The capital of California, Sacramento serves up a captivating mixture of historical and contemporary attractions. The famous district of Old Sacramento harks back to the city’s Gold Rush era, with its charming wooden sidewalks and wagon rides, while new lofts and upscale boutiques are squeezed between ageing mid-century storefronts.
Sacramento is a popular tourist destination, with its thriving cultural scene and buzzing nightlife drawing large numbers throughout the year. Fall is a favourite time to visit for many, with its abundance of trees (not for nothing is the city known as The City of Trees) bursting into beautiful colours and the brisk weather offering respite from the often hot and sticky summers. If you’re planning to come to Sacramento and would like some activity ideas that won’t break the bank, we’ve picked out 12 budget ideas for things to see and do during your stay.
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