Exciting and Fun Things To Do In Sacramento, California

There are plenty of fun things to do in Sacramento and this article will highlight some of the most memorable ones. Sacramento is the capital city of California, and it was founded in 1854. It has beautiful, outdoorsy weather, almost year-round.

Below are some of the fun things that you can do while visiting Sacramento, Ca.

1. Visit The McKinley Park Rose Garden

This garden has such beautiful ambience and well cultivated flowers. It offers soothing paths to stroll through, while observing the blossoming roses.

It looks stunning year-round; they really do a good job of maintaining the flowers and lawns.

This garden plays host to various ceremonies, from weddings to birthday parties, with simple and easy décor to blend with the garden’s natural beauty.

The McKinley Park Rose Garden is the largest of its kind in Sacramento, it has about twelve hundred (1200) well pruned rose bushes.

Location: 3255 H St, Sacramento, CA 95816

Question: When are the roses in full bloom?
Answer: The roses at McKinley Park Rose Garden are in full bloom between April – November.

Question: Are volunteers allowed to help with the roses in the park?
Answer: Yes, they are. Get in touch with the management to see the current schedules.

2.) California State Railroad Museum

The California State Railroad Museum showcases in a historical context, the growth of railroad and associated infrastructure in California from its early days to the 1900s.

It has as part of its extensive collection, locomotives and rail cars from about 1862 to 1944.

While visiting this museum, there are various activities that you can take part in. Have you ever wanted to board a train that is pulled by a steam or diesel locomotive?

Here is your chance to do that, while enjoying a scenic view along the Sacramento River in this 50-minute round trip.

For this ride, you have the option of purchasing a ticket for the coach class or the first class. No matter where you seat, it promises a memorable experience.

Guided tours are also available. To participate in one, make sure to talk to the front desk upon arrival. They are led by docents, and it will cover in about 30 minutes, the building of the transcontinental railroad.

Location: 125 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Question: Are the train rides available every day?
Answer: No, they are not. Please, be sure to visit the official museum site to see the schedules and plan accordingly.

3.) Tour of The Breweries

Tour of The Breweries Sacramento — *photo credit | Tembela B.*

There are more than a few craft beer breweries in Sacramento and if you are like me, a visit to one or more of them is always in the bucket list.

Depending on which of them you visit, you could be offered free tasting and tours.

Some of the breweries are known for extensive beer menu and of course, grilled or fried goods to go with the beers. In some, you can be allowed to create a brew of your own, using custom recipes.

Question: How many breweries are in Sacramento?
Answer: There are more than 60 breweries, both the very old and the relatively new. The cool thing about them is that many of their ingredients are sourced locally.

4.) Visit The State Historic Park – Sutter’s Fort

Sutter’s Fort is another memorable place to visit in America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital.

The fort is historically significant and exists to remind us of the interactions between early European settlers and the Natives.

At some point in its early history, gold was discovered, and this led to a predictable gold rush, in line with the happenings of that era.

The Fort is in the area around Sacramento’s Midtown and is originally homeland to the Nisenan people. Some of the buildings in Sutter’s Fort have been upgraded but the middle building is still original.

Location: The park is in Sacramento Midtown, around the 26^th and 28^th streets and also between the K and L streets.

Question: Are photographs allowed?
Answer: You can take photographs in the Fort and its surrounding park for personal use. Commercial photography will require prior permitting.

Question: Is Admission Free?
Answer: Yes, it is free for children but $5 for adults and for those between 6-17 years old, it is $3.

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5.) Go On A Segway Tour

Another exciting thing to do while visiting Sacramento is to participate in the Segway tour. There are two Segway tours available in Sacramento.

Reservations are required and prior to commencing a tour, a safety training is required.

This will not be part of the glide time. The tour will be guided, helmets and reflective vests are provided.

There is also a polo option, trainings for that are provided as well.

The two Segway companies are Segway Polo and Liberty Segway.

Question: Can the Segway tours in Sacramento be personalized?
Answer: Yes, the companies offer tour personalization.

6. California State Indian Museum

The California State Indian Museum provides historical insights and visualizations to the Indian culture and stories of times past.

The spirit and nature of the California Indian culture are the major reoccurring theme in this museum.

It has a section where visitors can feel and use Indian tools from this era.

Question: What kind of Indian tools are on display?
Answer: At the California State Indian Museum, tools such as pump drills, which are used for making holes in shell beads are on display. You can also find mortars and pestles, which are used for grinding acorns.

Location: 2618 K St, Sacramento, CA 95816

7. Immerse Yourself In A Hot Spring

There are several natural hot/warm springs scattered around the Sacramento region.

If you like the idea of immersing yourself in warm mineral enriched spring water, then visiting a spring or two should be part of your trip’s itinerary.

It is said that dipping yourself in a hot spring can boost your immunity as well as improve circulation, who wouldn’t want that?

If you are in the area, you can check out some of the ones below.

Hot Springs In The Greater Sacramento Area

Wilbur Hot Springs – distance from downtown Sacramento = 83 miles
Sierra Hot Springs – distance from downtown Sacramento = 172 miles
Travertine Hot Springs – distance from downtown Sacramento = 191 miles
Crowley Hot Springs (Wild Willy’s) – distance from downtown Sacramento = 250 miles
Hunt Hot Springs – distance from downtown Sacramento = 215 miles

8. California Automobile Museum

A collection of classic and vintage cars is always going to make for an interesting sightseeing. At the California Automobile Museum, you will see more than a few of these cars.

The retinue of cars are very impressive, it promises to meet your car enthusiasm, no matter which automobile era you are most interested in.

They have very recent cars that may have sold in the millions of numbers and the lower production count makes and models.

You are welcome to join the frequent tours that go on or saunter off on your own and explore.

Location: 2200 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95818

Question: When is the California Automobile Museum Open?

Answer: They are usually open between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Wednesdays through Monday.

Question: Do they offer free rides while in the museum?

Answer: Yes, you can enjoy a free ride every third Sunday, provided you have a paid museum pass. You will also have the chance to choose which car the ride will be in; there are a lot of options. Note – the older generation vehicles are not compatible with baby car seats. So, if you are at the museum with a kid that requires a car seat, be sure to let them know, when choosing a car to tour in.

9. Explore The Sierra Nevada Mountains

Yosemite National Park Sierra Nevada — *photo credit | Pixabay*

The Sierra Nevada Mountain range is a cluster of mountainous terrains located mostly in California.

There are various notable features in the Sierra Nevada, in fact, the largest fresh water Alpine Lake in North America, “The Lake Tahoe” is located here.

The Yosemite National Park is another very notable feature that is found in this range of mountainous terrains.

A lot of activities can be done in both of these places that I have just highlighted. From fishing to biking, from hiking to swimming on the lakes.

10. B Street Theatre

The B Street Theatre (The Sofia) is another place to visit while you are in the Greater Sacramento area. They usually have great shows and a diverse stack of entertainment. The have recently moved into the new building with state-of-the-art amenities.

The sound system is excellent, so you do not have to worry so much about where you sit in any of the theatre viewing rooms.

Another reason why I like the B Street Theatre is because of their commitment to community outreach.

Part of the money they generate from ticket sales and almost all the money they receive from donations, they channel them towards these worthy causes.

Location: 2700 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95816

11. Row a Boat or Kayak To Explore The Delta

The Sacramento – San Joaquin Delta is another fun place to visit while here. You could rent a boat or a kayak and explore the delta.

The experience is very enjoyable, you will see various species of birds as well as turtles.

There are also blackberry bushes around and visitors are always eager to pack a few pounds.

There are quite a few kayak rental outlets that service the delta, one of the more prominent ones is Delta Kayak rentals also known as Kokopelli kayak rentals. The have kayaks, life vests and paddles that are in great condition.

Location: 950 W. Brannan Island Rd Isleton, CA 95641

Question: Do I require a reservation before arriving for the rentals?
Answer: Yes, the kayaking equipment rental suppliers require prior reservations before arrivals.

12. Explore The Wine Vines In The Area

Wine Vines In Sacramento — *Photo Credit | Jill W. – Pexels*

The major wine growing regions in the Sacramento area are in the Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley. The terrain and soil peculiarity in this area provide fertile grounds for a wide variety of wine fruits/grapes to be grown.

As part of the fun things to do in Sacramento, you can visit some of these wineries and tasting rooms. Although there are many of them in this area, I have listed about 5 that you could visit below.

13. Attend A Sports Game

Sacramento has a notable and loyal sporting fanbase. There is usually a sporting activity going on in the city and you will have one or more to choose from.

Depending on the time of the year of your visit, you can choose to go watch a basketball game at the Golden 1 Center, home of the Sacramento Kings or go watch the Sacramento Republic FC Soccer game.

Question: What is the city of Sacramento known for?
Answer: The Farm-to-Fork city is known for quite a few things. It has well known and historically important museums that captures various aspects of society and its development through time. While visiting Sacramento, you can be sure to enjoy bike trails, kayaking, cool music, great food and much more.

Question: How far is Sacramento from the ocean?
Answer: The Ocean beach, in San Francisco is the closest beach to Sacramento, Ca. It is about 100 miles from downtown Sacramento.

Question: How far are the giant redwoods from Sacramento?
Answer: To see the giant redwoods when traveling from the Farm-to-Fork city, you would have to drive about 100 miles.

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Looking For Where To Stay While In Sacramento? Check Out the Hotels Below

Like cities typically of this size, there are many options for accommodation while visiting. Where you ultimately decide to stay may depend on what you have on your trip’s itinerary but all the same, take a look at the following.

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Free Breakfast? – No (Surcharge required)
Hot Tub? – Yes
Price Range? $155 – $600 (prices can vary with deals)

Location: 1209 L St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Hilton Garden Inn

Free Breakfast? – No (Surcharge required)
Pool? – Yes
Price Range? $170 – $300 (prices can vary with deals)

Location: 20 Advantage Ct, Sacramento, CA 95834