The California State Fair is held annually during the summer in the California state capital, Sacramento. This massive fair features rides, shopping and all of the deep fried food you can imagine (deep fried watermelon anyone?). I like going to the LA Fair each year, so I was excited to get a chance to go […]
Sacramento County
20 Things to Do in Sacramento
Sacramento is the state capitol of California, and while it is not one of the state’s most popular tourist attractions, it is still a great place to explore with a lot of fun adventures. Here is a list of my 20 favorite spots in the city, be sure to leave your favorite in the comments. […]
Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park in Downtown Sacramento
If you grew up in Northern California, then you have no doubt visited the historic Sutter’s Fort as a kid on a field trip. However, if you are Southern California kid like me, then you may have never seen this fort until becoming an adult. I visited for the first time when I was 30, […]
Fox and Goose Public House in Sacramento
Located in downtown Sacramento, the Fox and the Goose is as close as you can come to a traditional English pub without leaving the country. Everything from the decor to the bar has been designed to create that particular pub atmosphere. It is a bloody good place for a meal or a drink, and I […]
Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park & Raindbow Bridge
After checking out the Folsom Prison Museum, I would recommend heading over to the old powerhouse. This unique old building has been turned into a state historic park and in that it has been meticulously kept up. It is a great way to step back in time and see how this area, around the water, […]