Sacramento Vacation
Sacramento is the capital of California. It is one of the nation's "fastest growing" areas. The city has more than 30 theaters, galleries and museums and over 120 city parks. It is also home to the NBA's Sacramento Kings.1
Fast Facts
- Country: United States
- State: California
- County: Sacramento
- Mayor: Heather Fargo
- City population: 453,781 (2006 est.)2
- Currency: U.S. dollar
- Area code: 916
- Time zone: PST
Attractions
- California State Capitol Building
- Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
- Governor's Mansion State Historic Park
- Sacramento Zoo
- American River Parkway
Museums
- California State Railroad Museum
- Crocker Art Museum
- Discovery Museum
- California Military Museum
- California State Indian Museum
Activities
Sacramento is bound by both the American and Sacramento rivers. The city offers a variety of water sports like river rafting, boating and fishing.1
The Jedediah Smith Memorial Bicycle Trail runs along the American River and has over 30 miles of trails for public use. The trails can be used for biking, hiking, walking and horseback riding.3
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While planning your trip, please see our pages on Sacramento Hotels, Sacramento Restaurants and Sacramento Tours.
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