Central Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
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.
Montgomery Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montgomery Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Heavenly Valley Creek and Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel.
Apple Hill
While visiting Apple Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Apple Mountain Golf Resort and Time Out Spa.
North Natomas
If you're spending some time in North Natomas, Park Place Shopping Center and North Natomas Library are top sights worth seeing.
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 State Indian Museum, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay great. Nicole in the coffee shop was incredibly nice and our child loved going down every morning to greet her. Parking was a little steep and there should be discounted rates for those who stay, or at least a disclaimer when booking that it is $40 ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Piccadilly
The Wi-Fi connection in Room 349 was extremely poor. I needed to use the internet during my stay, but the lack of connectivity made that nearly impossible.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South
great
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Clean rooms and everything is nice and comfy. Enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Lodge at Lake Tahoe
Highly Recommend. Although it's right off the main road, it's tucked away in the trees and felt almost cabin like. The lodge is normally a timeshare so the rooms are fully equipped with dishes, a coffee maker, even had a blender and crock pot. Very nice handmade tahoe style furniture and fixtures. ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Marriott Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe
The hotel is wonderful from customer service to the presentation. Central convenience to shops and restaurants. The only minus was no fan in the bathroom and gets stuffy. Overall, I would stay again.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Palisades Tahoe
Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.
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.
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Be humbled by nature at its most impressive in these two breathtaking national parks, home to some of the largest living things on this planet.
Emerald Bay State Park
This scenic inlet offers a beautiful beach, island, waterfalls, wreck dives, heritage sites and campgrounds with views over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe.
Heavenly Gondola
Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.
- Heavenly Ski Resort
- Palisades Tahoe
- Northstar California Resort
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
- Emerald Bay State Park
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- Thunder Valley Casino
- University of California
- General Sherman Tree
- California State University
- Arden Fair Mall
- McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
- California State University-Bakersfield
- Cal Expo Race Track
