Central Sacramento Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Sacramento
Popular places to visit
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.
California State Capitol
The seat of California’s government also houses an informative museum with an extensive collection of Californian art.
Old Sacramento Waterfront
Find out about the history of Sacramento when you take a trip to Old Sacramento Waterfront.
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 trip to Sacramento, you can do some window-shopping at K Street Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Crocker Art Museum
Once the mansion of a wealthy state judge, Crocker Art Museum is now one of the most important collections of art in California.
Activities
City Cruises Sacramento: Historic River Cruise
City Cruises Sacramento: Rock the Yacht River Cruise
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
City Cruises Sacramento: Alive After 5 River Cruise
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Our pick of the best Central Sacramento Hotel Deals
Governors Inn Hotel
Biggest issue is that the Expedia listing didn’t indicate that the shuttle stopped running at 10pm, which was a problem since I didn’t arrive until 1130pm and therefore had to pay for my own transport to the hotel. Additionally, apparently one needs to reserve the shuttle which also wasn’t indicated ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Very clean, quiet. Lovely:)
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Amazing and efficient front desk staff at check -in. Room was nice, clean and quiet. The hotel is in a convenient location. The Nespresso coffee maker was nice too.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Rooms are always clean and staff goes above and beyond!!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
All good — clean room, efficient service, good value.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
Clean and beautiful room. Great customer service. Swanky fun hotel! Will be back again!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sacramento
East Sacramento
When in East Sacramento and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Sutter's Fort State Historic Park or Raging Waters and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 48th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
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.
Boulevard Park
When in Boulevard Park, you can plan a visit to Golden 1 Center and Memorial Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Curtis Park
While Curtis Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like California Highway Patrol Headquarters and Fairytale Town.
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 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.
Oak Park
Though Oak Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colonial Theatre and California Highway Patrol Headquarters.
