这 chill metropolis has earned its place on California's list of underrated cities thanks to lush greenspaces, 大量的博物馆, 和 abundant foodie delights, both high-brow 和 low. And while residents 和 repeat visitors alike tend to be very familiar with 萨克拉门托’s top experiences—ranging from rafting down the American River 去探索 克罗克博物馆—there are plenty of undiscovered gems still waiting to be found.
Whether you’re a local looking for staycation inspiration or a visitor hungry for something new, the suggestions below should give you with a deeper underst和ing of this town’s broad appeal.
纺纱
最好的 肉桂面包 in town come from an unlikely place: a tiny annex built off a 76 gas station on Suttervillle Road. 这 30-year-old mom 和 pop enterprise is worth a visit—和 every calorie—before you head over for a day of play at 威廉兰公园. 的 萨克拉门托动物园, 童话镇 (a whimsical storybook-themed amusement park), 和 Funderl和 (a ride haven) are go-to attractions for families, but the serene WPA Rock Garden is worth a stroll for all ages—think winding paths of native plants 和 flora (head over to the lake across the way for a spectacular display of water lilies too).
开阔的墙壁
You’ll find vibrant evidence of the largest mural festival in the country splashed across the public facades at 萨克拉门托’s 开阔的墙壁. 的se 100 murals range from the Jillian Evelyn Mural at 萨克拉门托 State University to Shepard Fairey’s comm和ing portrayal of Johnny Cash. To create your own custom tour, click on this interactive map, select a neighborhood or artist or year, 和 plan your trek. You’ll also find key insights about the artists 和 their creations.
钩 & 梯 Manufacturing Co.
萨克拉门托 built its reputation as the Farm-to-Fork Capital thanks to two key ingredients: great local produce 和 a cluster of talented local chefs. You’ll find plenty of Michelin-rated restaurants in town—的 Kitchen, Localis, Bacon & 黄油等.—but consider starting your culinary explorations at 钩 & 梯. In addition to its celebrated food program, this spot also offers delicious farm-to-cocktail drinks, such as the Lazy Summer, a peach-infused rye with peach bitters made with local peaches. You can even take a two-hour cocktail class here 和 become a better mixologist.
螺旋器兄弟 Grocery
更多的 than a grocery store, 螺旋器兄弟 is a culinary institution. Owner Darrell Corti has been credited with sparking California’s Food Revolution of the 1970s, 当香醋, extra virgin olive oil, 和 artisanal bread were not yet staples in American kitchens. 螺旋器的 50-plus-year-old newsletter touting rare, high-end foods from his travels to Europe 和 Asia alone can make your mouth water. Order up the legendary raviolis 和 browse the aisles of international delicacies 和 wine to go.
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
的 萨克拉门托动物园 is impressive, 和 everybody knows it. 但是越小 Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, located just outside of 萨克拉门托, is also great: It’s a safe haven for primates, 鸟, 农场动物, 和 other creatures that have been injured, 获救, 或滥用. 的 internationally acclaimed organization takes exceptional care of its animals, which include cougars, 老虎, 和山猫. 的 peaceful 地面s make it easy to appreciate 和 better underst和 the animals, 和 there’s also a miniature-scale live steam train that circles the Lion Park—perfect for kids.
的 Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament
这个公民和 宗教具有里程碑意义的, just steps away from the State Capitol Building, is a work of art in its own right 和 worth a tour inside 和 out. 的 ornate stained glass, 大理石雕像, 和 意大利 Renaissance architecture may just turn you into a true believer.
城市的根 Brewery 和 Smokehouse
萨克拉门托 has more than its fair share of craft breweries; 城市的根 also happens to have some of the best BBQ in town. Not a bad combo, right? You can enjoy everything from rib tips to pork ribs, with soul-comforting sides like white cheddar 和 black pepper grits, collard greens with ham, 还有生山药. Kids are welcome to join their parents, 和 城市的根 even provides some entertainment for the youngsters: Ask for a coloring page, each one featuring a different part of the massive mural outside.
小西贡
Discover old-style 和 new-school Vietnamese cuisine up 和 down Stockton Boulevard. Phở Bolsa is one of the longst和ing institutions in 小西贡, serving up cha ca la vong (turmeric-flavored catfish) 和 bun rieu, a tomato-based noodle soup topped with freshwater crab. 越南河粉1920 is something of an upstart, cooking up a brisket-filled noodle soup with its housemade chili sauce, a spicy souvenir to grab on your way out.
童燕齐
Fun fact: At nearly 60,000, the Laotian population in California is larger than that of any other state. So why are there so few Lao restaurants? 的 three 萨克拉门托 women behind 童燕齐, in the heart of downtown, are determined to up the profile of the Southeast Asian cuisine with a menu of Lao, 还有泰语, 专业. Recommended dishes include 梅伊卡蒂·, 碎猪肉中有丰富的, stew-like sauce served alongside rice noodles 和 crunchy vegetable 和 herb condiments, 和 和尚piak, a hearty chicken noodle soup.
达美国王酒店
当然，这恢复了 1927 paddlewheel riverboat along the 老国王 Waterfront is an iconic l和mark 和 impossible to miss, but have you ever been inside? An overnight stay in one of its luxe staterooms with city views, or the splurge-worthy two-story suite with private ver和a, offers an unforgettable experience. Even if you don’t stay the night, grabbing a cocktail at the Delta Bar & Grill is a smart move.
Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
Step back in time at this 150岁的设施 built by Swiss immigrant John Sutter. Docent volunteers dressed in historic costume (和 in full character) answer any 和 all questions about life in the 1840s, or you can take a self-guided tour. 的 two-story adobe quarters is filled with relics from pioneer life, including the doll a young Patty Reed, of the ill-fated Donner party, smuggled along on the trans-continental journey (Note: this historic doll rotates on 和 off display). Look for demos in butter churning, cannon firings (weather permitting), weaving, 和 rope making. 的re’s even an overnight camp for kids who get to dress 和 act the part.
示巴女王
这 埃塞俄比亚餐厅 in L和 Park serves up the ultimate finger food. 舀起新鲜的, seasonal dishes with traditional Injera bread (our go-to: the Doro Wot with chicken simmered in spiced butter 和 herbs, but the vegetarian combo with spicy lentils, split peas 和 spinach also gets high marks). 点一杯Tej, 埃塞俄比亚蜂蜜酒, for an authentic experience, or come by on Sundays for the Ancient Coffee Ceremony, a two-hour tradition where beans are roasted, 地面, 酿造, 和 poured in traditional cookware 和 pottery.
土生农场
这 55英亩的城市农场 was designed to connect city people to their roots with backyard farming inspiration. 的 nonprofit teaches h和s-on 和 virtual classes for kids 和 adults 和 donates their crops to food banks around the city. 捡起开胃菜, seasonal fruits 和 veggies, 和 fresh eggs at the drive-thru farmst和 on Saturdays.
Camellia Coffee Roasters
Coffee is serious business in 萨克拉门托, with established favorites like Temple 和 Old Soul drawing loyal followings. Newer players abound too, like Camellia Coffee Roasters, which is located inside WAL Public Market in the R Street Corridor. Grab the Horchata Cold Brew in a take-home-friendly half gallon. 饿了? Fuel up with a savory breakfast s和o on a brioche bun or a sweet cherry h和 pie, all housemade. 然后探索 旧铁路区 for art, shopping, 和 萨克拉门托 history.
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