Yuma · Yuma County, AZ

Where to take visiting family in Yuma

Scout analyzed 111 Yuma places and surfaced the ones that actually fit visiting family.

Places analyzed

111

Matches

24

Typical spend

$20

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Dutch Bros Coffee

Edison

Dutch Bros Coffee

This is a drive-thru coffee shop perfect for a quick, cheap pick-me-up or a pre-activity caffeine boost, typically taking less than 10 minutes and costing under $10 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
El Charro Cafe

Yuma Heights

El Charro Cafe

El Charro Cafe is a good spot for a casual meal of Mexican food and drinks, suitable for families or a relaxed outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Crossing Grill & Bar

Nightlife

The Crossing Grill & Bar

This bar and grill offers American staples and creative margaritas for a relaxed evening meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person, making it suitable for a casual dinner or drinks with friends.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cafecito

Food & Drink

Cafecito

Cafecito is a good spot for a casual coffee or light bite, fitting well as a pre-activity stop or a relaxed afternoon break. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Historic Ocean to Ocean Highway Bridge

Arts & Culture

Historic Ocean to Ocean Highway Bridge

Visit this historical bridge for a quick outdoor stop to appreciate engineering and local history. It's a free activity suitable for a short walk, often paired with other Yuma attractions or as a break on a road trip.

HistoryOutdoorsViews
$0 typical30 min visiteasy parking
Mickey B's Inc

The Foothills

Mickey B's Inc

Mickey B's Inc is a cocktail bar good for an evening drink, often paired with dinner nearby or as a standalone social outing. Expect to spend $25-75 per person for drinks and some bar food over 1.5 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Broken Yolk Cafe

Food & Drink

Broken Yolk Cafe

A Broken Yolk Cafe is good for a casual breakfast or brunch for families, solo diners, or small groups, especially on a weekend. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Dave's Hot Chicken

Yuma Palms Regional Center

Dave's Hot Chicken

Dave's Hot Chicken is a casual spot for a quick, spicy meal, often paired with errands or as a simple lunch or dinner outing. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and about $10-$25 per person for a full meal.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
McPhaul Suspension Bridge

Outdoors

McPhaul Suspension Bridge

Visit this historic bridge for a short walk and scenic views of the surrounding landscape, perfect for a quick, free stop on a road trip. It's an outdoor attraction sensitive to hot weather.

OutdoorsViewsHistory
$0 typical30 min visiteasy parking
Picacho State Recreation Area

Outdoors

Picacho State Recreation Area

Picacho State Recreation Area is ideal for a half-day to full-day outdoor adventure, offering scenic views and wildlife. It's an affordable option, typically costing under $20 per person for entry.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Museum of History In Granite

Arts & Culture

Museum of History In Granite

This outdoor history museum is a free, quiet stop for families or solo adventurers, typically taking about an hour to explore. It pairs well with other roadside attractions in the area.

ArtsHistoryOutdoors
$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Donut Corral

Food & Drink

Donut Corral

Donut Corral is a quick stop for breakfast or a sweet treat. Expect to spend 15 minutes and $5-15 per person for donuts and coffee, easily paired with morning errands or a weekend drive.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Alement

Nightlife

The Alement

The Alement is a low-key bar, good for an evening drink after dinner or as a standalone casual outing. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for an hour and a half visit.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Yumas Friendly Tavern

Nightlife

Yumas Friendly Tavern

Yumas Friendly Tavern is a classic bar for a casual evening drink or a quick bite, suitable for winding down after work or a low-key weekend outing. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a drink and maybe a snack over 1-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Lutes Casino

Nightlife

Lutes Casino

Lutes Casino is a casual spot for American food, particularly known for burgers and hot sauce. Plan for a 1-hour meal, spending around $10-25 per person in a relaxed, quirky setting, good for a budget-friendly family outing.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
North End Coffeehouse

Food & Drink

North End Coffeehouse

This coffeehouse is good for a quick stop for a beverage or light snack, suitable for working or reading alone. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Lucha Kombucha

Food & Drink

Lucha Kombucha

Lucha Kombucha is a good spot for a quick coffee or kombucha stop, perfect for a solo break or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Parad-Ice Cream Rolls

Food & Drink

Parad-Ice Cream Rolls

This ice cream shop is suitable for a quick dessert stop after a meal or as a standalone treat. Expect to spend 20-30 minutes and between $5-$12 per person for a frozen dessert.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$12 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Teezy's Culinary Creations

Shapiro Estates

Teezy's Culinary Creations

Teezy's Culinary Creations is a bakery perfect for a quick stop to pick up treats or enjoy a coffee, taking about 30 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person. It pairs well with other errands or a casual outing.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Yuma Landing Bar & Grill

Nightlife

Yuma Landing Bar & Grill

This bar and grill is suitable for a casual meal or drink, especially for breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a beverage.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$35 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Black Bear Diner Yuma

Yuma Palms Regional Center

Black Bear Diner Yuma

This diner is a reliable stop for a casual meal, good for families or solo diners. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on comfort food, easily paired with errands or travel.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Raspados Pinguino

Food & Drink

Raspados Pinguino

Raspados Pinguino is a casual spot for a sweet treat or snack, great for a family outing or quick stop. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodRelaxedPlayful
$5–$10 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Wheezys Grill and Sportsbar

Nightlife

Wheezys Grill and Sportsbar

Wheezys Grill and Sportsbar is a casual spot for watching games and grabbing a meal, suitable for an afternoon or evening outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
In-N-Out Burger

Yuma Palms Regional Center

In-N-Out Burger

This classic burger chain is ideal for a quick, affordable meal with family or for a solo stop. Expect to spend 30-45 minutes and $8-15 per person for a burger, fries, and a drink.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$8–$15 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 111 analyzed Yuma places fit visiting family.
  • 25% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 92% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Scenic, Educational.

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