Central Sacramento Travel Guide
Sacramento
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 University Sacramento
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit California State University Sacramento during your trip to Sacramento. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Sacramento Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Sacramento Convention Center during your trip to Sacramento. 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.
California State Railroad Museum
Discover how trains helped make America what it is today in the largest railroad museum in the country.
Things to do
Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Central Sacramento
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Just a very nice hotel near everything. Love it.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
The hotel staff were very friendly and accommodating. However, the woman that was working the general store next to the check-in was very cold and unwelcoming. The bed was comfortable and the room was nice. You have to use your key card to make the elevator go up, so that helps keep unwanteds out ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Close to everything
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Amazing room and work out facilities
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
Everything is best at this hotel!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
Wonderful room
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Sacramento
Midtown Sacramento
Discover Midtown Sacramento, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Midtown Sacramento include Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and Sacramento Art Complex, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.
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.
Boulevard Park
When in Boulevard Park, you can plan a visit to Golden 1 Center and Memorial Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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 Sacramento History Museum might round out your trip.
