Sacramento Attractions
Things to do in Sacramento
Sacramento Attractions. Looking for something fun to do with your family? Want something kid friendly? Need to find a good park to play with your dog? Then look no further because HelloSacramento.com has you covered. We've sought out the best attractions in Sacramento and have detailed information about parks, museums, festivals, zoos and more.
Exploring the six city blocks that comprise Old Sacramento is like panning for gold. Most of what you find in each pan is sediment, but the occasional gold nugget makes it worthwhile. It’s a fitting analogy because Old Sacramento wouldn’t exist if the Gold Rush 49ers hadn’t arrived to turn this spot on the Sacramento River into a boomtown in 1849.
Capitol Park Sacramento, which surrounds the Capitol building on all four sides in downtown Sacramento, is a splendid, 40-acre arboretum, with 450 species of trees and flowering shrubs, plus numerous monuments.
While the California Railroad Museum prides itself on educating visitors on the history of the railroads in the United States, there is certainly no shortage of fun and excitement for guests.
Many longtime residents of Sacramento who think they knew all of its main attractions don’t even know the California Museum exists. Yet it has been right downtown at 10th and O streets since opening in 1995.
Sacramento's Fairytale Town is a magical village where kids can explore McGregor's Garden, Alice's Rabbit Hole, Cinderella's Pumpkin Coach and more.
Why visit the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento when you could attend more prestigious art museums in San Francisco, two hours away? Well, for one thing, the Crocker more than tripled in size when it reopened in October 2010.
Taking the free tour of the California State Capitol is as imperative as visiting the White House in Washington or Independence Hall in Philly.
Sutter’s Fort is where John Sutter famously contracted James Marshall to build a sawmill in Coloma; but instead of lumber, Marshall brought back news of his gold discovery. The Gold Rush was on and Sutter’s Fort, already a bustling trading post, was in the thick of it all. It's now a treasure trove of early California history.
Whether you're looking for something interesting to do on an uneventful evening or are a seasoned rock climber, Sacramento Pipeworks is the perfect destination for fun and exercise.
Going to the Davis Farmers Market on Saturdays is more than just a family tradition for the residents of Sacramento and its surrounding neighborhoods. It's a way of life.
Founded in 1954, the Sacramento Ballet was created by sisters Barbara and Deane Crockett. The Crocketts sent the ballet into the national spotlight, where it has since been regarded as one of the country's top ballet companies.
Just an hour outside of downtown Sacramento lies one of the area's most visited amusement parks: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. A creative zoo-theme park combination, Discovery Kingdom is located in nearby Vallejo.
The Delta King Hotel in Sacramento is far more than your ordinary hotel. This classic-style riverboat offers 3-diamond suites alongside two fine restaurants, two dinner theaters, a wine school and event facilities-- all on the Sacramento River.
Sutter's Fort is a working museum that boasts one of the most comprehensive collections of authentic gold rush and pre-Civil War era memorabilia in the country.
The California State Military Museum in Sacramento is an educational experience that will bring a newly-renewed appreciation for our country’s servicemen and women.
Sacramento’s Hornblower River and Dockside cruises are the perfect destination for a romantic evening of dinner and dancing or a night out on the town with friends.
Sacramento’s Esquire IMAX Theatre features the largest screen in the city, putting viewers right in the middle of the cinematic action. Located on the first floor of the Esquire Tower, this eight-story mega-movie masterpiece is unlike any other theater in the area.
Some of the biggest names in comedy got their starts at Sacramento's Laughs Unlimited. For nearly 30 years, this popular California comedy club has hosted such names as Harry Anderson, Bob Saget, Paul Reiser, Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno.
Arden Fair is Sacramento's largest indoor shopping mall-- the perfect place for shopaholics to feed their addictions. With more than a million square feet of shopping space and over 165 retailers, Arden Fair is ideal for bargain hunters and high-end shoppers alike.
Sacramento's Funderland Amusement Park is jam-packed with kid-friendly thrill rides that will have your little ones shrieking with delight.
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