Central Sacramento Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit Central 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.
California State Capitol
The seat of California’s government also houses an informative museum with an extensive collection of Californian art.
Old Sacramento Waterfront
Find out about the history of Sacramento when you take a trip to Old Sacramento Waterfront.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
Learn about the Donner Party and the California Gold Rush through reenactments and a restored fort in this open-air museum.
Things to do
City Cruises Sacramento: Historic River Cruise
City Cruises Sacramento: Rock the Yacht River Cruise
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
City Cruises Sacramento: Alive After 5 River Cruise
Top hotels in Central Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Great place. Excellent staff. I had booked a single with King bed through Expedia but was told by the hotel that they had no king beds available upon check-in. I was placed in a room with two Doubles instead. Although I did not get a bill adjustment because the hotel said I booked through a third-party ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Yes, the staff were great especially the black lady in the front working overnight.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Beautiful Hotel. I accidentally booked my room for Saturday instead of Friday, thank goodness they had room she said it was no problem to switch my reservation. They ere very friendly and accommodating. First class experience
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
Plenty of parking. Staff was helpful and nice.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Governors Inn Hotel
Room was clean just had a stale smell to it. After a while. I got use to it and was able to sleep. It was nothing that an air freshener couldn’t handle.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Delta King Hotel
Clean room. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Sacramento
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oak Park
Though Oak Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colonial Theatre and California Highway Patrol Headquarters.
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.
