South Sacramento

Travel Guide

The Tower Bridge in Sacramento, California with the city of of Sacramento in the background and blue sky
The Tower Bridge in Sacramento, California with the city of of Sacramento in the background and blue sky
Small zoo but most of the animals are pretty close. And there's Giraffe feeding!
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Spring in California is just stunning! Looking for gray whales off the coast of the lighthouse cliffs here in Point Reyes.
#blue #BestOf5

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Wandering the fortress in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and imagining the good ole pirate days. What I would give to see those white sails against that blue water as the canons went off in defense! Such rich history here! 

#blue #fathom

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Where to stay in South Sacramento

Deer on shore of river panorama

Parkway

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkway and surrounding area, you can visit Funderland and Fairytale Town.

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Florin

While visiting Florin, you might make a stop by sights like Frasinetti Winery and Stevens Trail.

Florin
Spring in California is just stunning! Looking for gray whales off the coast of the lighthouse cliffs here in Point Reyes.
#blue #BestOf5

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Pocket

While Pocket might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bing Maloney Golf Course and Funderland.

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Colonial Heights

While Colonial Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colonial Theatre and Golden 1 Center.

Colonial Heights
Panorama of American river in sacramento

Little Pocket

When in Little Pocket, you can plan a visit to Sacramento Zoo and Funderland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Little Pocket
Panorama of a green drawbridge over sacramento river

Freeport

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Freeport. You might want to make time for a stop at Sacramento River or Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course.

Freeport
The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa

The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
4800 Riverside Blvd Sacramento CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,809 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P8,809
P10,072 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
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Rooms were spotless and staff was very generous

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The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa
The Greens Hotel - Stockton Blvd

The Greens Hotel - Stockton Blvd

2.5 out of 5
4331 Stockton Blvd Sacramento CA
Stay at this motel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Golden 1 Center and Cal Expo are located ...
7/10 Good! (451 reviews)
Yes, very courteous. I love that it was gated and you had to call for them to open it very safe and quiet and affordable. I will be renting from them in the future

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

The Greens Hotel - Stockton Blvd
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
300 J St Sacramento CA
The price is P8,436 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
P8,436
P9,840 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sacramento. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,606 reviews)
Great and close to golden 1

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
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