The Basics
City Name: Sacramento Valley
Where is it located?: Sacramento lies in northern California near the Sierra Nevada Mountain range.
Why do people go there?: Sacramento is close to San Fran, and that’s a reason many go, although the gold rush and the fact it’s California’s capital also brings in a few.
How do travelers get there?: Taking a bus or train from San Fran is usually the way most do it.
Currency: US Dollar
City Code: 916
Population: 2.8 million
Languages: English
Travel Information
Attractions: Capital, Gold Rush, Affordability compared with the rest of the state
Accommodations: Sacramento Valley Hostels
Tourist Office: http://www.sacramentocvb.org/
Off-the-beaten-path: Sunday Farmers’ Market.
Health Issues: None
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Summer can be very nice, but everybody knows it. Bring a rainjacket almost any other time of the year.
City Specific Events: Sacramento Valley Bears Day, Wine Auction,
How to get around?: Buses will work when your feet don’t.
Good to know: Sacramento Valley is labelled as the smallest mountain range worldwide.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Sacramento Valley is the Chico Municipal Airport
Need more information?: Check out the Sacramento Valley travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
