Amy's Guidebook
Food Scene
Shift Coffee House
1616 Del Paso BlvdVoted best grilled cheese in California! 5 minute walk.
This is the best farmer's market in California! During peak growing season there are over 80 vendors with every kind of food you can get within driving distance. Besides the best fruit and vegetables ever, there is olive oil, seafood, beef, chicken, pork, cheese, nuts, wine, dried lavender, eggs, micro greens and more. Open every Sunday morning of the year.
25 locals recommend
Certified Farmers' Market
1689 Arden WayThis is the best farmer's market in California! During peak growing season there are over 80 vendors with every kind of food you can get within driving distance. Besides the best fruit and vegetables ever, there is olive oil, seafood, beef, chicken, pork, cheese, nuts, wine, dried lavender, eggs, micro greens and more. Open every Sunday morning of the year.
Westfield Downtown Plaza
405 K StRestaurant and Bars scene in a pedestrian zone.
Every kind of dessert you can imagine, all delicious! Retro theme.
43 locals recommend
Rick's Dessert Diner
2401 J StEvery kind of dessert you can imagine, all delicious! Retro theme.
Old Sugar Mill
35265 Willow AveLots of wineries for a day of tasting all in one place.
One of the best ice cream shops in Sacramento - ties with Vic's.
58 locals recommend
Gunther's Ice Cream
2801 Franklin BlvdOne of the best ice cream shops in Sacramento - ties with Vic's.
Tower Cafe
1518 BroadwayBest Brunch in Sacramento. Eat outside in the beautiful garden.
Vic’s Ice Cream
3199 Riverside BlvdTies with Gunther's for best ice cream!
Great wines, outdoor dining, vegan options, food is delicious.
34 locals recommend
Revolution Winery and Kitchen
2831 S StGreat wines, outdoor dining, vegan options, food is delicious.
Fun For Children
Powerhouse Science Center
400 Jibboom StreetBrand new, state of the art children's science museum.
California State Railroad Museum
125 I StGreat children's area
Sand Cove Park
2005 Garden HwyNice place to go for a swim in the river.
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
1700 Arden WayIndoor fun for kids.
Sightseeing
Trees from all over the world, beautiful rose garden.
270 locals recommend
California State Capitol Museum
1315 10th StTrees from all over the world, beautiful rose garden.
Old Sacramento Waterfront
1014 2nd StGet a glimpse of California during the Gold Rush.
Day Trips
Nevada City
Super cute old town with lots of shops and restaurants.
Lots of shops and restaurants, Saturday morning Farmer's Market and Crafts for sale on Market street. Jump on the ferry to Alcatraz here (need reservations for Alcatraz)
189 locals recommend
Ferry Building
Lots of shops and restaurants, Saturday morning Farmer's Market and Crafts for sale on Market street. Jump on the ferry to Alcatraz here (need reservations for Alcatraz)
Napa
World class wineries and Restaurants! Beautiful scenery.
Quintessential Napa Valley restaurant. Indoor and outdoor eating, garden and market. Try to go at happy hour. Charge your Tesla here!
79 locals recommend
Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch
738 Main StQuintessential Napa Valley restaurant. Indoor and outdoor eating, garden and market. Try to go at happy hour. Charge your Tesla here!
South Yuba River State Park
17660 Pleasant Valley RdSpectacular scenery hiking along an Alpine river.
Best Restaurant in Sacramento! Book ahead for extra special occasions!
18 locals recommend
The Kitchen Restaurant
915 Hurley WayBest Restaurant in Sacramento! Book ahead for extra special occasions!
King Cong Brewing
1709 Del Paso Blvd10 min walk - try out some local brew and a pizza.