Downtown Sacramento Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit Downtown 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.
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.
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.
K Street Mall
During your trip to Sacramento, you can do some window-shopping at K Street Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Downtown Commons
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Commons during your stay in Sacramento. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 Downtown Sacramento
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
In heart of downtown, close to plenty of restaurants, clean premises, and very nice staff.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
Yes, shops nearby. Did not use the gym
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Room looked like it had some work done to it recently but wasn't cleaned after that work. The floor, counters, and table were all dirty to the point that I kept my socks on, and they got very dirty as well. Asked for room service at the front desk. They took a note and said it would get done, it ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
It’s the only place I stay when I come to Sacramento. Couldn’t do five starts
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento
I didn’t really do a lot while there. But the staff was great and the room and property were way better than I expected.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
Immaculate property
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Sacramento
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.
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.
Central Sacramento
If you're spending time in Central Sacramento, check out sights like Sutter's Fort State Historic Park or Memorial Auditorium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
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.
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.
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.
