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Pro
Great ethnic food, good jumping off point for the Sierra and Wine Country, generally good weather
Con
Restaurants close early.
In a nutshell
A little of everything .. and close to San Fran, the mountains, the ocean, rivers ..
25 Reviews I took this picture near the Civil War Memorial Grove. I was tempted to crawl around under the trees and look for names, but the ground was muddy. There are something like 186 varieties of camillias in the Capitol Park. Does anyone know what variety this is? Please let me know and I'll update this...
28 Reviews Located on the American River (near downtown Sacramento) is the historic area called Old Sacramento. It's from here in 1839 that the beginnings of California's state capital began (due to rapid expansion from the gold rush, the transcontinental railroad as well as the Pony Express). You can still...
California State Railroad Museum
12 Reviews Many train buffs go to Sacramento just to visit the California State Railroad Museum. Its extensive collection of locomotives, railroad cars, and related memorabilia probably makes it the best museum of its kind in North America. Visiting the museum is an excellent way to learn about a bygone...
4 Reviews You can cruise the Sacramento River on board the "Spirit of Sacramento" or the "Matthew McKinley." These riverboats look like the paddlewheelers that ply America's rivers in the past. Sightseeing cruises are only $12.50. There are also brunch, lunch, dinner/dance, happy hour, and sunset cruises....
1 Review Sacramento's Chinatown is very small compared to that of San Francisco or Oakland. But, while visiting downtown, you may want to drop by. It's very attractive, with some good restaurants, and also a quiet, shady place to relax. And it's right downtown.
4 Reviews and 129 Opinions I have stayed in the past and ok good location Fun Town.I reserved a riverview room 4 days prior and...
1 Review and 90 Opinions This place was AWESOME!! It's like an Extended Stay but WAY better! The staff was polite, the rooms...
8 Reviews Don't waste your money at The Firehouse Restaurant. Grant it, years ago this restaurant probably had a booming business. It's in a historic old firehouse and was always known for gourmet food. Things have changed allot and it's not worth your money! The service and management are horrible...the...
2 Reviews Your visit to the Pilothouse Restaurant will be a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable experience ... well matched to the beautiful paddlewheeler. The oak paneled dining room and lounge offer exquisite examples of fine craftsmanship and design from a bygone era. The waterfront setting and view are...
5 Reviews Faces is technicaly a "gay club" but you will find just about everyone here, gay or straight. There are two different dance floors that play 80's, house or pop music and I believe the cover is around $9. This is one of the most entertaining clubs in the area where you will see gay or straight people...
8 Reviews The Sac memorial auditorium was built in 1927 and was dedicated to all the Sacramento citizens who died in war. Though it is elegant in appearance, it is very warm and welcoming...to Sacramento natives, it just "feels like home" :) In it's 71 years, it has seen everything from the circus to the...
4 Reviews One of the best urban malls in America, this one offers movie houses, a Hard Rock Cafe, a brewpub, coffee shops, a large food court, and occasional live entertainment. It's an excellent place to watch people and chill out. The selection is huge. Stores include Ann Taylor, Bath & Body Works, Banana...
5 Reviews They have all kinds of memorials that have been created over the years. The statue comemmorating Spanish War Veterans stood near a little pond with fountain. It was near the Civil War Memorial Grove. I decided the people of Sacramento must be very civic-minded.
4 Reviews California statewide sales tax is 7.75% on all goods except food items. It is not included in the prices listed on merchandise but will be added at the cash register. Tips in restaurants are not included and you are free to leave whatever you want. Usually you leave between 12 and 15%. In a more...
6 Reviews In Old Sac a train ride is offered down the Sacramento River. The cost is approximately $8. but don't be fooled. There is nothing noteworthy to see on this ride. The tracks are between the river and Interstate 5. The view of the river is nothing but water with no pretty buildings, houses or...
2 Reviews South of Sacramento, along the river, you will find the old Chinese town of Locke. It has the unique status of being the only town in the US built exclusively by the Chinese for the Chinese. It was built in 1920 and its original character has been well preserved. It is not a tourist trap or a ghost...
7 Reviews Sacramento like most of California is mostly casual but unlike some of the other tips for this area I don't think running around in shorts and flip-flops in the summer is all you want to do. If you are visiting Old Sacramento or some of the other outdoor venues then its fine but in many restuarants...
3 Reviews If you're visiting in the summer plan for hot weather. Dress is casual in most places, and shorts and t-shirts are very common. If you're not used to the sun a hat would be a good idea too. Don't forget the sunscreen if you're coming in the summer.
6 Reviews About a 45 minute drive from Sacramento is the famous Jelly Belly Factory. The tour is free!!!! You get taken around the factory with a birds eye view of how the Jelly Belly goes from nothing to the fabulous gourment jelly bean I love to eat!!!!! And at the end you get a free small bag of Jelly...
3 Reviews Just up highway 50 a bit is Folsom Lake. It is a wonderful place to go with your family for a picnic in a quiet private cove. It is also a great place to go with 10 of your friends, 5 coolers of beer, a wave runner, a Mastercraft and a wake board or water ski. Folsom is the summer playgroaund for...
9 Reviews Go to Old Town...everyone will say that but it is true. Old town is darling with its wooden sidewalks and sleepy river ambiance. It is a bit touristy, but that's why it has a few good resturaunts and fun bars. http://www.oldsacramento.com/home.html I live in midtown Sacramento, and my fondest...
7 Reviews Wandering around the city, i came across these market stalls, selling all sorts of fruit, vegetables and cut flowers. The market stalls here are located in the picturesque Cesar E Chavez Plaza, corner of 9th and J Streets.
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Home Sweet Home - Sacramento is the capitol of California so it is a busy, vibrant city. It is also famous for having more trees than any other city except Paris (my other favorite city). We have a glorious...
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Q: Are Makaloff Diggins, South Yuba State Park and the Bidwell Mansion still open for visitors? If so what days of the week are they...
A: Makaloff Diggins and South Yuba State Park are open every day of the week. However the visitor center in South Yuba is only open Thursday to Sunday I believe. Be sure...
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My main reason for going to Sacramento was because that was where the Amtrak train would take me, for my onward journey to lake Tahoe! As it was, I arrived in the city at just after 6 am, and knew I...
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This meeting with Jeannette in Old Sacramento was planned ahead of time .Jeannette asked me if I could make a stop during our trip around California and of course we were happy to do so .It was a...
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Sacramento is California's capital. I particularly enjoyed exploring Old Sacramento which has three interesting rides: River Otter Water Taxi, Sacramento Southern Railroad Train, and the Spirit of...
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When I lived in California, Sacramento was the nearest city to me. It was where I most often went for shopping, entertainment, culture, and most other things. Some of my friends live there, and are......
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