Merced, Merced County, CA

Places to go in Merced

39 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Outdoors

Merced National Wildlife Refuge

10.2-acre wetlands & grasslands known as a legendary wintering habitat for waterfowl & shorebirds.

7430 W Sandy Mush Rd, Merced, CA 95341, USA

Merced Theatre

Arts & Culture

Merced Theatre

This 1,640-seat music venue with a balcony hosts national names & tribute bands, plus kids' shows.

301 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Merced's Applegate Park Zoo

Family

Merced's Applegate Park Zoo

This park with picnic areas & a playground is home to a small zoo that shelters native wildlife.

1045 W 25th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Oh Wow Nickel Arcade

Family

Oh Wow Nickel Arcade

100 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA

Rahilly Park

Outdoors

Rahilly Park

A 2.9-acre community park with a playground, picnic shelter & access to a cycle path.

3400 N Parsons Ave, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Scotts Diner

Food & Drink

Scotts Diner

2015 E Childs Ave, Merced, CA 95341, USA

Sizzler

Food & Drink

Sizzler

Longtime casual restaurant known for its steak, burgers & seafood, plus a salad bar.

1334 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Family

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

1230 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Strings

Food & Drink

Strings

Italian chain presents traditional dishes including pizzas, pastas & calzones in a low-key setting.

731 E Yosemite Ave, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Tandoor Table

Food & Drink

Tandoor Table

1052 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

The Bar B-Q Pit

Food & Drink

The Bar B-Q Pit

Classic smokehouse fare, breakfast, burgers & steaks with ice cream treats in a retro diner setting.

1720 G St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

The Mainzer

Food & Drink

The Mainzer

655 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Toni's Courtyard Café

Food & Drink

Toni's Courtyard Café

Featuring an extensive menu of casual Italian-inspired American eats & an idyllic courtyard patio.

516 W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Yosemite Station

Food & Drink

Yosemite Station

Homestyle joint featuring classic American fare, all-day breakfast & student & senior specials.

125 E Yosemite Ave Ste A, Merced, CA 95340, USA

Yum Yum Donuts

Food & Drink

Yum Yum Donuts

Longstanding donut shop offering many flavors & varieties, plus sandwiches & drinks.

2931 G St, Merced, CA 95340, USA