Central Sacramento Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Sacramento Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Sacramento Convention Center during your trip to Sacramento. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
California State University Sacramento
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit California State University Sacramento during your trip to Sacramento. 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.
California State Railroad Museum
Discover how trains helped make America what it is today in the largest railroad museum in the country.
Activities
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
Sacramento: Historical Old Town and Food Walking Tour
Paint Night and Cocktails at Trendy Venues Across Sacramento
Our pick of the best Central Sacramento Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
The location was great, there was a lot to do, places to visit and really good restaurants. The property is older and in my opinion needs some attention. Staff was great and hotel was neat, carpet was older than I’m used to but as clean as it could be for it’s age.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
It’s definitely better then before the makeover
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Breakfast was overall very good. You might look for a better bagel vendor, as they were hard.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Delta King Hotel
What a fantastic place to stay! Super fun, great history and walkable to Old Sac!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Dan, the night desk person, was great. Morning breakfast was always ready early. They were renovating some rooms and an unannounced turning off of the water surprised us. It was off for six hours. They provided bottled water after our request. Room could use a coat of paint. Great location, very ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Well stocked. Great choices
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Sacramento
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.
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 Cal Expo Race Track and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 48th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
Downtown Sacramento
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Sacramento. Top attractions like K Street Mall and Golden 1 Center 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.
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.
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.
Land Park
If you're spending time in Land Park, check out sights like Fairytale Town or Sacramento Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 4th Ave-Wayne Hultgren Station or Broadway Station.
