Central Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Valley
Sacramento featuring heritage architecture and an administrative building
Sacramento showing interior views
Sacramento showing heritage architecture and a city
Kings Beach State Recreation Area which includes general coastal views and landscape views

Where to stay in Central Valley

Greater Sacremento

Downtown Sacramento

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Sacramento. Top attractions like Golden 1 Center and K Street Mall 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.

Downtown Sacramento
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Montgomery Estates

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montgomery Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Heavenly Valley Creek and Bijou Community Park.

Montgomery Estates
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Lakeside Park

5/5(2 area reviews)

Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lakeside Park
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Dollar Point

While visiting Dollar Point, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Tahoe City Field Station.

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Tahoe Meadows

When in Tahoe Meadows, you can plan a visit to Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tahoe Meadows
Sugar Bowl which includes snow, landscape views and mountains

Al Tahoe

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Al Tahoe, Regan Beach and El Dorado Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Al Tahoe
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The price is NZ$360 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$360
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly resort in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,603 reviews)
"Had an amazing 3 night stay. Only issue is the indoor pool is super cold, otherwise everything was great. Clean rooms, super friendly staff, great breakfast, and everything is super organized."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St, Sacramento, CA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$333
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,960 reviews)
"Excellent location and amenities, comfortable room"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Hotel Piccadilly

Hotel Piccadilly

3 out of 5
2305 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA
The price is NZ$168 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$168
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fresno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,531 reviews)
"I particularly appreciated Justin, the bartender. He took care of my needs quickly and efficiently. Ordered my meal, cleared the dishes after; all the while taking care of some very complicated bar orders. The woman working with him was there first, and was fairly unresponsive to my presence."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel Piccadilly
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The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,441 reviews)
"This property is like a home away from home! Family friendly, lots of activities to do for kids. Walking distance to the Heavenly Village. The kitchenette was a plus! Staff was accommodating. The lady at the breakfast area was nice even though she was working alone. We would definitely come ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

The Americana Village
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,074 reviews)
"The rooms were huge and even had a washer and dryer. When you check out make sure to remove your trash and take all the linen off of your bed or you will be charged."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
The Lodge at Lake Tahoe

The Lodge at Lake Tahoe

3 out of 5
3840 Pioneer Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Casino at Harrah's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (208 reviews)
"The place was great but unfortunately it didn't have air conditioning and the room was hot and stuffy."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

The Lodge at Lake Tahoe
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Popular places to visit

Squaw Valley Resort showing snow and snowboarding as well as an individual male

Palisades Tahoe

Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.

Palisades Tahoe
Golden 1 Center

Golden 1 Center

Catch an event at Golden 1 Center and enjoy other activities in Sacramento such as cycling.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Golden 1 Center
Northstar California Resort showing a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people

Northstar California Resort

Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.

Northstar California Resort
Sequoia National Park which includes forests as well as an individual female

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Be humbled by nature at its most impressive in these two breathtaking national parks, home to some of the largest living things on this planet.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Emerald Bay State Park featuring landscape views, general coastal views and forest scenes

Emerald Bay State Park

This scenic inlet offers a beautiful beach, island, waterfalls, wreck dives, heritage sites and campgrounds with views over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe.

Emerald Bay State Park
Heavenly Mountain Gondola featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbour

Heavenly Gondola

Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.

Heavenly Gondola

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