Cristian Gonzalez
Sacramento is not exactly one of the best-known cities in California, but it is considered one of the best places to live in the United States, being a relatively small region that has managed to grow without losing its charm.
However, Sacramento is the capital of California, even though compared to other cities in the state, it is quite small, with only 500,000 inhabitants. Even so, this city has many attractions to offer its visitors, accompanied by a delightful climate that would suit everyone.
Places to Visit in Sacramento
Here are 5 suggestions of places to visit if you are visiting Sacramento or thinking of visiting this beautiful and welcoming city.
California State Railroad Museum
The California State Railroad Museum is located in Old Sacramento and is a world-class tribute to the role of the “iron horse,” California’s connection to the rest of the American nation. There you will find 21 luxuriously restored locomotives and wagons, some of which were built in 1862. There are also excursion trains that depart on Saturdays and Sundays, which is very convenient for those who travel for sightseeing on weekends.
Crocker Art Museum
The Crocker Art Museum presents the most important exhibition of California art in the world, famous for its collections of drawings by European masters and international ceramics that exist only here. The Crocker serves as the region’s premier resource for the study and appreciation of fine arts, which is very important for preservation and understanding. A place you can’t miss on your list.
Sacramento Zoo
For nature lovers, the Sacramento Zoo is a place that inspires appreciation, respect and a connection to wildlife and nature through education, recreation and conservation. You will be able to see the beautiful animals that are part of the place and interact with nature.
California Automobile Museum
This museum gives you the chance to explore the history of the automobile and its influence on our lives in the past, present and future. You can enjoy more than 160 classic cars, race cars, muscle cars, hot rods and early models displayed across 72,000 square meters of museum space. All car lovers should go at least once in a lifetime.
California State Capitol Museum
This museum is located around the California State Capitol in Sacramento. The building has been home to the California State Legislature. The heart of the Capitol Museum is located in the basement and second floor of the original section of the building. In addition, you can find 16 hectares of gardens surrounding the Museum, there are approximately 1140 trees and 200 types of trees, a beautiful spectacle that everyone should enjoy to connect with history and nature.
