Lima · Auglaize County, OH

Where to take visiting family in Lima

Scout analyzed 43 Lima places and surfaced the ones that actually fit visiting family.

Places analyzed

43

Matches

24

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

2.7 hr

Scout-verified spots

Places to Stay

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lima

This is a hotel for overnight stays, offering basic amenities like an indoor pool and free breakfast. Expect to spend 1 to multiple nights, costing around $80-$150 per night.

WellnessRelaxed
★ 3.9$80–$150 typical24 hr visiteasy parking

Shopping

Northland Plaza

Northland Plaza is a standard shopping mall for a casual outing, suitable for browsing shops or grabbing a quick meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and potentially up to $75 per person, depending on purchases.

ShoppingFoodRelaxed
★ 3.9$0–$75 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Milano Café

Food & Drink

Milano Café

Milano Café is suitable for a relaxed dinner or lunch, perfect for a family meal or a casual date. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for classic Italian dishes.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Cranberry Resort Waterfront Bar & Grill

Nightlife

Cranberry Resort Waterfront Bar & Grill

This is a casual waterfront spot for American eats and cocktails, best for a relaxed afternoon or evening meal on a patio. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
LuLu's Diner

Food & Drink

LuLu's Diner

LuLu's Diner is a casual spot for a quick and affordable meal, suitable for solo visits or family breakfasts/lunches. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and $10-20 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Kendrick Woods

Outdoors

Kendrick Woods

Kendrick Woods is ideal for a free, active outdoor excursion, perfect for a couple of hours of hiking or picnicking. It pairs well with a meal out afterwards, especially if you've worked up an appetite.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Old City Prime

Food & Drink

Old City Prime

This upscale steakhouse with live entertainment is suitable for a special occasion or date night, likely costing $50-100 per person for a 2-hour experience. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, due to the entertainment.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lombardo's Cafe

Nightlife

Lombardo's Cafe

Lombardo's Cafe is a casual bar & grill, good for a relaxed meal or catching a game. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Old Barn Restaurant & Event Center

Food & Drink

Old Barn Restaurant & Event Center

This buffet restaurant is suitable for family meals or group gatherings, often paired with an event. Expect a visit of about an hour and a cost of $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Temple Of Tolerance

Arts & Culture

The Temple Of Tolerance

The Temple of Tolerance is an outdoor art installation suitable for a free, contemplative stop of about an hour, best paired with other Wapakoneta attractions. It involves some walking on uneven ground.

ArtsOutdoorsRelaxed
$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Sugar Street Bar & Grill

Nightlife

Sugar Street Bar & Grill

This bar and grill is suitable for a casual evening meal or drinks, likely fitting into an hour or two. Expect to spend $10-$30 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Indian Lake State Park

Outdoors

Indian Lake State Park

Spend a few hours or a full day exploring trails, picnicking, or enjoying the lake. Entry is typically free, but activities like boat rentals or fishing licenses would incur costs.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Yamato West

Food & Drink

Yamato West

Yamato West is a Japanese restaurant suitable for a casual dinner outing or a quick meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $15-40 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
BIGGBY COFFEE

Food & Drink

BIGGBY COFFEE

BIGGBY COFFEE is ideal for a quick solo stop or casual meetup for coffee and a snack. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Village Cafe

Nightlife

The Village Cafe

The Village Cafe is a casual bar & grill suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 per person for food.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
LuLu's Diner

Food & Drink

LuLu's Diner

LuLu's Diner is a good spot for a casual and affordable breakfast or lunch, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $10-20 per person for a standard diner meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Casa Lu Al

Food & Drink

Casa Lu Al

Casa Lu Al is an Italian restaurant suitable for a dinner outing, often paired with a local event or a movie. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$45 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Tawawa Park

Outdoors

Tawawa Park

Tawawa Park is a good free option for a couple of hours outdoors, suitable for a relaxed family outing or solo exploration. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a refreshing stop during a longer drive.

OutdoorsViewsWellness
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima

Wellness

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima

This hotel serves as a base for out-of-town visitors or a simple stop during a longer trip. Expect to spend a night or two, with costs ranging from $80-150 per person per night.

Relaxed
$80–$150 typical24 hr visiteasy parking
Social House

Food & Drink

Social House

Social House is suitable for a dinner outing, whether for a date or a group meal. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for an hour and a half visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
318 Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

318 Restaurant & Bar

This is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks with friends. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here and around $20-45 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill

Food & Drink

Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill

This is a good spot for a casual family meal or a relaxed gathering with friends, offering pizza and drinks. Expect to spend around 1-1.5 hours and $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Kewpee Hamburgers

Food & Drink

Kewpee Hamburgers

Kewpee Hamburgers is a quick and affordable stop for classic burgers and malts, suitable for a casual meal with family or a solo visit. Expect to spend under an hour and around $5-15 per person.

FoodRelaxed
$5–$15 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Armstrong Air & Space Museum

Arts & Culture

Armstrong Air & Space Museum

Visit for 1.5-2 hours to explore space history, especially with kids. Expect to spend $10-15 per person on admission. This is a good daytime activity, perhaps paired with a meal nearby.

ArtsHistoryEducational
$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 37 of the 43 analyzed Lima places fit visiting family.
  • 19% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 84% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Adventurous, Scenic, Playful, Quiet.

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