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15 Best Things To Do in Sacramento, California

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About Sacramento, California


Being the capital city of California, Sacramento is 93 miles from San Francisco and one of the most popular cities in the state due to its historic buildings, fine dining, and old Sacramento architecture.

An iconic attraction in the city is the California State Railroad Museum, which is one of the largest museums of its kind in the world. The museum features railway coaches and steam locomotives that transported people throughout the city between 1862 and 1944.

Meanwhile, the State Capitol building is also in Sacramento and is filled with various artworks, portraits, and antique collections. On the outside are lush gardens and tall palm trees that represent the greenery of the region.

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Weather in February


0.7" of rainfall
51.3 ° average temp
0" of snow

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Sacramento Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Sacramento? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Sacramento.



Places to Stay in Sacramento


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Sacramento. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Sacramento


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Sacramento.



Best Things to do in Sacramento, CA


These are the best things to do in the greater Sacramento area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Sacramento


Sonoma Zipline Adventures

Sonoma Zipline Adventures

Based on 865 Reviews
Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing

Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing

Based on 515 Reviews
H2O Adventures

H2O Adventures

Based on 388 Reviews


Museums in Sacramento


JJPfister Distilling Company

JJPfister Distilling Company

Based on 80 Reviews
Daniel Fríes Spanish & Flamenco Guitar

Daniel Fríes Spanish & Flamenco Guitar

Based on 77 Reviews
Psychic Universe

Psychic Universe

Based on 75 Reviews


Restaurants in Sacramento


HEFTY GYROS

HEFTY GYROS

Based on 688 Reviews
Rooftop Macarons

Rooftop Macarons

Based on 281 Reviews
Donut Time

Donut Time

Based on 193 Reviews


Nightlife in Sacramento


Sac Brew Bike

Sac Brew Bike

Based on 290 Reviews
Bambi Vegan Tacos

Bambi Vegan Tacos

Based on 120 Reviews
JJPfister Distilling Company

JJPfister Distilling Company

Based on 80 Reviews


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Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing

Based on 515 Reviews
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Five Emerald Limousine

Based on 310 Reviews

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