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
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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
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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
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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, […]
Tower Cafe: Best Breakfast in Sacramento
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The Tower Cafe is one of the best places to eat breakfast in Sacramento. It knows it, as it has thousands of reviews and a line every morning when it opens but it is a well deserved accolade. Everything from the old tower column rising from the antique theater to the beautiful outdoor seating makes […]
Mother Restaurant: Vegetarian Food for Meat Eaters in Sacramento
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Mother describes itself as “great food that just so happens to be meatless,” and I couldn’t agree more, this fantastic little spot in downtown Sacramento has some of the best food I have had in a long time, and it just so happens to be vegetarian. Here is all the information on this spot. Details […]
Sierra Valley Museum of Medical History in Sacramento
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When I was exploring Sacramento, I attempted to visit Sutter’s Fort but it happened to be closed for renovations when I was there. Since I had time to kill before my plane I scoured the internet for something else to do and stumbled upon this unique medical museum. I headed over to check it out […]
California State Railroad Museum: One of the Best Train Museums in the USA
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There’s just something about trains that always makes me excited. Maybe its the human ingenuity of creating these massive monsters, or maybe it is the steam-powered beauty that can be seen in every unique car. Either way I never pass up a opportunity to see them, be it at the Orange Empire Museum, Laws Railroad […]
The California Museum in Sacramento
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As an avid traveler of California, I was apprehensive and excited about visiting the California Museum in Sacramento. I feel like all of my time spent with this state has made me protective of the beauty it holds and I was not sure what to expect when visiting the museum that is dedicated to its […]
The Federalist Public House: Best Pizza I Have Ever Eaten in a Shipping Container
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Located in a few hollowed out shipping containers near 20th and N street sits a fantastic and eclectic pizza and sandwich shop. Complete with picnic style seating and full bocce ball court, the Federalist Public House is not your normal pizza spot and that is a good thing. As you approach you will no doubt hear […]
