Central Sacramento Travel Guide

Sacramento

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Stay near popular Central Sacramento attractions

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Golden 1 Center

8.4/10 (2,456 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

฿3,607
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours

฿795
per adult
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Oakland Athletics Baseball Game at Oakland Coliseum

Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park

฿1,074
per adult
Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento

฿960
per adult
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

฿1,654
per traveller
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours

Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours

฿860
per adult
Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours
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Top hotels in Central Sacramento

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
300 J St Sacramento CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,576 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿4,576
฿5,362 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,854 reviews)
"Great place with central location. Liked your new food and beverage manager. $35 parking fee a little steep"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,036 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,036
฿5,902 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
500 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,563 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,563
฿7,480 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

4 out of 5
1122 7th Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,596 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,596
฿6,547 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown

2.5 out of 5
200 Jibboom St Sacramento CA
The price is ฿2,340 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,340
฿2,743 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
6.2/10 (2,000 reviews)
"ROACHES !!!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
926 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,599 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,599
฿6,562 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,060 reviews)
"Our family had one of the best experiences we have ever had at a hotel. From the Valet, to the beautiful room, to the delicious restaurant, everything and everyone was excellent!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Central Sacramento

Find the best Central Sacramento areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Midtown Sacramento

Discover Midtown Sacramento, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Midtown Sacramento include Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and Sacramento Art Complex, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.

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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.

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Southeastern Sacramento

While you're in Southeastern Sacramento, take in top sights like California Highway Patrol Headquarters or American River, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Power Inn Station or 48th Street Station.

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North Natomas

If you're spending some time in North Natomas, The Village and Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Central Sacramento Travel Guide