American River Canyon Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit American River Canyon
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.
University of California, Davis
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Davis during your trip to Davis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Cal Expo
Learn about the events happening in Cal Expo during your trip to Sacramento. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Discovery Park
Discovery Park is just one of the places to see in Sacramento, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Sacramento Zoo
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.
California State Capitol
The seat of California’s government also houses an informative museum with an extensive collection of Californian art.
Things to do
City Cruises Sacramento: Historic River Cruise
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
City Cruises Sacramento: Rock the Yacht River Cruise
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
Top hotels in American River Canyon
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Everything was so lovely from checking in to checking out!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Great staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Sacramento Airport Natomas
Very nice stay.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Cal Expo
Ryan was amazing
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Room was clean and exactly like the picture featured. Also the area was very quiet.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova Sacramento
Clean
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around American River Canyon
East Roseville Parkway
If you're spending some time in East Roseville Parkway, Golfland Sunsplash and Regal UA Olympus Pointe are top sights worth seeing.
Folsom Road
Folsom Road might not have many top sights, but All American Speedway and Placer County Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 or Country Club Family Billiards.
Rosemont
When in Rosemont and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like K1 Speed Sacramento or American River Parkway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Watt/Manlove Station or Starfire Station.
North Sacramento
If you're spending time in North Sacramento, check out sights like Arden Fair Mall or Haggin Oaks Golf Complex and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Marconi-Arcade Station or Swanston 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.
