Central Sacramento Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Central 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

AU$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento

Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento

AU$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

AU$35
per adult
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

AU$65
per adult
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

AU$73
per traveller
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours

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

AU$46
per adult
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
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Our pick of the best Central Sacramento Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St Sacramento CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$256
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
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 AU$191 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$191
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,772 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

4 out of 5
1122 7th Street Sacramento CA
The price is AU$316 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$316
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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 ...
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
500 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is AU$309 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$309
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,552 reviews)
"Kimpton Sawyer hotel in Sacramento was superb in every way. Great customer service, efficiency of communication of daily entertainments of the hotel accessible to guests. Customer service checks on you if there’s anything you need thru text .The environment is very clean and well maintained . Staff ..."

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
210 Richards Blvd Sacramento CA
The price is AU$151 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$151
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (2,226 reviews)
"Clean room, but kind of sketchy area. Lot of homeless on next street over. All the car alarms went off about 10:30. A lot of loud outside talk off and on during the night."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Governors Inn Hotel
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
926 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is AU$285 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$285
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,049 reviews)
"n"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Sacramento

Find the best Central Sacramento areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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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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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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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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.

Central Sacramento Travel Guide

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