- Our list of the best things to do in Merced, California, features the top 31 nearby activities — including 11 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Merced, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Merced, CA , followed by 12 popular activities in nearby cities, including Turlock and Atwater
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7376 S. Wolfsen Road, On State Hwy 59, then 8 miles west on Sandy Mush Road, Merced, CA 93635
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The Merced National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 10,258 acres of vernal pools, native grasslands and wetlands. This area provides a habit for ground squirrels, long-tailed weasels, cottontail rabbits, burrowing owls, coyotes and much more.
0.2 Miles
The Merced Theatre is a hosts classical concert, theatrical performances, and rock concert events for attendees to enjoy. The location also offers seasonal moving screenings and facility rentals for those who wish to host an event.
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Playhouse Merced is a community theater that provides live theater and performing arts. The Playhouse was founded in 1994 and produces dramas, classics, comedies, musicals, and children's theater in addition to offering youth classes and summer programs.
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The Merced County Courthouse Museum houses 8,500 square-feet of exhibits, both permanent and rotating. The displays depict the history of the area as well as the settlers of Great Central Valley.
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A popular destination for weddings and other group gatherings, the Vista Ranch and Cellars specializes in local wine tastings and vineyard tours. In addition, they also offer regular weekly events, including archery tournaments.
4.3 Miles
Merced Fruit Barn provides a wide selection of locally grown produce along with honey, dried fruits and nuts. deli sandwiches, and ice cream. The barn also features picnic areas and a variety of farm animals.
0.8 Miles
Housing animals native to the Central Valley and Sierra Nevada Mountains, Applegate Park Zoo also features non-native animals like a capuchin monkey. Animals at the zoo include cougars, goats, mule deer and lions.
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A self-described dive bar and live music venue, The Partisan features a variety of live bands in addition to DJs and Karaoke nights. The bar also hosts special events, parties, and theme nights.
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Established in 1998, the Merced Theater Foundation is a theater group with the goal of restoring the Merced Theater to a showplace for movies and live performances. The group successfully completed the theater's restoration in 2012.
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The Merced Dog Park is a recreational park for dogs that features two different areas for small and large dogs. The park is mostly flat and includes drinking fountains, garbage cans, and doggie bag dispensers.