Central Valley Travel Guide
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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.
Northstar
If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Golf Course and Northstar California Resort 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.
Heavenly Village
While visiting Heavenly Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Shops at Heavenly Village and Heavenly Gondola.
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
Excellent service. Clean. Great experience
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia/Kings Canyon
We are sending a chargeback on this hotel. They put loads of used toilets outside of our room during refurb. Then they blocked out parking space and my husband has a pacemaker and had to drag his luggage around the building--it was the worst place we have ever stayed and we travel frequently.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown-Arena by IHG
We did not try the breakfast , seems overpriced for average prepared food. The parking is a bit overpriced at $45 per day.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Marriott's Timber Lodge
Ok
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
Nice place right next to the Lake.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Americana Village
Everything great for a family!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
General Sherman Tree
You can learn about the history of Sequoia National Park with a trip to General Sherman Tree. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.
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 lakeside in this quaint area or seek out the ski slopes.
- Heavenly Ski Resort
- Palisades Tahoe
- Golden 1 Center
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
- Northstar California Resort
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- General Sherman Tree
- Emerald Bay State Park
- Cache Creek Casino Resort
- Sacramento Convention Center
- Arden Fair Mall
- California State University Sacramento
- Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
- Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento
- McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
- California State University
- Thunder Valley Casino
- Dignity Health Arena
- Table Mountain Casino
- Rolling Hill Casino
- Edwards Air Force Base
- California State Capitol