Merced Travel Guide

Step inside one of California's oldest courthouses, now home to three floors of local history exhibits. Admire the restored 1875 Italianate architecture as you explore Merced County's past.

This agricultural showcase comes alive during the Merced County Fair each June, celebrating local heritage. Enjoy evening concerts, carnival rides, and authentic regional cuisine in this quintessential Central Valley experience.

This intimate sanctuary houses over 75 rescued California animals, from bears to bobcats, in a shaded, educational setting. Feed goats at the petting zoo or enjoy a picnic in adjacent Applegate Park.

You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Merced during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

This intimate local card room offers three tables of limit hold 'em in a friendly, small-town atmosphere. Join daily tournaments and connect with regulars for an authentic slice of Merced's poker community.

This 20-acre countryside estate blends wine tasting with seasonal events amid historic farmhouses and ancient oaks. Sip Cabernet in a 1910 farmhouse or picnic on manicured lawns during sunset hours.

Macready Park offers 5 acres of peaceful green space with shaded picnic areas and BBQ grills for family gatherings. Bring your own charcoal to enjoy an afternoon cookout in this tranquil community setting.

McNamara Park offers vibrant community recreation with football fields, a skate park, and swimming pool. Families can enjoy the shaded picnic areas and splash pad during spring or fall visits.