American River Canyon Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit American River Canyon
Things to do
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Calaveras/Tuolumne Digital Wine Tasting Passport
Top hotels in American River Canyon
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
"Absolutely fantastic welcome and service from the front-of-house team. Couldn't have asked for more. However whilst the service in the bar was okay, it was just okay, which is a little disappointing"
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
Wyndham Sacramento
"My fiancé and I chose this hotel based on the 8.8 rating here on Expedia but boy did we find out that was false. More like a 2.8. While the staff did their best to try to accommodate us, the property itself was very ill maintained. Key card issues, paint peeling off the wall, clogged/slow drains, ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
"This is our favorite place to stay in Sacramento. We have stayed here at least five times. The location is perfect for our needs."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Sacramento
"Feels like a nice apartment, roomy and comfortable. Really well located. Can walk to a number of good restaurants. No complaints!"
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Lions Gate Hotel
"This place was amazing! I changed my reservation to here super last minute, and it was the best decision ever!! The staff was super friendly and helpful, and there is security that walks the property at all hours! Definitely gave us some peace of mind, especially not being from the area. We didn't ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in American River Canyon
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.
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 Midtown Farmers Market, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.
Arden-Arcade
Arden-Arcade is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to American River Parkway or American River.
North Natomas
If you're spending some time in North Natomas, Park Place Shopping Center and North Natomas Library are top sights worth seeing.
