Location: Sacramento
Top Things to do in Sacramento
10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Sacramento That You Shouldn't Miss
California's capital city is often overlooked by tourists seeking out better known destinations in other corners of the state. Look again: Sacramento offers a range of exciting, educational and historic attractions sure to entertain all. Families will want to check out the cheetahs, jaguars and crocodiles at the Zoo while political buffs should head to the state Capitol, which features a park and museum on California history, or the Governor's Mansion. Anyone with an interest in trains will enjoy the Railroad Museum's massive collection of antique locomotives. Everyone will enjoy the restaurants and shops of historic Old Sacramento on the city's lovely waterfront.
Restaurants in Sacramento
1. Puleo Gentry Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Puleo Gentry Gallery is located at the meeting place of downtown and midtown Sacramento, one-half block off Capital Park and three blocks from the Capitol Building. We provide a fun, affordable and convenient retail shopping experience for a large number of nearby residents, state workers and visitors. Though small in scale, Puleo Gentry offers a range of home décor items including art, furniture, antiques and decorative objects plus assorted gift items, personal accessories, greeting cards and more. Being just a couple of blocks from the Capitol, our 14th & O St. commercial area offers a variety of shops and restaurants and beautiful walking areas. Also, relax in one of the nearby parks and enjoy the best people-watching in the Sacramento area!
2. Evangeline's
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
3. Capital Confections
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Capital Confections offers chocolate kitchen tours and educational seminars. Our one-hour tour offers a 15-minute chocolate education along with tastings of many kinds of chocolate and the chance to dip your own confections in the chocolate kettles. Lots of hand-on information, great informal presentation by chocolatier. One of The Learning Exchange's favorite classes for the last 10 years. One of Sacramento's "A-List" businesses.
4. Visions of Eden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Welcome to Visions of Eden! We are a unique and beautiful gift store in Old Sacramento, California. Since 1997, we have specialized in offering our customers unique gifts and accessories at surprisingly affordable prices. We carry an eclectic mix of gifts for the home, garden, body and soul!
5. Andy's Candy Apothecary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Chasing down the coolest, bestest candies, chocolates, and gifts from near and far. What if there was a business that took the time to sort through all the wonders of the candy and chocolate world, and then created an incredible collection all in one place? Yes, we did. And yes, you should check it out.
6. Oblivion Comics & Coffee
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
7. Strapping
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Want to find a cool California souvenir that's not cheesy? Come check out a fun neighborhood shop with trendy cool items that are sure to make you giggle. Locally owned and operated!
8. La Raza Galeria Posada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
In business since 1972, this arts center houses a gallery and a bookstore and is dedicated to promoting and preserving the art and culture of the Chicano, Latino and Native American community.
9. Blue Diamond Almond's Retail Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Retail almond and specialty food gift shop, open to the public. 1701 C Street, Sacramento, California 95811
10. The Chefs' Olive Mix
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By pnpontheroad - Sacramento, United States
Well new to me anyway?! One of the newer places if business that came in with Golden One Arena, this is not to be missed when in Old Sac. Wonderful oils and vinegars fro tasting, dipping and cooking, and all the accessories to go with. You may be surprised at the flavors that burst forth or simply, subtly entice.
