Old Sacramento

Sacramento

Old Sacramento which includes heritage architecture and signage
Old Sacramento which includes signage
Old Sacramento showing heritage architecture
Old Sacramento showing a city and heritage architecture
Old Sacramento which includes signage and heritage architecture

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 P7,654 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P7,654
P8,913 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Such a cool place with an awesome staff"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Delta King Hotel
Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Hyatt Regency Sacramento

4 out of 5
1209 L St, Sacramento, CA
The price is P9,703 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P9,703
P11,318 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,955 reviews)
"Loved it !"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Wyndham Sacramento

Wyndham Sacramento

3.5 out of 5
5321 Date Ave, Sacramento, CA
The price is P5,288 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P5,288
P6,036 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I appreciate that I was given a nice quiet room. The bed as awful. This is why i removed 1 star. Bed was sinking. no support not firm."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Wyndham Sacramento
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG

4 out of 5
500 J Street, Sacramento, CA
Fully refundable
The price is P9,646 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P9,646
P12,916 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, WiFi (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,129 reviews)
"It’s a very convenient location being right in the heart of downtown sac. But I feel like the price is a little high and it’s not anything extravagant. It’s very clean and staff was very attentive. But the room was like many other hotel rooms. I don’t really like their bathroom setup. The door is ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Kimpton Sawyer Hotel by IHG
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town

Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town

2.5 out of 5
909 3rd St, Sacramento, CA
Stay at this hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Golden 1 Center and Discovery Park are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"It was clean and a quick walk to good food"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sacramento Cal Expo

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sacramento Cal Expo

2.5 out of 5
1900 Canterbury Road, Sacramento, CA
The price is P3,801 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P3,801
P4,412 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall ...
7/10 Good! (969 reviews)
"If you’re looking for a clean hotel this is it, SUPER clean. If you’re looking for fancy, fancy this is NOT it. The breakfast was just okay but for the price and location I would say overall GREAT bargain!"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sacramento Cal Expo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Old Sacramento

Greater Sacramento

Downtown Sacramento

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 showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Central Sacramento

While you're in Central Sacramento, take in top sights like Golden 1 Center or Sutter's Fort State Historic Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.

Central Sacramento
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Boulevard Park

While Boulevard Park isn't home to many top sights, Golden 1 Center and Memorial Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Boulevard Park
Fort Sutter State Historical Park which includes interior views

Midtown Sacramento

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 which includes zoo animals

Land Park

While you're in Land Park, take in top sights like Fairytale Town or Sacramento Zoo, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 4th Ave-Wayne Hultgren Station or Broadway Station.

Land Park
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Curtis Park

Though Curtis Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like California Highway Patrol Headquarters and Fairytale Town.

Curtis Park

Old Sacramento