Central Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
Downtown Sacramento
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Sacramento. Top attractions like K Street Mall and Golden 1 Center are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 8th & H/County Center Station or 7th & I/County Center Station to see more of the city.
Heavenly Valley
If you're spending some time in Heavenly Valley, Heavenly Ski Resort and Aerial Tramway are top sights worth seeing.
Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Heavenly Gondola and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Al Tahoe
If you're spending some time in Al Tahoe, Regan Beach and El Dorado Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Central Sacramento
If you're spending time in Central Sacramento, check out sights like Sutter's Fort State Historic Park or Memorial Auditorium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 29th Street Station or 39th Street Station.
Tahoe Meadows
When in Tahoe Meadows, you can plan a visit to Lakeside Beach and Ski Run Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
The BEST location and no cigarette smells - perfect for our family of 4!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
Great place for families. Breakfast is the best part, rooms are spacious and the staff is friendly. We’ll be back!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
Marriott's Timber Lodge
This was a great hotel and celose to lots of great shops and restaurants. We spent one whole day exploring the places around the hotel. Centrally located so your could easily get to either side of the lake. We would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Marriott Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe
Amenities were awesome. Hot tub, pool and sauna. Washers and Dryers on site with no fee. Staff very friendly and helpful. Check in was a little crazy and congested, but we got through it.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
Great room. Excellently furnished and equipped. Quite a bit of construction. Probably from the winter thaw.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Golden 1 Center
Catch an event at Golden 1 Center and enjoy other activities in Sacramento such as cycling.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Northstar California Resort
Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Northstar California Resort. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Heavenly Gondola
Enjoy a trip to Heavenly Gondola and popular activities such as skiing in South Lake Tahoe. Discover the great live music and casinos in this quaint area.
Palisades Tahoe
Hit the slopes in Olympic Valley with a visit to Palisades Tahoe. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Cache Creek Casino Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Cache Creek Casino Resort during your visit to Brooks? Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.
The Shops at Heavenly Village
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Shops at Heavenly Village during your visit to South Lake Tahoe. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or seek out the ski slopes.
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
- Golden 1 Center
- Heavenly Ski Resort
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- Northstar California Resort
- Palisades Tahoe
- Cache Creek Casino Resort
- Emerald Bay State Park
- General Sherman Tree
- California State University Sacramento
- McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
- Sacramento Convention Center
- Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
- Arden Fair Mall
- Edwards Air Force Base
- Lakeside Beach
- University of California Merced
- Table Mountain Casino
- Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento
- California State University
- Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance
- Rolling Hill Casino
- California State Capitol
