Downtown Sacramento Travel Guide

Sacramento

A large, white neoclassical building with a central dome, surrounded by trees and well-maintained gardens.
A historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by trees.
A modern building with a curved facade and large windows, labeled "Crocker."
A sign for the Crocker Art Museum with an entrance at the Teel Family Pavilion.

Stay near popular Downtown 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

Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided

Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour

฿320
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour
Oakland Athletics Baseball Game at Oakland Coliseum

Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park

฿1,931
per adult
Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

฿3,575
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

฿787
per adult
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento

฿787
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

฿1,640
per traveller
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
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Top hotels in Downtown Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,057 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,057
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
300 J St Sacramento CA
The price is ฿4,340 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,340
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,842 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay! The room was spotless and cozy, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful. Plus, the location is perfect—just minutes from downtown, great shopping, and the events center. I will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
500 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿6,054 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿6,054
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,571 reviews)
"Staff was helpful and welcoming"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Governors Inn Hotel

Governors Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
210 Richards Blvd Sacramento CA
The price is ฿3,100 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,100
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Governors Inn Hotel
Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento

4 out of 5
1122 7th Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,631 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,631
per night
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
926 J Street Sacramento CA
The price is ฿5,635 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,635
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,061 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and spacious for this trip. Staff was informative and courteous. Being pet friendly hotel made this my ideal hotel."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

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

Find the best Downtown Sacramento areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Jay Morales
Open Photo by Jay Morales

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.

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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.

Downtown Sacramento Travel Guide