Things to do in Sacramento

Things to do in Sacramento

106 ranked activities1 in the 90+ Club

Sacramento pairs Old Sacramento and Capitol history walks with river kayaking, farm-to-fork food tours and day trips into the Sierra foothills and Napa.

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What are the best things to do in Sacramento?

Outty ranks 106 bookable experiences in Sacramento, United States. The highest scoring is 60 Minute Adventures - The Escape Game at The Galleria at 91 out of 100, followed by Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour, Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour, Full-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip on Middle Fork from Auburn (Class 3-4). Prices start at $8 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. March to May and September to November, before triple-digit summer heat.

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Top tour operators in Sacramento

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Sacramento they cover.

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Most Popular in Sacramento

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Sacramento

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Sacramento

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Sacramento

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Sacramento

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Sacramento

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Sacramento

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Sacramento

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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What are the top 15 things to do in Sacramento?

Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Sacramento with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer

Planning questions about Sacramento

What are the best things to do in Sacramento?
60 Minute Adventures - The Escape Game at The Galleria is the highest ranked experience in Sacramento, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 303 traveler reviews. Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour, Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour, Full-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip on Middle Fork from Auburn (Class 3-4), Pedal, Drink, and Bar hop through Sacramento on a 15 seat Beer Bike round out the top five. Outty ranks 106 bookable experiences in Sacramento, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Sacramento cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Sacramento is $59 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $8 on Historic Folsom: A Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Sacramento for today?
Yes. 106 of the top 106 experiences we rank in Sacramento currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Sacramento good for families?
Yes. 19 of the experiences we rank in Sacramento are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Sacramento?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Sacramento?
March to May and September to November, before triple-digit summer heat. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Sacramento?
89 of the 106 experiences we rank in Sacramento offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Sacramento gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Sacramento so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.