Experience everything gourmet in one of Sacramento's most thriving and historic districts—Downtown. Discover for yourself why the city is called America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital as you sample eclectic menus boasting locally sourced ingredients while learning rich history along the way.
Come hungry for this food tour that takes you to up to 8 popular spots throughout Downtown. Meet your fellow foodies outside LowBrau pub and set off on a delectable adventure with a trained food concierge. At each new spot, savor signature dishes made with local and seasonal ingredients. The tour offers a variety of creations—spicy, savory, and sweet—to treat your taste buds to the ultimate gastronomic experience. Dig into plates like creamy poblano soup, heirloom tomato with spinach pesto, and dark chocolate with mango and chili. Those of age also have the opportunity to sample locally made beer and wine, and there's even fruit-infused mocktails for those who cannot or choose not to partake.
In between each new location you visit, your guide brings the city to life with tales of its history and recent renaissance. Travel down K Street, the city's former main drag for dining and entertainment. Learn how the street was closed to all automobile traffic for more than 40 years and just reopened in 2011. Grab your camera to snap photos of striking buildings like the Crest Theatre and Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament—and of course, don't forget to take a few food pics for your Instagram, as well.
Take a bite out of charming and historic Midtown Sacramento on this local-led walking tour of the area's best eateries. Nibble on savory snacks, sip on perfectly paired libations, and get insight into the city's vibrant arts and cultural scene as you dine around town.
Meet up with your guide in the center of town and start your exploration, strolling down tree-shaded streets lined with Victorian buildings as you hear about the creative culture that thrives in this lovely pocket of the city. Scope out urban art and murals, peer in the windows of world-class galleries, and listen to stories about some of Sacramento's most well-known artists.
Next, delve into the city's culinary culture. Make your way to 6 or 7 different locally loved eateries, from mom-and-pop cafes to elegant bakeries and chef-owned farm-to-table restaurants. Meet with chefs and owners along the way to chat about where they source ingredients and how they come up with inventive menu items.
As you visit, dine on tasty bites paired with local ports, fruit- and herb-infused cocktails, and NorCal beers. Samples vary based on the season, but you might tuck into housemade sausage, smoked barbecue pork and cheesy grits, charcuterie with wine, crackers and port, craft beers, drunken noodles on a bed of lettuce, or a fresh herb-flavored macaron. Whatever's on the menu, be sure to come hungry!
Experience all the plummeting, free falling, and soaring sensations of skydiving without ever getting on a plane. This indoor skydiving experience puts you in a vertical wind tunnel, where you can float weightlessly in space for an unforgettable adrenaline rush in totally safe surroundings.
Arrive at iFLY and get geared up, stepping into your flight suit, strapping on your helmet, and adjusting your protective goggles to fit. An experienced and accredited instructor leads you in an introductory training session so that you can get the most out of your adventure, and then it’s time to step into the flight chamber.
The instructor accompanies you inside and offers tips and pointers, and then you're lifted off your feet as the chamber fills with rushing wind. Hover above the ground, spin through the air, and feel the thrill before touching back down on solid ground. Then, catch your breath and do it all over again.
Sail out for cocktail hour in style on a family-friendly yacht cruise that showcases some of the best waterfront views in Sacramento. Buy your own refreshments from the bar on board, and then relax with a drink in hand as you soak up great music and the scenery of the ambling Sacramento River.
The party starts on the waterfront in Old Town, where a sophisticated and spacious yacht waits for you at L Street Dock. Once you step on board, you can purchase your choice of cocktails, wine, or beer from the bar, and then sit back and get ready for a good time on the Sacramento River.
With the Sacramento cityscape floating by, enjoy the fresh river breezes, as well as the latest tunes from the professional DJ on board. As any stresses of the day melt away, take time to grab more drinks, or order a round of snacks before you glide back to the dock.
Grab your friends and head out on the Sacramento River for a 21-and-over party you won’t be able to find on land. A spacious yacht takes you out for a fun-filled cruise complete with amazing views of the Sacramento skyline, DJ music, and plenty of tasty drinks available for purchase.
Sail out from L Street Dock in Old Town and make yourself comfortable on the yacht, which comes equipped with 2 bars and both indoor and outdoor seating. Imbibe with your choice of cocktails, beer, and wine, and glide under the Tower Bridge for a picturesque journey down the river.
As you relax and soak up the views, a local DJ keeps the party going with the perfect selection of Top 40 hits and favorite throwbacks. Enjoy plenty of time to order more drinks, or take advantage of the yacht’s snack selection, before your captain steers you back to the dock.
Explore trendy eateries and hidden gems in the Sutter District, known for its eclectic group of restaurants with an emphasis on global food. Eat and drink your way around these streets while learning about the Asian, Latin, and European immigrant groups who have made Sacramento's food culture so diverse.
Gather outside LowBrau pub—come hungry!—and head off to uncover gastronomic treasures at up to 8 popular spots inspired by cuisines from around the world. Dig into a cheesy French croque monsieur sandwich, try a hearty Vietnamese bánh mì with chicken and veggies on crisp-crusted bread, and sip a toasty cup of rich Spanish coffee. Sample artisan meats and cheeses, bite into savory grilled pork spring rolls, and satisfy your sweet tooth with a chocolate crinkle cookie. Finish it all off with a fruit-infused mocktail, locally brewed ale, or a bold glass of wine from a nearby vineyard.
Between each location, listen as your guide shares fascinating tales of the area's beginnings. Hear the story of Swiss immigrant John Sutter, who established Sutter's Fort, a massive adobe complex that still stands to this day. Learn about the various groups that continued to migrate to the city, contributing to making Sacramento a mecca for global food.