Sacramento boasts of an eventful past. The Gold Rush spawned its growth from a small settlement into a major town. Today, the city is the seat of the state government and has some fine skyscrapers as well as warehouses and historic buildings from its past.

In 1839, a Swiss settler John Sutter set up a cattle ranch and trading center here and his workers formed the bulk of the population in the settlement. However, the discovery of gold in 1848 resulted in the workers deserting Sutter to go prospecting and soon, hordes of fortune seekers descended on Sacramento. The town soon became a major supply depot for the gold miners and an important stop in the transcontinental railroad.

Visit Old Sacramento with its rows of restored warehouses, saloons and stores along the riverfront. Some of these house good restaurants and trendy shops. To the east of the city is the Sutter's Fort State Historic Park where the original settlement has been recreated.

There is an interesting collection of relics from the days of the Gold Rush as well as Indian Museum depicting the lifestyle and artifacts of the earlier Native Indians in the region.

Sights to see in the city include the State capitol, a grand building presiding over a large park and the California State Railroad Museum with its collection of restored steam engines. Take a ride on a steam train from the old passenger station, a block away from the Museum.

You can get to Sacramento by air on any major airline, you could drive in or you could come in by train or bus. Accommodation is easy as there are plenty of places to stay around the city center. Fast food such as pizzas and sandwiches are great here and there are many eating places all across town.
The Visitors Center is located at 1412 K St and is open weekdays 8am-5pm.