Near By Activities
• California State Railroad Museum
o See the history of the California railways come to life in engaging exhibits. Stand in the shadow of a 150-year-old, 40-ton monument to innovation, engineering and history.
o https://www.californiarailroad.museum/visit/general-information
o Admission Adults -$12 Children (under 5 are free) -$6
• Croker Art Museum
o The Crocker Ary Museum was one of the first art museums in the US and is now one of the leading art institutions in California. Established in 1855, the Museum features one of the country’s finest collections of California art, exceptional holdings of master drawings, a comprehensive collection of international ceramics as well as European, Asian, African and, Oceanic art.
o https://www.crockerart.org/
o Admission Adults- $15 Children (under 5 are free) -$8
o Museum Hours- Wednesday- Sunday 10AM-5PM
• Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
o The fort and grounds are extensive with many displays and often living history days. Being in the centre of the city, it is also near many places to eat and it is not far from the may other museums and historical sights in this city, which ranks as one of the most historic in the state. In the heart of Sacramento, Sutter’s Fort is one of the most important historic buildings in the state and one of the largest and most extensive buildings from the Mexican or Spanish eras of California history. Although part has been reconstructed and renovated, part is also original. This settlement was instrumental in starting the Gold Rush. It was also Sutter’s Fort which the now-infamous Donner Party tried to reach and it was here where the survivors reached safety. Finally, it marked the beginning of what became the city of Sacramento, one of the most important commercial and transit centers for the Gold Rush and Transcontinental Railroad.
o https://suttersfort.org/visit/
o Admission Adults- $5 Children (under 5 are free) -$3
• Sacramento Zoo
o Children and Adults alike delight in the zoo’s almost 400 species of wildlife
o https://www.saczoo.org/visit/plan-your-zoo-visit/
o Pricing varies but purchase ahead of time $17-$25 Plan-Ahead Pricing is a pricing structure that provides visitors more options to accommodate both their budget and schedule. By buying your tickets at least a day in advance of your visit you can save money. The earlier you buy, the more you save.
o Hours- 9AM-5PM
• Sacramento Historic River Cruise
o Old Town Sacramento can be super crowded due to its hip hot spots. Avoid the crowds and take in the sights from the water during this Sacramento River cruise. You can relax and enjoy either outdoor or indoor seating areas as you listen to your captain’s historical commentary that traces the Gold Rush, Pony Express, and present day. Plus, a meeting spot at the L Street Dock makes it easy to hop aboard. Duration is 1 hour
o Admission is $30.00 closed Monday -Wednesday
• Old Sacramento
o This historic area of restored building, museums and novelty shops brings life to the Sacramento waterfront.
o https://www.oldsacramento.com/
o Free to walk around- like a boardwalk area
• Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
o The Leland Stanford Mansion is a stunning example of the splendor and elegance of the Victorian era in California. On your tour of the 19,000-square-foot Mansion you will see:
17-foot ceilings
Gilded mirrors and exquisitely detailed carved moldings
Beautifully restored woodwork
Elegant 19th century crystal and bronze light fixtures
Historic paintings
Re-created carpeting and draperies based on photographs from the 1870s to match the original interior design
Original period furnishings that belonged to the Stanfords.
19th-Century style gardens
o https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=489
• Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour
o Discover one of Sacramento’s most charming and historical neighborhoods when you embark on a food- and culture-themed walking tour of Midtown. In the afternoon, meet your guide in the neighborhood, and set off with just a small group for company. Be sure to come hungry: you’ll visit several eateries and will try a range of local dishes. As you go, visit galleries, spy murals, and learn all about Midtown’s history. Duration is 3 hours
o Cost $98 per person
o https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g32999-d11486142-Midtown_Sacramento_Arts_and_Food_Tour-Sacramento_California.html
• Sacramento Street Art Walking Tour- See the Murals Sacramento is Famous For
o Stroll through Sacramento’s vibrant Midtown neighborhood taking in dozens of the amazing murals for which the city is known for. Many of the colorful murals you will see were created for the city’s annual Wide Open Walls mural festival that began in 2016. In addition to the street art, Midtown Sacramento is home to great restaurants, fun and funky nightlife. And interesting shops. 2 hour duration
o $45.00 per person
o https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g32999-d23761077Sacramento_Street_Art_Walking_Tour_See_the_Murals_Sacramento_is_Famous_For-Sacramen.html
Bing Maloney Golf Complex
o Play the 18-hole course or hit the 9-hole executive course for a relaxing day on the greens. The complex features a driving range, pro shop, and the Maloney Grill – known for the best breakfast burrito in town.
o https://www.bingmaloney.com/