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.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
Learn about the Donner Party and the California Gold Rush through reenactments and a restored fort in this open-air museum.
Activities
City Cruises Sacramento: Historic River Cruise
City Cruises Sacramento: Rock the Yacht River Cruise
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
City Cruises Sacramento: Alive After 5 River Cruise
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Central Sacramento Hotel Deals
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Love this hotel always something to do
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Yes, the room was clean. Staff was courteous. It's at a walking distance from the Golden 1 center and downtown.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
The Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town was the perfect spot for our event at the Golden 1 Center — just a quick, easy walk! Free guest parking made everything no-muss, no-fuss, and the bed was wonderfully comfy. Plus, there’s a full variety of restaurants just a block away. The true standout, though, ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Governors Inn Hotel
Front desk people were awesome. The bathrooms need a complete over haul. Dated, depressing. The little tiles are pre-mold(ing). Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
All staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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 Cal Expo Race Track 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.
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.
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.
