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 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.
Northstar
If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola 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.
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.
Heavenly Village
While visiting Heavenly Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Shops at Heavenly Village and Heavenly Gondola.
Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Gondola are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Amazing
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Piccadilly
Great room. Everything works: shower, water. Grood breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
Lovely hotel and clean room. All required amenities available and good location. Good parking facilities.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Marriott's Timber Lodge
Great room, clean, great staff. Wonderful location with gondola nearby. Great perks like hot cookies in the lobby! The pools and jacuzzis were nice and warm. Nice to stay right there in the village.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Americana Village
Clean room, great customer service
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Stardust Lodge
All of the above. Great staff, hot tub, nice room and free parking. Fantastic location
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Shops at Heavenly Village
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Shops at Heavenly Village during your visit to South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or seek out the ski slopes.
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