Sacramento
What you need to know before you go
Sacramento is nestled in the lush Central Valley and is known for great food and wine. With its high concentration of top restaurants, as well as lip-smacking burger bars, you certainly won’t tire of the dining in this city. During the day, you can also escape into the surrounding vineyards for Californian wine tastings.
Outdoor leisure is everywhere in sunny Sacramento, with a network of walking and cycle paths along the American River Parkway. The whole family can experience the Gold Rush Days in Old Sacramento, or enjoy the innovative artworks on display at Crocker Art Museum.
What to see & do in Sacramento
Featured stories & fun stuff10 Best Things to Do in Sacramento
Sacramento offers a multitude of things to do, from wandering around the historic old town to scoffing down frothy brews on K Street. “California begins here,” its tourism slogan proclaims, and there’s no denying this seldom-explored city is rich...10 Best Things to Do with Kids in Sacramento
Sacramento offers fantastic activities for kids, including a series of amusement parks, interactive museums, and animal encounters. Many of the places on our list are enjoyable for parents, and the whole family will have lots of fun together. Some will...
Where & what to eat in Sacramento
10 Best Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Sacramento
Sacramento’s local food scene is one that’ll satisfy anyone looking for culinary adventures in California’s state capital, thanks to its well-varied collection of local dining institutions and farm-to-table offerings. The streets in downtown are lined with hotspots serving anything from old-fashion American cuisine to Chinese and Japanese from longstanding diners. Meanwhile, venturing out to nearby places...
Where to shop & what to buy in Sacramento
10 Best Farmers’ Markets in Sacramento
Sacramento, the ‘farm-to-fork capital of America’, is surrounded by acres and acres of agricultural land that benefit from the region’s fertile soil and plentiful sun. It forms the northern half of California’s verdant Central Valley, which is a...10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Sacramento
Sacramento, the capital of California, should definitely be considered when it comes to shopping. While your mind may go straight to the likes of Tinsel Town or Beverly Hills for west coast splurging, Sactown has its own artisanal, down-to...
Where to go & what to do at night in Sacramento
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Sacramento
One of the best things to do after dinner in Sacramento is exploring the many bars and pubs along the lively K Street, the city’s main nightlife strip. Interestingly, you have plenty of options for barhopping or going on a pub crawl in the city, including on wheels (without the risk of drink-driving, of course). Other quirky spots and...
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Sacramento Travel Essentials
Our Sacramento Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help you plan your trip to one of the most popular destinations in California, USA. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from Sacramento International Airport to my hotel? What currency and type of plug...
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