Location: Sacramento
Top Things to do in Sacramento
What to do and see in Sacramento, California (CA): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
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. California State Railroad Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,760 reviews
Come along for the ride. Stand in the shadow of a 150-year-old, 40-ton monument to innovation, engineering and history. Take a ride along the rails that played a key role in the development of the Golden State. See the history of the California railways come to life in engaging exhibits. A visit to the California State Railroad Museum is a not-to-be-missed experience for persons of all ages.
Reviewed By KLE2013 - Centreville, United States
The Railroad Museum in Old Town Sacramento offers an outstanding experience with a film, guided tours and fascinating restored train cars and locomotive engines. There are docents in most of the exhibited cars that happily share the history of the car- the dining car and the mail car were particularly interesting. The history of the Transcontinental Railroad and its construction is vividly recalled in a series of displays. Exhibits provide information to engage both children and adults. We visited with friends and their children aged 5 and 12 and both children found areas of interest from the model trains to the hands on electronics experiments. Admission for adults is $12 and your ticket allows multiple reentry for that same day. The museum is open from 10-5 daily and you could easily spend several hours exploring the three story museum.
2. McClatchy Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By crawdadnelson - Soquel, United States
In one of Sacramento's most pleasant neighborhoods, in an old house that kind of rambles out of the high ground leading to Poverty Ridge, where people used to gather during floods.
3. Scribner Bend Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
We are a small family-owned winery along the Sacramento Delta. We are a premier wedding and special event venue and have numerous winery events throughout the year. Our tasting room is open Fridays - Sundays from 11:00am - 4:30pm. We offer seasonal music Saturdays-Sundays from 12:00pm - 3:00pm and have food options through Paesanos on-site courtyard kitchen which is open seasonally Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm.
4. Enchambered: Sacramento Escape Room
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
Real Escape games let you live the game. We have real-life escape games where teams of 3-12 people are locked into a custom built, challenging and entertaining environments to solve the many mysteries, puzzles and challenges. You need to unlock the final clues to open the door and escape the room. Escape Rooms are fun for all ages.
Reviewed By m0nahan - Sacramento, United States
We did the Skull Witch with 2 teens and 3 adults - it was a great way to entertain everyone on a holiday get together. The sets were amazing and authentic looking and awesome sound effects. The puzzles were very challenging. The designers put a lot of effort into making things look authentic and the technology they put into it is amazing. This one is a little scary so should be at least high school age.
5. California State Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Founded in 1850 to provide research materials for government officials, this library is today available for public use and houses a collection of unique documents on the state's history.
6. California Automobile Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 325 reviews
The mission of the California Automobile Museum is to educate and entertain while preserving and promoting the automobile and its influence on our lives. The Museum is open daily from 10am - 6pm (last admission 5pm) and every 3rd Thursday until 9pm.
Reviewed By Evita_1957 - Sacramento, United States
This museum is unique, you can see vintage cars in great shape and most people tend to go back and think of their youth or childhood. It is located in a place with lots of parking and close to the Sacramento Rive
7. Crocker Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,133 reviews
The Crocker Art Museum was one of the first art museums in the U.S. and is now one of the leading art institutions in California. Established in 1885, the Museum features one of the country’s finest collections of Californian art, exceptional holdings of master drawings, a comprehensive collection of international ceramics, as well as European, Asian, African, and Oceanic art. The Crocker is CLOSED every Monday.
Reviewed By TeamExplorers - Sacramento, United States
A long-term resident of Chicago I regularly enjoyed visiting the Art Institute of Chicago. Now a resident of Sacramento and a member of the Crocker Art Museum I enjoy this museum equally. In terms of size there is, of course no direct comparison but The Crocker is a true gem judging on its own merits. The beautiful modern structure, filled with a wide variety of treasures--permanent and visiting--is well worth frequent visits. The integral Crocker Family home is an outstanding historical treasure and gives an in-depth and interesting view of life in mid-1800's. The Crocker's involvement in the Sacramento community is of particular note as it gives rise to all sorts of events drawing in folks from all walks of life in our city. The Crocker Café in the lobby is perfect place to share lunch or a light dinner with friends and family. We visit the Crocker frequently and always come away refreshed. The Crocker is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) which is itself a basis for our recommendation you visit The Crocker.
8. Crest Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
Opened in 1949, the spectacular Crest quickly became the city's top theater, which it remains today.
Reviewed By doctorbove - Sacramento, United States
The Crest is a Sacramento landmark. My girlfriend and I are lucky enough to see movies here quite frequently, and we love it! The old theater has charm and style, and makes for a fun date night. We usually walk down, grab a bite to eat nearby before or after, and enjoy a drink at the show. They have a diverse selection of films and concerts, and the staff is always very friendly and accommodating. This next month alone, we plan on seeing The Muppet Christmas Carol, Love Actually, and It's a Wonderful Life! Keep up the good work, and we'll see you soon!
9. The B Street Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
This professional theater company focuses on the staging of new plays.
Reviewed By Paradise817053
First, the "new" B Street Theatre is located in The Sofia Tsakapoulos Center for the Arts. For many years, our favorite venues were (1 ) The Harris Center in Folsom, (2) The Crest Theatre on K St., (3) Sacramento Community Center Theatre, and (4) Sacramento Memorial Auditorium. [It's not an accident that I left off the Golden 1 Center]. Upon the opening of The Sofia...this incredible venue immediately jumped to #1 and has remained so. The Sofia is simply the best entertainment venue the area has to offer: the best seating, the best acoustics, one of a kind performances...and, an unsurpassed value. Our seasonal subscription includes 7 plays + 5 concerts of our choosing. The plays have all been wonderful and the concerts: Wishbone Ash, Ray Charles Project, Albert Cummings, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Al Jardine....incredible. Plus, the artists come out into the lobby and mingle freely with the guests. If you are not a member: SUBSCRIBE! Here's a great reason: top class entertainment and the per person subscriber cost (12 events) is $140.00!!! No, that's not a mistake. $11.66 per person...per event!!! Unbeatable.
10. Sacramento Theatre Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
The Sacramento Theatre Company (STC) strives to be the leader in integrating professional theatre with theatre arts education. STC produces engaging professional theatre, provides exceptional theatre training, and uses theatre as a tool for educational engagement.
