Southwestern Sacramento Travel Guide
Sacramento
Visit Southwestern Sacramento
Popular places to visit
Sacramento Zoo
Up-close encounters with red pandas and giraffes, as well as a host of activities for children, have made the Sacramento Zoo a family favorite for over 85 years.
William Land Park
William Land Park is just one of the places to see in Sacramento, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Funderland
Bring the family to Funderland and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Sacramento. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Fairytale Town
Bring the children to Fairytale Town and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Sacramento. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Bing Maloney Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Sacramento at Bing Maloney Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Regal Delta Shores
You can take time to visit Regal Delta Shores during your travels to Sacramento.
Things to do
Athletics Baseball Game at Sutter Health Park
Shadows, Scandals & Secrets of Sacramento Ghost Tours
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Sacramento
Mini Golf Experience 9 Hole Course in Sacramento
Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour
Sacramento Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
Top hotels in Southwestern Sacramento
The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa
"Good, convenient and comfortable. The room is spacious, has a very nice clawfoot tub and luxurious bedding by Westin. The forced valet parking ($52 per day) was a surprise, so be prepared if you book a stay here — there are no parking facilities close by and you will be forced to valet your vehicle ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Oasis Inn Sacramento - Elk Grove
"Clean, nice staff, comfortable covers"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Governors Inn Hotel
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Wyndham Sacramento
"Our shower wall had hair stuck all over it. It was a large amount and made me think the room had not been cleaned prior to us checking in."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
"Excellent, I loved the place, I recommend it 100%."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova Sacramento
"Parking lot could use some cleaning in the back as there is usually trash around all the time. Room is simple and has what you need for a stay."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Southwestern 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.
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 Sacramento Art Complex, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.
North Natomas
If you're spending some time in North Natomas, Park Place Shopping Center and North Natomas Library are top sights worth seeing.
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 California State Railroad Museum might round out your trip.
