Central Sacramento Travel Guide
Sacramento
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Stay near popular Central Sacramento attractions
Things to do
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Sacramento: Fun Cupcake Decorating Class With a Local Chef
Top hotels in Central Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Governors Inn Hotel
"The only complaint my daughters had when we stayed here was the pool was too cold."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
"My parking was comped because it was handicapped, the bed was fairly comfortable. I was hoping to have a microwave in my room along with the refrigerator very disappointed no microwave in the room."
Reviewed on 7 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
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown
"I stayed here for Aftershock and I must say having this be the closest property to the festival is very handy. That said the Wi-Fi isn’t very good, but that could be because a lot of people were staying there but that doesn’t excuse it. I’ve stayed at other properties that are close to the festival ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Central Sacramento
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.
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.
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.
