Sacramento City Travel Tips

Sacramento owes its existence to the efforts of a Swiss Immigrant John Sutter who was instrumental in putting it on the map. The city shares its history with the Gold Rush Phenomenon that came about in the mid 1800s. Now a city with more choices then one can think of when it comes to food, fun and frolic.

Tip 1 - A visit to the Sutter's Fort in Sacramento is for those who loved that part of American history that is entwined with memories of the Gold Rush. Sutter's Fort has a collection of artifacts from that era. Currently a State Historic Park the fort has been renovated recently and is visited by thousands of people each year.

Tip 2 - K Street Mall is for the shoppers, foodies and movie goers. All people who wish to visit Sacramento and have a good time with their families shouldn't give the K Street Shopping Mall area a miss.

Tip 3 - One of the first art museums in the west, the Crocker Art Museum has collections such as Asian Art, American and European Art, Photography and much more. Crocker was a privately held museum for a long time before opening its doors to the public in 1885.

Tip 4 - All those who would to visit the Old real west of the mid 1800s in its heydays should visit one of the last remnants from that era. Old Sacramento still retains its old world charm. There are museums, sightseeing options, landmarks and theaters one can choose from while visiting Old Sacramento. Currently a historic district with over 50 surviving buildings this is a must visit.

Tip 5 - Host to more than 400 animals Sacramento Zoo this is one of the biggest zoos in the country. It has grown from its original 4.2 acres to 14.3 acres presently. Since 1927 this zoo has grown from strength to strength and conducts conservation programs, classes and camps to inform young children on the importance of animals, conservation classes and much more.