Central Valley Travel Guide
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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 Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament 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.
Northstar Village
While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Big Springs Express Gondola and Northstar California Resort.
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.
Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park might not have many top sights, but Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dollar Point
While visiting Dollar Point, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Skylandia Park.
The Village At Palisades Tahoe
While visiting The Village At Palisades Tahoe, you might make a stop by sights like Palisades Tahoe Aerial Tram and Olympic Museum.
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Popular places to visit
Palisades Tahoe
Two expansive ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe have joined to provide some of the finest snow experiences on the whole continent, with an added dash of celebrity sparkle.
Northstar California Resort
Amid the beautiful landscapes along Lake Tahoe is a mountain resort with family-friendly snow sports, hiking trails, golf and boutique shopping.
Heavenly Gondola
Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.
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.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Be humbled by nature at its most impressive in these two breathtaking national parks, home to some of the largest living things on this planet.
Emerald Bay State Park
This scenic inlet offers a beautiful beach, island, waterfalls, wreck dives, heritage sites and campgrounds with views over the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe.
- Palisades Tahoe
- Northstar California Resort
- Heavenly Gondola
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
- Emerald Bay State Park
- University of California
- Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
- Edwards Air Force Base
- General Sherman Tree
- Sacramento Convention Center
- Arden Fair Mall