Old Sacramento

Sacramento

Old Sacramento featuring signage and heritage architecture
Old Sacramento showing signage
Old Sacramento which includes heritage architecture
Old Sacramento featuring heritage architecture and a city
Old Sacramento showing heritage architecture and signage
Ride the old railway, admire the historic buildings and enjoy modern shopping and dining in this beautiful Gold Rush town.

Take a stroll around the streets of Old Sacramento to admire artfully restored 19th-century buildings, visit historical attractions and learn about this area’s past as a thriving gold rush city. In the evening, head out and enjoy entertainment of a more modern variety in the lively town center.

Old Sacramento is a 28-acre (11-hectare) National Historic Landmark, packed with over 50 historical buildings. The area became populated around the time of the 1849 California Gold Rush, and a thriving town has existed here ever since. Today, the area combines several world-renowned historical attractions and museums with a modern town center.

Learn about the area’s history by visiting a couple of the excellent museums. At the Sacramento History Museum you can see diverse exhibits, including real gold found in the area and replicas of houses belonging to the early miners. Make sure you take one of the underground tours. After the floods of 1862, the whole town was raised to combat further damage and a fascinating network of tunnels and old relics were left below.

Stop in at the California State Railroad Museum to learn about the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad. Take a ride on the old train and tour one of the restored coaches.

Walk around the town and you will see numerous other historical buildings. Among the highlights is the Eagle Theater, which dates back to 1849 and still holds performances today. Also of note are the Big Four building and the B. F. Hastings building, which was once the home of the California Supreme Court.

Enjoy shopping in the area’s boutique stores or end your day with a drink and some dinner in one of the many restaurants and bars.

Old Sacramento is located in downtown Sacramento. It is a short walk from the central train station or an easy drive from most city locations. Be aware that many of the attractions charge a small entry fee and may have different opening times throughout the year.


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Top hotels in Old Sacramento

Delta King Hotel
Delta King Hotel
3 out of 5
1000 Front St, Sacramento, CA
The price is €144 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€144
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Fun few days in Old Sacramento
"This turned out to be a wonderful option for our stay in Sacramento. The paddle boat was such a cool experience. The bathroom could use some updating. It would be nice to have a larger shelf to put our toiletries on. The claw-foot tub has a lot of character, but for seniors, as we are, it was a little ..."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2025

Delta King Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown
2.5 out of 5
200 Jibboom St, Sacramento, CA
The price is €69 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€69
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
6/10 (1,464 reviews)
"Value for money"

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Sacramento Downtown
Governors Inn Hotel
Governors Inn Hotel
3 out of 5
210 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA
The price is €125 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€125
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,628 reviews)
"A lot of bang for your buck!"

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2025

Governors Inn Hotel
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Sacramento
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Sacramento
3 out of 5
555 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA
The price is €104 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€104
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,065 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
4 out of 5
1209 L St, Sacramento, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €210 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€210
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,041 reviews)
"Everything from the gift shop was so expensive. Understand it’s for convenience, but still a little too high."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
3 out of 5
300 J St, Sacramento, CA
Fully refundable
The price is €171 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€171
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,291 reviews)
"There location to the event, we went to watch, couldn't have been any better. The facility was very crowded but wait times were insignificant and did not pose any inconveniences. Staff were very polite and helpful. Thank you."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Sacramento

Greater Sacremento

Downtown Sacramento

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Sacramento
Sacramento featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

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.

Central Sacramento
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Boulevard Park

When in Boulevard Park, you can plan a visit to Golden 1 Center and Memorial Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Boulevard Park
Fort Sutter State Historical Park which includes interior views

Midtown Sacramento

4/5(1 area review)

Discover Midtown Sacramento, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Midtown Sacramento include Sutter's Fort State Historic Park and State Indian Museum, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at 23rd Street Station.

Midtown Sacramento
Sacramento Zoo featuring zoo animals

Land Park

If you're spending time in Land Park, check out sights like Fairytale Town or Sacramento Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 4th Ave-Wayne Hultgren Station or Broadway Station.

Land Park
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Curtis Park

While Curtis Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like California Highway Patrol Headquarters and Fairytale Town.

Curtis Park

Old Sacramento

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