Old Sacramento State Historic Park 111 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814 ☎ (916) 442-7644 Last Updated: 04/06/2024 | |
Old Sacramento State Historic Park, located in Sacramento, California, is a designated state historic park and a significant cultural and tourist destination. It provides a rich historical experience and serves as a vibrant cultural hub within the city of Sacramento. | |
- Historic Buildings: Old Sacramento preserves many historic buildings from the city's early days during the California Gold Rush era of the mid-19th century. Visitors can explore well-preserved wooden sidewalks and storefronts, giving a glimpse into the past. - California State Railroad Museum: This museum, located within Old Sacramento, is one of the most popular attractions. It showcases the history of railroads in California through exhibits, artifacts, and restored locomotives and cars. - Riverfront Promenade: Old Sacramento sits along the Sacramento River, and its riverfront promenade offers scenic views, leisurely strolls, and access to riverboat tours. - Shopping and Dining: The area is home to numerous shops, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes housed within historic buildings. Visitors can find everything from souvenirs to specialty foods. - Events and Festivals: Old Sacramento hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including Gold Rush Days, music festivals, and holiday celebrations. - Delta King Riverboat: The Delta King, a historic riverboat, is permanently docked in Old Sacramento and operates as a hotel, restaurant, and entertainment venue. - Wells Fargo History Museum: This museum offers insights into the history of Wells Fargo & Company, featuring exhibits on the company's role in the Gold Rush and the development of banking and express services in the American West. |
River Bend Park Place » Outdoors River Bend Park is one of Sacramento’s oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you to this park’s many recreation facilities. Wild turkeys and deer rustle in the grass beneath young oaks, while the bright green, carefully cared-for picnic area is a delicious place to stop for lunch. 55 views 💖 12300 Rod Beaudry Dr, Sacramento, CA 95827 | |
Sutter's Landing Regional Park Place » Outdoors Sutter's Landing Park is a 166.83 acre regional park including Basketball Courts, Bocce Ball Courts with Shade Canopy Seating Areas, Dog Park - 2.5 acres includes areas for large & small dogs, Landscaping, Parking Lots*, Park Entry Monuments, Restrooms, Shade Structure, Signage Improvements, Skate Area, with seating areas and a drinking fountain, Skate Park and more... 42 views 💖 120 28th St, Sacramento, CA 95816 | |
McKinley Rose Garden Place » Outdoors McKinley Rose Garden is Sacramento's Oldest Classic Public Rose Garden. It features over 1,200 rose bushes, paths & benches. 61 views 💖 13255 H St, Sacramento, CA 95816 | |
California State Capitol Park Place » Outdoors In 1863, California Governor Leland Stanford envisioned a Victorian garden “with a beauty and luxuriousness that no other capitol can boast†surrounding the California State Capitol. Well over a century and a half later, California’s Capitol Park has a luxuriousness and beauty that few capitols can compete with. 65 views 💖 11300 L St, Sacramento, CA 95814 | |
McKinley Park Place » Outdoors McKinley Park is a 31.88 acre park including Basketball Court, Community Center, Garden and Arts Center, Group Picnic Areas, Horseshoe pits, Jogging Trail, Play Areas, Soccer field, Softball Field, Swimming and Wading Pool, Tennis Courts and Volleyball Court. 58 views 💖 1601 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816 | |
Southside Park Place » Outdoors Southside Park is a 19.5 acre park located in Sacramento, California including Amphitheater, Aerated Park Pond, Close to .75 acre Southside Community Garden, Lake with Fishing Piers, Two Lighted Tennis Courts, Lighted Basketball Court, Par Course with Four Fitness Stations and Picnic Areas. 69 views 💖 12115 6th St, Sacramento, CA 95818 | |
William Land Regional Park Place » Outdoors William Land Regional Park with 207.34 developed acres includes the following amenities: Adventure Play Area, Amphitheater, Fairytale Town, Funderland, Sacramento Zoo, Basketball Court, Golf Course and more ... 63 views 💖 13800 W Land Park Dr, Sacramento, CA 95822 | |
Sacramento, California Place » City Sacramento is the capital city of California, located in the northern part of the state and the seat of government of Sacramento County. With a population of over 500,000 people, it is the sixth-largest city in California and the 35th-largest city in the United States. 641 views 💖 4California | |
Sutter's Fort State Historic Park Place » Historical Place Sutter's Fort State Historic Park captures the pioneer spirit of families arriving in wagon trains at the dawn of the California Gold Rush. In the heart of Midtown Sacramento, John Sutter built the Fort and his agricultural empire, was critical in the rescue of the tragic Donner Party and served as a diplomat with the Mexican government until it all came crashing down in 1848. 485 views 💖 62701 L Street, Sacramento CA, 95816 |