About
Sacramento is the capital city of California, set in the Central Valley of the United States. It is known to many locals and visitors as River City, and as "Sac" in everyday speech.
What the city offers
As the seat of the state government, Sacramento gives a visit a different feel from California's coastal cities. The capital's public buildings and government grounds sit close to the downtown core, so a walk through the centre quickly shows how the city works as a place of public life.
- Downtown, where the government and business districts meet
- The rivers that give the city its nickname, and the paths and open spaces along them
- A valley setting, with the surrounding countryside never far away
Planning a visit
Sacramento suits a relaxed, city-focused trip. Plan time for the downtown area and the riverside, and allow a little extra for the surrounding valley if you want to see more than the city itself. Because the city is the state capital, it can be an easy base for combining urban sights with a slower pace.
Whether you come for government history, the river, or a simple stop in California's Central Valley, Sacramento rewards those who take time to look around.
