Downtown Sacramento Travel Guide

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A historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by trees.
A modern building with a curved facade and large windows, labeled "Crocker."
A sign for the Crocker Art Museum with an entrance at the Teel Family Pavilion.

Stay near popular Downtown Sacramento attractions

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Golden 1 Center

8.4/10 (2,456 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

NZ$190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Oakland Athletics Baseball Game at Oakland Coliseum

Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park

NZ$52
per adult
Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

NZ$29
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

NZ$56
per adult
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Experience spine-tingling shivers on a ghostly adventure like no other.

Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours

NZ$45
per adult
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

NZ$79
per adult
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Sacramento Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St Sacramento CA
The price is NZ$337 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$337
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,223 reviews)
"Nice big room and staff was great. The bar and bartenders were great too."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
300 J St Sacramento CA
The price is NZ$273 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$273
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,873 reviews)
"While not super cheap it was one of the cheaper options for a downtown Sacramento hotel, so that we could walk to the A’s game. We had a pregame drink at the little bar in the lobby, and the drinks were good. Our room was fine/ clean. We parked down the road in public parking which cost us only $10.99 ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
210 Richards Blvd Sacramento CA
The price is NZ$169 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$169
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,253 reviews)
"Love the sink outside of toilet/shower. Very spacious room. Free safe parking. All it would take would be hot scrambled eggs and sausage to take this up a level vs hard boiled eggs and no meat"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Governors Inn Hotel
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
500 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is NZ$443 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$443
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
926 J Street Sacramento CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$391 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$391
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

4 out of 5
1122 7th Street Sacramento CA
The price is NZ$412 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$412
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,272 reviews)
"If you’re going to see a game in downtown Sacramento or just enjoying the nightlife in atmosphere of that area, this hotel is in a perfect spot close to restaurants and walking distance most everything"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Sacramento

Find the best Downtown Sacramento areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Sacramento
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Central Sacramento

If you're spending time in Central Sacramento, check out sights like Golden 1 Center or Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.

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Midtown Sacramento

Discover Midtown Sacramento, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Midtown Sacramento include Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and Midtown Farmers Market, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.

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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 Parkway or American River.

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North Natomas

If you're spending some time in North Natomas, Park Place Shopping Center and North Natomas Library are top sights worth seeing.

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Southeastern Sacramento

While you're in Southeastern Sacramento, take in top sights like California Highway Patrol Headquarters or American River, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Power Inn Station or 48th Street Station.

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