American River Canyon Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit American River Canyon
Things to do
Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Top hotels in American River Canyon
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Wyndham Sacramento
"Staff was very helpful in troubleshooting our initial difficulty opening the door with our key. Comfortable bed and pillows. Our sink was slightly clogged/slow to drain. One elevator was very slow and dark. Didn't use it, but pool looked nice and was easy to get to."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Sacramento
"Room had ants upon arrival, got worse after we brought food in, bed and walls were dirty, bathroom and kitchen and fridge super outdated, noisy couldn’t sleep hearing loud noises from upper floor all night, loud maintenance workers at 6am. Saw a cockroach outside entrance on my last night, I wish ..."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026
Lions Gate Hotel
"We have made this hotel our regular sacramento spot. We have been here a few nights every couple weeks and will be back again later this week. On last stay we received an unexpected upgrade of a large 2 person jaquzzi tub in room. Night time security keeps the property safe. The security guys are ..."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in American River Canyon
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.
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.
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.
North Natomas
If you're spending some time in North Natomas, Park Place Shopping Center and North Natomas Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
