Central Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
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.
Northstar
If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and Northstar California Resort are top sights worth seeing.
Heavenly Valley
If you're spending some time in Heavenly Valley, Heavenly Ski Resort and Aerial Tramway are top sights worth seeing.
Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Heavenly Gondola and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Heavenly Village
While visiting Heavenly Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Shops at Heavenly Village and Heavenly Gondola.
The Village At Palisades Tahoe
While visiting The Village At Palisades Tahoe, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Museum and Olympic Valley Adventure Center.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Stayed here for a quick trip to ski. Excellent location in the village. Staff was friendly, but should be considering there was $100 resort fee per day and $40 per day for valet (no other parking option). QR signs for tipping were everywhere. We were there on weekdays at the end of ski season, but ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia/Kings Canyon
Everything is average at this hotel.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
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Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Marriott's Timber Lodge
Very clean and pretty. The staff was professional and nice.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
Nice place right next to the Lake.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Americana Village
Clean room and nice staff. Fee popcorn and hot tea. Hot coco. Free breakfast. My family loves. We definitely will come back again.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Palisades Tahoe
Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.
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.
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Be humbled by nature at its most impressive in these two breathtaking national parks, home to some of the largest living things on this planet.
Heavenly Gondola
Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.
General Sherman Tree
The world’s largest tree by volume, this giant sequoia is more than 2,000 years old. You must see it in place to fully appreciate its colossal size.
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