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Best Things to Do in Sacramento

Sacramento may be an uncommon tourist destination, but the city has attractions suitable for all ages. The epicenter of visitor activity, Old Sacramento hosts river views, eateries and museums, including the traveler-praised California State Railroad Museum. History buffs should stick to the downtown area to visit Capitol Park and Sutter's Fort, while young families should head south for the age-appropriate Sacramento Zoo and Fairytale Town.

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#1
Capitol Park Free attraction
Monuments and Memorials, Sightseeing, Tours | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: We recommend you start your trip to the park with a free escorted tour of ... read more»

#2
Crocker Art Museum
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: Boasting more than 15,000 pieces of art, the Crocker Art Museum is Sacramento's ... read more»

#3
Midtown
Cafes, Entertainment and Nightlife, Neighborhood/Area | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: According to the New York Times, "Midtown, the area bordered roughly by 17th and 29th ... read more»

#4
Old Sacramento Free attraction
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.5

Why go: A subsection of the city along the Sacramento River, Old Sacramento is one of those ... read more»

#5
California State Railroad Museum
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Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: At the northern end of Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum excites kids and ... read more»

#6
Sutter's Fort
Historic Homes/Mansions, Parks and Gardens, Sightseeing | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 4.0

Why go: In the mid-1840s, Swiss immigrant John Sutter built his fortress to protect himself and his ... read more»

#7
Fairytale Town
Amusement Parks, Parks and Gardens | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 3.5

Why go: Sacramento is not known for giving guests the royal treatment. But at Fairytale Town, where ... read more»

#8
Sacramento Zoo
Zoos and Aquariums | Map It

Overall Rating: Rating: 3.0

Why go: South of downtown, the Sacramento Zoo is a compact facility (only 14.5 acres) with ... read more»

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