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Most popular experiences in Central Valley
Tours & day trips
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San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Private & custom tours
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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch
Classes & workshops
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Granite Adventure at Quarry Park Adventures Rocklin, CA
Holiday & seasonal tours
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Lake Tahoe: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks
Winter activities
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Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains
What to do in Central Valley
Popular places to visit
Golden 1 Center
Catch an event at Golden 1 Center, and enjoy other activities in Sacramento such as biking. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Be humbled by nature at its most impressive in these two breathtaking national parks, home to some of the largest living things on this planet.
Palisades Tahoe
Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Heavenly Gondola
Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.
Discovery Park
Discovery Park is just one of the places to see in Sacramento, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
General Sherman Tree
The world’s largest tree by volume, this giant sequoia is more than 2,000 years old. You must see it in place to fully appreciate its colossal size.
Emerald Bay State Park
This scenic inlet offers a beautiful beach, island, waterfalls, wreck dives, heritage sites and campgrounds with views over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe.
Cache Creek Casino Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Cache Creek Casino Resort during your time in Brooks? Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.
Areas of Central Valley
Downtown Sacramento
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Sacramento. Top attractions like K Street Mall and Golden 1 Center 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.
Heavenly Valley
While visiting Heavenly Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Heavenly Ski Resort and Aerial Tramway.
Northstar
While visiting Northstar, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and Northstar California Resort.
Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Heavenly Gondola and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Central Sacramento
While you're in Central Sacramento, take in top sights like Sutter's Fort State Historic Park or Memorial Auditorium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
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.
