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.
California State Railroad Museum
Discover how trains helped make America what it is today in the largest railroad museum in the country.
Old Sacramento Waterfront
Find out about the history of Sacramento when you take a trip to Old Sacramento Waterfront.
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
Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour
Top hotels in Central Sacramento
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
I will be using this property again in the future. Staff were kind , helpful and made our stay easy and comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
There are quite a few rough looking people walking around at night,but a short Uber ride vc
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
carpet in the room needs to be replaced, hallways need to be vacuumed, hard to find the entrance using an I phone GPS
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Elevator was out of service. Tv did not work
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Beautiful property, great staff, and location
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Delta King Hotel
I seen by to a concert that was walking distance from the hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 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 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 Sacramento History 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.
