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Sacramento is the capitol of the most populous state in the nation, but this city of a half million people retains a small town feel and friendliness. The tree lined downtown streets bustle during the day and at night bars and cafes are open to the air to take advantage of the balmy summer evenings. Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the US and the plethora of excellent restaurants, lively local music scene and many festivals give the visitor and opportunity to experience the varied cultural influences. Located about an hour and a half from the Napa Valley, San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, Sacramento is an excellent jumping off point for a trip to Northern California.

Popular Sacramento Hotels

Clarion Hotel Mansion Inn
700 16th Street

Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
909 3rd Street

The Citizen Hotel
926 J Street

Holiday Inn Sacramento-Capitol Plaza
300 J Street

Holiday Inn Express Sacramento Convention Center
728 Sixteenth Street

Four Points by Sheraton Sacramento International Airport
4900 Duckhorn Drive

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Top rated attractions in Sacramento

1.	California State Capitol Building, Museum & Capitol Park Constructed between 1861 and 1874 the California State Capitol building houses the State Legislature and the office of the governor as well as being a popular tourist destination and museum. The Capitol Building is set in the middle of 40-acre Capitol Park, which contains hundreds of specimens of trees, shrubs, flowers from all over California and the rest of the world. The park is located downtown at 10th and L Streets and is a popular lunchtime destination for locals and visitors alike. « hide
2.	Crocker Art Museum The Crocker Art Museum is the oldest public art museum west of the Mississippi. It houses early Californian works from the Settlement and Gold Rush eras, turn of the century Impressionism and Tonalism works as well as a large collection of European Old Masters drawings. The museum also has a rapidly growing Asian Art and Interntaionl Cermaics collection. With a permanent collection of over 14,000 pieces and approximately 20 changing exhibitions each year it is the preeminent museum in Central California. Located downtown, it is easily accessed from Old Sacramento on foot or via Sacramento Regional Transit or Amtrak. « hide
3.	California State Railroad Museum The California State Railroad museum is one of the largest and most popular Railroad Museums in North America, with 21 fully restored locomotives and cars as well as over 1,000 toy trains. Exhibits are housed in a large facility in historic Old Sacramento and from April to September a six- mile trip on a restored steam locomotive is offered on the weekends. « hide

Top rated restaurants in Sacramento

1.	El Abuelo El Abuelo is a converted gas station that now houses one of the best torta stands around. Fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and huge servings. « hide	6.	California Café California Café, offers a variety of delicious, seasonally inspired cuisine based on fresh ingredients and inventive combinations. Friendly service and a relaxing atmosphere. « hide
2.	Tres Hermanas Tres Hermanas is a Sacramento original from the unique décor to the cilantro salad dressing. Tasty and reasonably priced authentic Mexican food in a relaxing atmosphere with a deck and a bar. What’s not to love? « hide	7.	Slocum House Slocum House offers California-French cuisine served in a unique tree filled courtyard. Delightful on a summer day. Rated four stars by The Sacramento Bee, it is a popular date spot. « hide
3.	Miyagi Bar & Sushi Miyagi Bar & Sushi is a local favorite, offering fresh seafood, excellent rolls and tasty sake. Add friendly prompt service and you have a winner for sushi fans. « hide	8.	Rio City Café Located on the riverfront in Old Sacramento, the Rio City Café has a water font deck that is perfect for relaxing after exploring Old Sacramento. « hide
4.	New Canton Restaurant A large Cantonese-style dim sum restaurant that compares favorably to those found anywhere else. Book ahead for dinner, especially on the weekends. « hide
5.	Dragonfly Offers standard but well made Asian fusion fare in a convenient location at reasonable but not bargain prices. Try the Mango rolls or the BBQ Albacore tuna. « hide

Sacramento Insider tips

Old Sacramento

Founded in 1932 this four block long downtown neighborhood still has a Gold Rush era feel, complete with boardwalks and cobble streets. During the day, visitors can shop at the numerous stores, examine the more than 50 historic buildings or escape the heat by taking a ride on a riverboat. Once the sun goes down the area boasts some of the best live music in town. Festivals are held throughout the year, two of the best being the Pacific Rim Street Festival and the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee. Check out the Visitors Center at Second and K streets. « hide

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