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Private & custom tours
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See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tabSacramento River Historic River Cruise
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See all 4 activitiesOpens in new tabSacramento: Yolo Countryside Guided Rail Bike Tour
Classes & workshops
See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tabSacramento: Italian Cooking and Dance Class Experience
What to do in Sacramento
Popular places to visit
Golden 1 Center
Catch an event at Golden 1 Center, and enjoy other activities in Sacramento such as biking. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of California, Davis
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Davis, during your trip to Davis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Discovery Park
Explore the great outdoors at Discovery Park, a lovely green space in Sacramento. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Cal Expo
Learn about the events happening at Cal Expo during your trip to Sacramento. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
California State Capitol
The seat of California’s government also houses an informative museum with an extensive collection of Californian art.
Sacramento Zoo
Up-close encounters with red pandas and giraffes, as well as a host of activities for children, have made the Sacramento Zoo a family favorite for over 85 years.
Historic Folsom
During your visit to Folsom, you can enjoy retail therapy at Historic Folsom. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.
Sacramento Capitol Park
As one of the country’s most striking state capitol grounds, this inner-city haven is home to the Capitol Museum, special plants and trees and significant memorials.
K Street Mall
During your visit to Sacramento, you can do some window-shopping at K Street Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Areas of Sacramento
Downtown Sacramento
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Sacramento. Top attractions like Golden 1 Center and Cesar Chavez Park are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 8th & H/County Center Station or 7th & I/County Center Station to see more of the city.
Central Sacramento
While you're in Central Sacramento, take in top sights like Golden 1 Center or Sutter's Fort State Historic Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
North Natomas
While visiting North Natomas, you might make a stop by sights like North Natomas Regional Park and Park Place Shopping Center.
Old Sacramento
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Sacramento. A stop by Old Sacramento Waterfront or California State Railroad Museum might round out your trip.
Midtown Sacramento
Discover Midtown Sacramento, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Midtown Sacramento include Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and State Indian Museum, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.
Arden-Arcade
Arden-Arcade is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to American River or Country Club Lanes.