Attractions
Attractions
This ain’t no theme park. This here is the real deal. Registered as a national historic landmark, The Waterfront overflows with invigorating things to see and do. Wild museums, riverboat rides, historic railroads excursions, horse carriage, and cobblestone…it’s one non-stop adventure after another just waiting to unfold.
Randy Houser Live
City Cruises San Francisco
Randy Houser is bringing his signature powerhouse vocals to an exclusive, one-of-a-kind performance on the Bay with City Cruises Live. Randy Houser is bringing his signature powerhouse vocals to an exclusive, one-of-a-kind performance on the Bay with City Cruises Live. Trading the big stage for an intimate, up-close performance, this unforgettable evening offers fans a rare chance to witness his raw talent and storytelling magic while cruising along the San Francisco skyline. Enjoy a multi-course buffet dinner and premium open bar as you take in breathtaking views from the water.
Capital City Jazz Festival 2025
A.P.EX
JAZZ IS BACK IN OLD SAC!
The A.P.EX Group in conjunction with SACRAMENTO DISTRICT 4 are proud to announce that ”Jazz is back in Old Sac” with the 1st Annual CAPITAL CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL!
This all-day, family friendly event will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Old Sacramento State Historic Park in the heart of Old Sacramento – 111 I Street / Sacramento, CA 95814.
Momti Market
Sacramento History Museum
In proud partnership with the Sacramento History Museum, the
Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians is excited to present Mómti
Market on Saturday, May 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free and
family-friendly, the market will take place in the Museum in Old
Sacramento and be filled with artisan-made goods crafted by
talented California Native artists offering items for purchase
such as jewelry, baskets, cultural art and graphic art.
Museum admission is free for this event.
Sacramento Mother’s Day Sights & Sips Cruise
City Cruises
This Mother’s Day, create family memories that will be treasured forever with a Sacramento Mother’s Day Sights & Sips Cruise! Treat the mom in your life to a special Mother’s Day along the Sacramento River. Start a new tradition the whole family will enjoy and celebrate with a relaxing sightseeing cruise!
Ticket Details:
Adult: $68.20
Military: $66.00
Child (Ages 4-12): $57.20
Kids (Ages 3 & Under): Free
Dance on the Edge
Latin Dance Market @ Old Sacramento Waterfront
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Old Sacramento Waterfront, 1000 Front Street
Join us for a night of music, movement, and community at Dance On The Edge’s Latin Dance Market. Start with a free dance lesson—no experience or partner needed—then dance the night away to salsa, bachata, and cumbia.
Old Sacramento Spring Festival
Sacramento History Museum
The Sacramento History Museum celebrates the season with a fun, free, and family-friendly Old Sacramento Spring Festival on Sunday, April 27 11:00 – 3:00 pm, outside the Sacramento History Museum. Join us in a celebration of spring and the Camellia Capitol… Sacramento.
World Series of Comedy
Laughs Unlimited
The World Series of Comedy is North America’s largest touring
comedy festival. The WSOC produces 13 events per year in cities
across the country, culminating in the year-end Finals, The Main
Event. The comedians are chosen by an industry judging panel from
over 500 submissions annually.
Old Sac Paranormal Investigations
Sacramento History Museum
Paranormal Investigations Return!
The Sacramento History Museum presents Old Sac Paranormal Investigations. On this tour, our experienced guides will take you through historic buildings and spooky spots, not regularly open to the public, where you will hear the unsettling true history of what happened there. Using our paranormal equipment, you decide whether spirits of the past still linger in the present.
Join us for an evening of potential paranormal activity!
How does it work?
2025 World’s Strongest Man
SBD
It doesn’t get any bigger than this! The World’s Strongest Man competition is designed to push the Strongmen to their absolute limits, challenging not only their physical strength, but their agility and mental toughness too.
The World’s Strongest Man competition is about more than just force: it is about stamina, skill, tactics, training, and strategy.
Boss 5 Star Lounge
Step into BOSS 5 Star Lounge, Old Town Sacramento’s premier
destination for dining & live entertainment.
Room Rental:
- 3 Hour Mimimum
- Must Include Bottle Service
- Comes With Appetizers
- Call or email for pricing
Dress Code:
Old Sacramento Underground Tours
Sacramento History Museum
Discover OUR Tale of Two Cities!
Tickets are on sale for our popular Old Sacramento Underground Tours which run seven days-a-week. Ticket prices for adults are $25.00, and ages 6 – 12 are $18.00. Children 5 and younger are free. Tours are limited to 20 per group. Underground Tours run approximately 1 hour.
To book your tour click the event website link or call the Sacramento History Musuem Front Desk at 916-808-7059. We hope to see you soon!
Come see and learn how Sacramento lifted itself up out of the flood waters during the 1860s and 1870s!
Murals of Sacramento Tuk-Tuk Tour
Capital Tuk-Tuk
Thanks to our annual mural festival, Wide Open Walls, Sacramento is filled with amazing murals throughout the city.
Glow Studios
Photography & Workshop Studio
Glow Studios is a creative haven founded by two local photographers who are passionate about bringing their clients’ dreams to life through stunning photography. Located at 1020 Front Street #100, Glow Studios is more than just a photography studio—it’s a dynamic space where creativity and community thrive.
At Glow Studios, we offer:
Photography Services: Our talented photographers specialize in
capturing beautiful, personalized moments, from boudoir sessions
to professional portraits, making your vision a reality.
Dipped N Color Splat Studio
At Dipped N Color Splat Studio, our mission is to provide a one-of-a-kind experience that blends art, laughter, and togetherness. We believe in celebrating the joy of creativity, making beautiful messes, and creating lasting memories for families in a safe and welcoming environment.
Open Wednesday through Friday by appointment only, and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Sessions are $35 for an hour.
Capital Tuk-Tuk: Sacramento Joy Ride
This 45 minute joy ride is a great way to see what the tukkin’ buzz is all about! The open air design of the vehicle allows you to feel the breeze and take in the sights and sounds of the city in an intimate and exhilarating way! You’ll feel the wind in your hair and sun on your skin as we zip through the city streets. Our Sacramento Joy Ride will bring you joy, laughter and good times that will for sure be memorable!
Our tuk-tuk seats up to 6 people. Children requiring a car seat are welcome but must use car seat. We are also pet friendly!
Old Sacramento Waterfront Iconic Sign
Old Sacramento Waterfront
FIRST OF ITS KIND, NEON ALTERNATIVE ICONIC SIGN LIGHTS UP OLD SACRAMENTO WATERFRONT FOR
FIRST TIME, RISING 20’ ABOVE RAILROAD MUSEUM
Project Church
We are Project Church, a place for people in progress. We are all broken people trying to become more like Jesus. And that’s the whole point of why Project Church exists… “It’s all about Jesus.”
In the Bible, Jesus commands us to make disciples (Matthew 28:19) and love people (Matthew 22:37, 38). In a nutshell, our vision & mission are to do what Jesus commands us to do: make disciples, love people and plant churches. We believe that through starting more churches, we can effectively make disciples and love communities of people well!
Sacramento, CA 95814
Underground Mini Golf
Welcome to Underground Mini Golf, the most Instagrammable mini golf course in Sacramento!
Get ready for 18 holes of immersive, Gold Rush-themed mini golf that can only be experienced at the Old Sacramento Waterfront.
HOURS:
OPEN EVERY DAY from 10 AM – 9 PM
Anytime Tours (Virtual)
Welcome to Sacramento!
The Sacramento History Museum is bringing the Old Sacramento Waterfront to you! Sit back while you explore and experience a new side of what life was like in 19th century Sacramento with gripping true stories that follow in the footsteps of murderers, ne’er-do-wells and common citizens alike.
Sacramento, CA 95814
California Automobile Museum
Sacramento’s riverfront car museum, is an essential stop during your visit to Old Sacramento Waterfront.
California State Railroad Museum
The California State Railroad Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, offers a sight of rail history with over 2.5 acres of exhibits on the property. With a roundhouse museum space filled with trains, a picnic area on our 1849 scene, museum store, library, turntable, passenger station, and the areas only historic and authentic excursion train ride that is volunteer ran!
Excursion Train Rides
Operated by the California State Railroad Museum. Train rides depart from and return to the Front Street Train Depot in Old Sacramento Waterfront.
Chug along the Sacramento River behind Granite Rock No. 10 steam locomotive or one of the museums vintage diesel locomotives.
City Cruises
by Hornblower
City Cruises offers a few different options to soak in the views of Old Sacramento Waterfront. Make the most of your weekend and step aboard for a Saturday or Sunday afternoon on the river with a cocktail cruise! Grab a drink at the bar and relax as you set sail on this 1.5-hour cruise along the Sacramento River. Gather your co-workers, friends, or family and head down to Old Sacramento Waterfront to board your new favorite happy hour.
To make your reservation, please see links below!
Huntington & Hopkins Hardware
Part of the Old Sacramento State Historic Park, this free museum recreates a small town hardware business and displays 19th century tools and machinery.
River City Queen
Sacramento’s premiere boat venue for birthday parties, company and corporate events, company holiday parties, weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, wine tasting, fantasy casino, dining & dancing – all while on a Sacramento River Cruise. We also offer general admission events year round including luncheon cruises, cocktail cruises, dinner cruises as well seasonal events!
Sac Brew Boat
Operated by the owners of the Sac Brew Bike and operated daily through October.
Sacramento’s 16 passenger Brew Boat provides a one and a half hour, pedal-powered party boat tours along the Sacramento River. Groups can bring their own beer/cider/wine aboard the chartered boat (limit 3 drinks per guest), as we cruise, pedal, and have fun on the river.
Cruises depart from the Public Docks just south of the L Street Landing (entrance between Rio City Cafe and Joe’s Crab Shack).
Sacramento History Museum
The Sacramento History Museum is a reproduction of the 1854 City Hall and Waterworks building, which sat on our current site. The original building was completed in the spring of 1854 and was the city’s first municipal structure. It housed the City Waterworks, City Offices – including the Mayor’s office and Fire Department – the City Jail, and Police Court.
The dramatic and diverse history of Sacramento unfolds in the museum’s galleries.
The Sacramento Southern Railroad
The California State Railroad Museum’s popular excursion railroad — the Sacramento Southern Railroad operates April through September. Train rides include closed coach cars, open-air gondolas and a first-class observation car pulled by either Granite Rock No. 10 steam locomotive or one of our vintage diesel locomotives from the Museum’s collection.
Top Hand Ranch Carriage Rides
HISTORY AND PRACTICES
Top Hand Ranch was founded by Rick and Henry Newborn and was established in the early 1970’s–becoming one of the first of its kind to provide quality carriage rides in the Old Sacramento of modern times; since then Rick and Dianne Newborn (Henry has since retired) have been dedicated to giving their customers the best possible experience when touring the Sacramento area. Your satisfaction is important to them and as such you will get your choice of color for both horse and carriage whenever possible. Inquire for possible options!
Underground Tours in Spanish
Presented by the Historic Old Sacramento Foundation. Tours run from April 12, 2020 through December 13, 2020.
The Sacramento History Museum is proud to announce that a Spanish-speaking Old Sacramento Underground Tour is available at 3 p.m. on the Second Sunday of each month.
Sacramento, CA 95814