Top Sacramento Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Learn about California’s capital city’s history as you pop into local eateries for tastings of local-favorite food during this Downtown Sacramento tour. Sample various products from local venues as well as menu items from restaurants that use locally sourced ingredients. Your guide tells you stories about the city that dates back to the 1800s, as well as gets you acquainted with the Sac foodie culture.

Make the most of your night in Sac with this 1.5-hour cruise along the Sacramento River. Board a boat, and cruise the water as you enjoy popular music spun by a DJ, as well as alcoholic beverages (own expense). Pass under Tower Bridge, snap photos with the city lights as your backdrop, and dance with friends, old and new.

Take in the sights of Sacramento from the river on this 1-hour cruise. Snap photos of Old Sacramento's landmarks and highlights while listening to live, onboard narration. Multiple departure times available to fit your schedule.

Explore the great art and food of Midtown Sacramento on a 3.5-hour walking tour. See colorful murals and hear about their history, stop into galleries, learn about the city’s architecture, and sample dishes at favorites eateries in this lively district. You might taste locally made sausage, seasonal salads, stir fry noodles, and delectable sweets, along with drinks such as craft beer.

Explore Sacramento’s Sutter District during this walking tour in a small group limited to 14 people. Stroll the tree-lined streets with a guide, and pop into about five or six eateries to sample dishes popular in Sac, including organic coffee, pork spring rolls, and chocolate cookies. Your guide knows the district well and also gives you a rundown of the area’s interesting history as you go.

Plan a safe and luxurious day of wine tasting in the world-famous Napa Valley with a private chauffeured tour. A professional driver picks you up in San Francisco, Napa, or Sonoma in a luxury SUV with a welcome glass of bubbly. Choosing among hundreds of wineries can be daunting, but your driver and guide will help you select a handful of Napa's best estates based on your personal tastes.

Make the most of your night in Sac with this 1.5-hour cruise along the peaceful Sacramento River. Board a boat, and cruise the water as you enjoy popular music spun by a DJ, as well as alcoholic beverages (own expense). Pass under Tower Bridge, see the city lit up at night, and mingle with friends, old and new.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of Folsom, a gold country town with a rich history, helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map from Folsom’s Historic District through Figueroa Street to Old Western Main Street and Truss Bridge. Learn about Gold Rush history, Native American history, Folsom’s Victorian homes, and more.

Hop on board a party-bike for a 2-hour tour of Sacramento's best brewpubs. Sip craft beers, eat great food and have fun in between stops as you pedal the party bike to two destinations. Listen to music, talk with the other passengers and learn from an insider about the bar scene in Sacramento. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide ensures a great experience in the California state capital as you ride around Midtown and sample the best bites and drinks in town.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of the Sierra Foothills, an epicenter of California Gold Rush history, helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map app through Auburn, Placerville, Coloma, and many historic sites. Start, stop, and pause the tour whenever you’d like.

Get out rafting on the South Fork American River today, and see some Class III whitewater as you navigate the Chili Bar. You’ll go through the Meat-Grinder, Triple Threat, and Troublemaker sections, and then pass the historical town of Coloma where gold was first discovered. You’ll also stop for lunch at Marshall Gold Discovery sTate Park at the end to refuel and relax.

Experience Sacramento in a different way with this interactive and fun Operation City Quest scavenger hunt. Download the app to your phone, grab your team and head out to downtown Sacramento. Gain points as you solve riddles, find different objects around the city and perform challenges, while competing against other teams around the country.

Get the most out of Napa wine tasting—and leave the driving to someone else—on this private, half-day chauffeured tour of California's famous wine producing region. Start your tour with complimentary champagne, and sit back to enjoy the rolling hills and vineyard views. Stop at up to five tasting rooms, enjoy optional vineyard tours, and even choose the wineries that you want to visit. Though you cover the cost of wine tastings, the fabulous views and easy transportation are included.

Midtown Sacramento is full of colorful murals created for the city's annual Wide Open Walls Festival—if you know where to find them. This private tour takes travelers along the neighborhood's tree-lined streets in search of the best street art, while also checking out restaurants, nightlife spots, and shops. Your guide also brings binoculars to get the best views of the murals.

Northern California is famous for its wine country but it can be difficult to navigate on your own. Book a Sprinter van and driver to transport your group to several wineries over the course of a day. Start your day off with a glass of sparkling wine and then head to the vineyards of your choice, or let your driver select a few for a well-rounded experience of Napa and Sonoma.

There are few true hidden gems left in California. This private tour of the California Delta—roughly the area along the Sacramento River from the northern Bay Area to Sacramento—explores one of the best remaining off-the-beaten-path areas in Northern California. Spend half-day exploring the riverside area, visiting a cider house, historic barbecue joint, and winery.

Have fun and see different parts of Sacramento through this interactive and adventurous scavenger hunt by Crazy Dash. Download the app and start the challenge with your group. Gain points as you find different objects around the city and complete fun challenges, and compete against other teams from around the country. You can also get help via chat from a virtual guide if you need it.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Nevada City while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you through the city. Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard. See major attractions as well as less-known gems of Nevada City on this unique scavenger hunt and walking tour. Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for! Tour downtown Nevada City and see the iconic Nevada Theatre, City Hall, Nevada Hotel, historic mining equipment, and more. Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 16 challenges on the scavenger hunt. Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 1 mile along this scavenger hunt tour. Explore the city at your own pace Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends Discover Nevada City's hidden gems and historic sights Perfect for all ages

While walking tours are helpful for getting oriented, they rely on guides and discourage independent exploration. With this interactive scavenger hunt, explore historic Folsom at your own pace while following clues and solving puzzles on your phone. All in all, you’ll walk about one mile (1.6 kilometers) from the Folsom Historic District to the Railroad Turntable.

Discover the art, history and culture of Sacramento in a fun an interactive way with a scavenger hunt focused on the city’s role as the state capital. Download the app to your phone then head out with your team to answer trivia questions and solve challenges while learning new facts along the way.

Gather your coworkers and colleagues together for a trip around Napa Valley's best wineries aboard this corporate charter vehicle. Meet your driver and enjoy a bottle of sparkling wine to start off your adventure. Then visit several wineries, chosen by you or suggested by your driver, and purchase wine tastings, if you'd like. This is a great way to break the ice or start off a corporate event.

While walking tours are helpful for getting oriented, they rely on guides and discourage independent exploration. With this interactive scavenger hunt, explore Old Town Auburn at your own pace while completing puzzle-like challenges on your phone. You’ll walk roughly two miles (4 kilometers) and visit the historic courthouse, city parks, public art sites, an old firehouse, and more.

Puzzle your way through the heart of Sacramento on a 3-hour scavenger hunt adventure for groups of 2–5 people. Follow a series of clues on your smart phone, then take on fun challenges that weave local history into the sights along your 2-mile course. Enjoy scenic views from the riverfront and explore the historic storefronts of Old Town while racking up points, see how you compare with teams that have already completed the scavenger hunt, and experience Sacramento as part of a unique, self-guided adventure.

While walking tours are helpful for getting oriented, they rely on guides and discourage independent exploration. With this interactive scavenger hunt, explore Sacramento Capitol Park at your own pace while following clues and solving puzzles on your phone. Visit major attractions and less-known gems such as the World Peace Rose Garden, Firefighters Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and more.