You are here: Home Company Links Parks and Museums
Decrease font size  Default font size  Increase font size 
Parks and Museums
Destinations near our shop for visitors to enjoy while in Sacramento.
Display # 
# Web Link Hits
1   Link   Old Sacramento
Experience a one of a kind visit to Old Sacramento. The unique 28-acre National Historic Landmark District and State Historic Park is located along the beautiful Sacramento River. Bustling with activity, the district is alive with shopping, dining, entertainment, historical attractions and world-renowned museums set within the time of the California Gold Rush and the Transcontinental Railroad. 		118
2   Link   California State Railroad Museum
Located in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum is a complex of historic facilities and unique attractions. Widely regarded as North America's most popular railroad museum, there is something here for everyone! Throughout the year, experience lavishly restored trains, engaging exhibits, and unique special events.
Every weekend April-September, ride behind a real steam locomotive! 		115
3   Link   Sacramento History Museum
Old Sacramento is a National Landmark that boasts 53 historic buildings and 5 million visitors annually. While the area has seen vast improvements since it was first redeveloped in the 60's, it is the goal of the Historic Old Sacramento Foundation to realize the area's potential as California's hub of historic education and preservation. By broadening the historic and cultural offerings of Old Sacramento, the story of California's beginnings can be preserved and shared in a way that truly brings history to life. 		119
4   Link   Sutters Fort
In 1839 a Swiss immigrant named John Sutter received a land grant in the Sacramento Valley from the Mexican government. He used the land to create a flourishing agricultural empire and named it New Helvetia (New Switzerland.) This empire established Sacramento’s earliest settlement and the first non-Indian settlement in California’s Central Valley. 		116
5   Link   Governers Mansion
California’s executive mansion, popularly known at the Governor’s Mansion, was built in 1877 for Albert and Clemenza Gallatin. Albert was a partner in the Sacramento hardware store of Huntington & Hopkins. The State of California purchased the house from Joseph and Louisa Steffens to use as a home for California’s first families in 1903 for $32,500. Victorian architecture was somewhat out of style by then, but the house was suitably impressive, conveniently located, and comfortable. 		112
6   Link   Leland Stanford Mansion
The Leland Stanford Mansion is a stunning example of the splendor and elegance of the Victorian era in California. On your tour of the 19,000-square-foot Mansion you will see:

• 17-foot ceilings
• Gilded mirrors and exquisitely detailed carved moldings
• Beautifully restored woodwork
• Elegant 19th century crystal and bronze light fixtures
• Historic paintings
• Re-created carpeting and draperies based on photographs from the 1870s to
match the original interior design
• Original period furnishings that belonged to the Stanfords.
• 19th-Century style gardens 		102
7   Link   California State Capitol Museum
Home of the California Legislature since 1869, the State Capitol underwent a major renovation that restored much of the building's original look. Visitors can tour the restored historic offices of the Secretary of State, Treasurer, and Governor of the State of California. The building features exhibits and tours - and possibly an opportunity to watch the legislators debate a bill or cast a vote.
Capitol Park
There are gardens in the surrounding Capitol Park, including trees from around the world.
 		153
8   Link   American River Parkway Map
Download this PDF map of the American River Parkway 		30

Sign Up for Special Offers

Email

Twitter feed

By A Web Design

Stay Connected



Follow practicalcycle on Twitter


Practical Cycle
on Google+


www.flickr.com
This is a Flickr badge showing public photos and videos from aztc. Make your own badge here.

My Campmate

Events

MAY
18

05.18.2012 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Tiny Helmets Group Ride

MAY
25

05.25.2012 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Tiny Helmets Group Ride

MAY
28

05.28.2012 8:45AM - 10:45AM
Ride to IKEA for free breakfast

JUN
01

06.01.2012 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Tiny Helmets Group Ride

JUN
08

06.08.2012 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Tiny Helmets Group Ride

Free Download

UC Davis E-Bike Report