🇺🇸 Sacramento | One-Day Travel Guide 🚗🌟

I stopped in Sacramento on my way to Lake Tahoe – it’s only about a 2-hour drive from the Bay. Even though it’s California’s capital, one day is enough to see the highlights. You can head back to the Bay or continue to Tahoe (another 2 hours) after your visit. Here’s my recommended one-day itinerary from the Bay → Sacramento → Lake Tahoe: 🗺️ One-Day Route: Bay Area → ⑦ → ① → ② → ⑥ → ③ → ④ → ⑤ → Lake Tahoe / Return to Bay ⭐ Must-Visit Spots: ① California State Railroad Museum 🚂❤️❤️❤️ ② Railroad Train Trip – Runs Fri–Sun (1–2 hrs, paid). Check times & book online in advance! ❤️❤️ ③ Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament ⛪ ④ California State Capitol Museum – Free entry! Book ahead online. ❤️❤️ ⑤ Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park 🏰 ⑥ Old Sacramento – Historic vibes! ❤️ ⑦ Locke Chinatown – Founded by Chinese immigrants 100+ years ago. 30 mins from Sacramento. A time capsule with museums & historic sites. 🏮 🍴 Restaurants: 1️⃣ The Firehouse Restaurant – Formal dining 🍷 2️⃣ Ella Dining Room & Bar – Upscale American 🥂 3️⃣ Tower Café – Brunch & global flavors 🥞 4️⃣ Yard House – Casual American 🍔 5️⃣ Fox & Goose Public House – Pub fare & beer 🍻 6️⃣ Frank Fat’s – Chinese-American 🥢 7️⃣ Al’s Place – Cozy bar in Locke 🍸 🏨 Hotel Suggestion: Ryde Hotel – 40 mins from downtown. A historic late-19th-century hotel with vintage decor. A bit worn but full of charm – popular for weddings! 💒 🎟️ Optional Paid Activities: Old Sac Underground Tours – Book ahead! 🕳️ NBA Kings Game 🏀 💡 Tips: The California State Railroad Museum is a must. Don’t confuse it with the History Museum next door – the train one is better! Wear comfy shoes – lots of walking 👟 #Sacramento #DayTrip #CaliforniaTravel #LakeTahoe #BayAreaGetaway #USRoadTrip