Orange County family guide
Things to Do in Yorba Linda with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated June 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
📍 Where Yorba Linda is
Yorba Linda sits in Orange County, Southern California. Nearest major airport: John Wayne / Orange County (~15 mi / 24 km). It's roughly 27 mi (44 km) from Downtown LA and 89 mi (144 km) from San Diego — SoCal traffic can make a drive take far longer than the distance suggests, so plan around it.
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Farmers markets in Yorba Linda
Yorba Linda Certified Farmers' Market
Year-round Saturday market with produce, flowers, and family-friendly food vendors.
Local restaurants in Yorba Linda
Graziano's
Family-owned neighborhood pizzeria running 40+ years in Yorba Linda.
The Wild Artichoke
Tucked-away chef-driven California-Italian gem for a nicer family dinner.
Grumpy's Donuts & Bagels
Small morning donut-and-bagel shop, an easy family breakfast grab.
Blue Scoop Creamery
Family-owned creamery making all-natural ice cream with a pinball room.
Stefano's Golden Baked Hams
Local institution for sandwiches and family-style dinners-to-go.
La Bettola
Intimate independent Italian known for fresh sauces and an oversized meatball.
The Cookie Element
Family bakery turning out fresh-daily cookies, macarons, and ice-cream cookie sandwiches.
Local shops in Yorba Linda
Inspirations Gift & Home
Mother-daughter-owned boutique repeatedly voted local Best Boutique and Best Home Decor.
Chic Revelations
Women's fashion boutique on historic Main Street run by two local owners.
The Country Store
Old Town shop stocked with locally made goods, artisanal foods, and nostalgic gifts.
Seasonal & outdoors near Yorba Linda
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