Central Sacramento Travel Guide
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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.
Sacramento Capitol Park
As one of the country’s most striking state capitol grounds, this inner-city haven is home to the Capitol Museum, special plants and trees and significant memorials.
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
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
Chicken Curry Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Sacramento
Top hotels in Central Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
"This is our go to hotel when we go to Sacramento. Rooms are clean, parking is easy and the staff is helpful. We also appreciate the 24 hour market for snacks. Conveniently located steps away from catching a touring Broadway show or a cheer competition."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
"Our stay was okay. There was no trash can in the restroom. The pillows are horrible. Moths seem to be stuck between the curtains and the window. If your room is towards the back of the hotel there's a walkway for people and it's loud at night when you're trying to sleep."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
"Staff were very nice and accommodating. We let them know we were bringing our dog and baby and they had the dog bed with dog treats and bandana ready in our room. Our dog was treated like a princess :) . Room was clean and balcony with the city view was beautiful too! Defff recommend, worth your ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
"Breakfast was good. So.one needs to show the cook what medium is with a steak other than that had no complaints."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
"Doing construction on hotel durning stay."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento
"The room was nice , the staff was helpful friendly and the location was convenient. The only thing was that the flush lever for the toilet was broken. We managed to sort of fix it and notified staff at checkout."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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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 State Indian Museum, 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.
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.
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 California State Railroad Museum might round out your trip.
Land Park
If you're spending time in Land Park, check out sights like Fairytale Town or Sacramento Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 4th Ave-Wayne Hultgren Station or Broadway Station.
