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Old Sacramento

2nd St btwn 1st & Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
916-445-4209
Ranked #13 of 84 attractions in Sacramento
4.0 of 5 stars 192 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Description: This historic area of restored buildings, museums and novelty shops brings life to the Sacramento waterfront.
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Boca Raton, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012 NEW

One of the most authentic and best restored old towns we have seen. Situated beside the Sacramento River, 28 acres have been designated a National Historic Landmark District and State Historic Park. In 1848 when the California Gold Rush began, the town grew virtually overnight. The busy trading center for miners became the City of Sacramento. While convenient for travel... More

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Vacaville, California
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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
85 helpful votes 85 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

I love going to Old Sacramento ... we have been there numerous times. There are many good places to eat, and lots and lots of shopping. More

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el dorado hills ca
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012 NEW
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We went there for New Year's Eve. Nice people and wonderful views of the river. Love the Delta King in the summertime. More

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New Orleans, Louisiana
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Unless you want Chinese-made souvenirs and fattening foods, skip this downtown attraction. There are much more attractive places to visit and see (like the state capital or the adjoining gardens. Sadly, this area has seen much better times. More

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Carmichael, California
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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If you want to step back in time and visit a bit of the Old West, come to Old Sacramento. The board sidewalks make for interesting walking. Some of the streets are cobblestone. There is a working railroad as well as an interesting railroad museum. There are great restaurants, some right on the water. You can watch boats motor or... More

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Mt. Pleasant, PA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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We just did the quick walk-through because the sidewalks were about to roll up for the night, but it seemed very cute and my son loved looking at all of the trains! More

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Granite Bay, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

The Sacramento History Museum provides undergound tours of the Old Sacramento area. The tour guides are very informative and its is fascinating seeing how the area was built higher due to flooding. Walking underneath Sacramento's old town area is an experience. More

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Sacramento
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

We come here at least once a month! We walk around the shops and buy little fun items, go to the mall just across the way, and usually have lunch at one of the restaurants. My tip would be is to go on a week day early in the day. Also if you really enjoy seafood then Joes's Crabshack is... More

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Los Angeles
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Old Sacramento is the nicest place, I've been in Sacramento. Historical place, nice small shops with friendly staff. More

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44125
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

Traveling by Amtrak you get into Sacramento early. Old Sacramento is about a block from the station. An easy walk. a nice time to just have a quiet walk and browse the shop windows. This is the site of the first settlement of Sacramento. Wells fargo museum, Pony Express museum, California State Railroad Museum, ect. Origanal buildings. Wooden sidewalks.The paddle... More

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