Southwestern Sacramento Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A coastal cliff with pink flowers and the ocean.
A coastal fort with a cannon, a stone wall, and a clear view of the ocean.
A large yellow steel bridge with intricate truss structures.

Stay near popular Southwestern Sacramento attractions

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Sacramento Zoo

8.0/10 (1,007 reviews)
Up-close encounters with red pandas and giraffes, as well as a host of activities for children, have made the Sacramento Zoo a family favorite for over 85 years.
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Activities

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

AU$45
per adult
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

AU$24
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

AU$70
per traveller
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour

AU$63
per adult
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
Experience spine-tingling shivers on a ghostly adventure like no other.

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

AU$37
per adult
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
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Our pick of the best Southwestern Sacramento Hotel Deals

The Westin Sacramento Hotel & Marina

The Westin Sacramento Hotel & Marina

4 out of 5
4800 Riverside Blvd Sacramento CA
The price is AU$335 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$335
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy a full-service spa, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (495 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

The Westin Sacramento Hotel & Marina
Best Western Capital City Inn

Best Western Capital City Inn

2.5 out of 5
15 Massie Ct Sacramento CA
The price is AU$169 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$169
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I like the size of the television the sinks were older modeled the shower was older modeled the furniture was old ! The smell wasn’t fresh the price was reasonable if the property was a little more updated. I found hair on one of the towels. They have bar soap other hotels have liquid soap. I didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Best Western Capital City Inn
Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St Sacramento CA
The price is AU$255 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$255
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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$239 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$239
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Wyndham Sacramento

Wyndham Sacramento

3.5 out of 5
5321 Date Ave Sacramento CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$141 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$141
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (1,341 reviews)
"Very nice place, helpful and friendly staff - comfortable, clean room. Just ready for a new mattress."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Wyndham Sacramento
Residence Inn by Marriott Sacramento Airport Natomas

Residence Inn by Marriott Sacramento Airport Natomas

4 out of 5
2618 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$214
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Sacramento Airport Natomas
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Our guide on where to stay in Southwestern Sacramento

Find the best Southwestern 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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Open Photo by Jay Morales

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, The Village and Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Southwestern Sacramento Travel Guide

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