complex in Canton, Ohio. It is a major component of Hall of Fame Village, located adjacent to the grounds of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

  • william mckinley presidential library and museum canton
    Museum

    William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum

    The William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum is the presidential library of 25th U.S. president William McKinley.

  • saxton mckinley house canton location map
    40°47'48"N • 81°22'33"W

    Saxton McKinley House

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  • first ladies national historic site canton
    Repository of First Ladies' materials

    First Ladies National Historic Site

    First Ladies National Historic Site is a United States National Historic Site located in Canton, Ohio. During her residency in Washington, D.C. Mary Regula, wife of Ohio congressman Ralph Regula, spoke regularly about the nation's first ladies.

  • first church of the resurrection canton
    Church • EYE

    First Church of the Resurrection

    First Church of the Resurrection is an historic church at 901 Tuscarawas Street East, Canton, Ohio, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church was dedicated, and its sanctuary completed, in 1862.

  • canton museum of art location map
    Museum • Specialty museum • Art museum

    Canton Museum of Art

    The Canton Museum of Art, founded in 1935, is a broad-based community arts organization designed to encourage and promote the fine arts in Canton, Ohio.

  • mckinley national memorial canton
    History museum • Museum • Monuments and statues

    McKinley National Memorial

    The McKinley National Memorial in Canton, Ohio, United States, is the final resting place of William McKinley, who served as the 25th president of the United States from 1897 to his assassination in 1901.

  • price park canton location map
    40°52'31"N • 81°25'3"W

    Price Park

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  • canton palace theatre
    Concerts and shows • Reportedly haunted • Theater

    Canton Palace Theatre

    The Palace Theater is a historic movie palace in downtown Canton, Ohio, United States. Constructed during the heyday of the movie palace in the 1920s, it has been named a historic site. The 21' x 46' screen is the largest in Canton as of 2019. It contains a theatre organ which is still present to this day.

  • stadium park canton location map
    40°48'52"N • 81°23'34"W

    Stadium Park

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  • stark county courthouse canton
    Tower • Downtown Canton

    Stark County Courthouse

    The Stark County Courthouse and its Annex are listed on the National Register of Historic Places for Canton, Ohio. The courthouse building was designed by Cleveland, Ohio based architect George F. Hammond in 1895.

  • trinity lutheran church canton
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture • Romanesque architecture

    Trinity Lutheran Church

    Trinity Lutheran Church is a historic former Lutheran church in downtown Canton, Ohio, United States. Built in the 1880s for a flourishing congregation, it closed in the early 2010s, leaving behind a church building that has been named a historic site.

  • first methodist episcopal church canton
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Crossroads United Methodist Church

    Crossroads United Methodist Church is a historic Methodist church in Canton, Ohio. Originally the First Methodist Episcopal Church, it was renamed Church of the Savior United Methodist in 1968.

  • canton classic car museum
    40°47'43"N • 81°22'35"W

    Canton Classic Car Museum

    Museum • Specialty museum • Art museum

  • canton daily news building location map
    40°47'58"N • 81°22'39"W

    Canton Daily News Building

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  • basilica of saint john the baptist canton
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Basilica of Saint John the Baptist

    The Basilica of Saint John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic church in Canton, Ohio, United States. The building was designed by American architect James Renwick, Jr. Construction was completed in 1871, and the church was dedicated in 1872. Saint John the Baptist was elevated to a minor basilica on June 19, 2012.

  • walsh university canton
    Universities and schools

    Walsh University

    Walsh University is a private Roman Catholic university in North Canton, Ohio. It enrolls approximately 2,700 students and was founded in 1960 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction as a liberal arts college.

  • stark state college canton
    Universities and schools

    Stark State College

    Stark State College is a public community college in Stark County, Ohio. The college offers 230 majors, options, one-year certificates, and career enhancement certificates.

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Canton – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Canton, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Northfield Park (Northfield), Wildwater Kingdom (Aurora), Covelli Centre (Youngstown).

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    Casino, Gambling, Sport venue

    Northfield Park, Northfield

    Northfield Park, nestled in the bustling city of Northfield, Ohio, is a premier destination for gaming and entertainment enthusiasts. Known for its vibrant casino, this venue offers a diverse range of gaming options, appealing to both seasoned gamblers and newcomers...

  • wildwater kingdom aurora38 milesN
    Watersports, Water park, Amusement park

    Wildwater Kingdom, Aurora

    Wildwater Kingdom was a water park located in Aurora and Bainbridge Township, Ohio, United States. Owned by Cedar Fair, the park opened in 2005 as part of the larger Geauga Lake and Wildwater Kingdom resort.

  • covelli centre youngstown43 milesNE
    Civic center, Sport, Performing arts

    Covelli Centre, Youngstown

    The Covelli Centre is a multi-purpose arena in Youngstown, Ohio, United States. It opened in 2005, thanks in a large part to a $26 million HUD redevelopment grant secured in 2000 by Congressman James A. Traficant Jr.

  • infocision stadium summa field akron20 milesN
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field, Akron

    InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field is a college American football stadium in Akron, Ohio and the home field of the Akron Zips football team at the University of Akron.

  • stan hywet hall gardens akron24 milesNW
    Museum, Garden, Historical place

    Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, Akron

    Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is a historic house museum in Akron, Ohio. The estate includes gardens, a greenhouse, carriage house, and the main mansion, one of the largest houses in the United States. A National Historic Landmark, it is nationally significant as the home of F. A.

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Best Time To Visit Canton

Learn when is the best time to travel to Canton weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January, February and October. Most of it rains in May and July.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Canton?

The top attractions to visit in Canton are:

What is the best time to visit Canton?

August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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