The 15 best things to do in Sacramento (November 2026)

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   1. 60 Minute Adventures - The Escape Game at The Galleria

   Outty Ranking91

   This escape room features 5 original games including Cosmic Crisis, our newest escape room, and Timeliner: Train Through Time which challenges players to zigzag across the past, present, and future. Each family-friendly. 90+ Club at 91/100, 5.0/5 from 303 traveler reviews, 1.3h from $43, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour

   Outty Ranking86

   Known for its art, each wall in Midtown tells a story. Midtown Sacramento is a most vibrant part of the city! Among other things, tour guests will learn the intriguing history of murals in the city, while experiencing S. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 135 traveler reviews, 3h from $98, free cancellation.

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   3. Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour

   Outty Ranking83

   Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento’s most thriving and historic districts: Downtown. Downtown Sacramento is experiencing a 21st century renaissance! Tour guests will be guided down Sacramento’s original. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 138 traveler reviews, 3h from $98, free cancellation.

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   4. Full-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip on Middle Fork from Auburn (Class 3-4)

   Outty Ranking81

   This 17 mile stretch of river of meanders though the California foothills with exciting rapids, including the world famous Tunnel Chute. It’s no wonder why this stretch of river is considered one of the best in the west. Exceptional at 81/100, 5.0/5 from 100 traveler reviews, 8h from $120.

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   5. Pedal, Drink, and Bar hop through Sacramento on a 15 seat Beer Bike

   Outty Ranking80

   Jump on the Sacramento Brew Bike, a 15 passenger party bike that conducts exciting 2-hour tours of Downtown Sacramento's bar scene. Help pedal this large Brew Bike through the streets of Midtown or sit back and relax as. Strongly Recommended at 80/100, 4.9/5 from 50 traveler reviews, 2h from $50, free cancellation.

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   6. South Fork Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip from Lotus (Class 2-3+)

   Outty Ranking79

   With all the wildflowers, trees, wildlife, and sunshine keeping your senses occupied, it’s easy to forget that you are getting ready to paddle into some of the best whitewater rafting in North America. The American River. Strongly Recommended at 79/100, 5.0/5 from 145 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $123.

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   7. Shadows, Scandals, & Secrets of Old Town Sacramento Ghost Tours

   Outty Ranking77

   One of the earliest towns to be founded in California was Sacramento during the Gold Rush. Old Sac is committed to restoring historical structures so that we can think back on the past. People from all over the world rel. Strongly Recommended at 77/100, 4.4/5 from 228 traveler reviews, 1h from $26, free cancellation.

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   8. Full-Day 21 Mile Whitewater Rafting Trip on South Fork from Lotus (Class 2-3)

   Outty Ranking71

   Want to see the whole 21 miles in a day? Well this is your trip! You will conqueror rapids such as Troublemaker, Satan's Cesspool and Hospital Bar all while enjoying the fulfillment of a full day floating down the South. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 5.0/5 from 36 traveler reviews, 8h from $155.

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   9. Sacramento Sutter District History and Food Walking Tour

   Outty Ranking70

   This tour explores the very beginnings of Sacramento, from Sutter’s colony Nueva Helvecia to food tastings in current at hidden gems locals! You’ll learn about how the many diverse immigrant groups forged our great city. Strongly Recommended at 70/100, 4.8/5 from 26 traveler reviews, 3h from $98, free cancellation.

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    10. Historic Old Sacramento Walking Food Tour

    Outty Ranking67

    On this guided walking food tour through Old Sacramento you will learn about the California Gold Rush and enjoy tasty treats along the way. See historic buildings and hear about Sacramento's exciting history of fire, flo. Solid Choice at 67/100, 5.0/5 from 16 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $115, free cancellation.

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    11. A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville

    Outty Ranking65

    Experience California’s historic Gold Country on a Self-driving tour from Auburn to Placerville with this affordable audio tour. • Find out the history of the California Gold Rush as you visit the gold rush towns of Aub. Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.2/5 from 26 traveler reviews, 2h from $15, free cancellation.

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    12. Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley

    Outty Ranking63

    Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley and uncover the rich history, stunning vineyards, and timeless charm of this world-renowned wine region. Visit iconic wineries including the Tuscan-s. Solid Choice at 63/100, 4.8/5 from 5 traveler reviews, 7h from $17, free cancellation.

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    13. A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Placerville to Jackson

    Outty Ranking62

    Experience California’s historic Gold Country on a self-driving tour from Placerville to Jackson with this affordable audio tour. • Find out about the hard-rock mining era of the California Gold Rush which began in the. Solid Choice at 62/100, 4.3/5 from 9 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $15, free cancellation.

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    14. Nevada City Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

    Outty Ranking61

    Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Nevada City while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the gam. Solid Choice at 61/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 2h from $25, free cancellation.

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    15. Historic Folsom: A Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

    Outty Ranking60

    This self-guided GPS audio walking tour will explore the historic western gold rush town of Folsom, California. The tour begins at the corner of Riley and Scott Street in Folsom’s Historic District and ends on Truss Br. Worth a Look at 60/100, 4.0/5 from 10 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $8, free cancellation.

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