Top Sacramento Walking Tours

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.

Let a guide show you around the streets of Sacramento, California at night, telling you all about the city’s darker side. From historic gunslingers to allegedly haunted trains to tragic epidemics and more, this is a side of Sacramento that most tourists miss. It’s a tour that’s ideal for history buffs that enjoy a good scare.

Are you looking for a way to discover Old Sacramento's Historic District and Waterfront without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. • Find out how Sacramento was finally saved from yearly floods by raising the town 22 feet in the 1860s • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse a local who's created over 20 VoiceMap tours under her belt • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the Voice Map app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

On this guided walking food tour through Old Sacramento you will learn about the California Gold Rush and enjoy tasty treats along the way. See historic buildings and hear about Sacramento's exciting history of fire, floods and raising the city. We take you to some of the best spots to tantalize your taste buds. and you and your crew will be happily full by the end. This tour takes place in the Old Sacramento Waterfront district, right on the Sacramento River, featuring Gold Rush-era buildings, cobble stone streets and horse drawn carriages. The state Railroad Museum and the Sacramento History Museum are located in this area, as well as numerous shops including souvenir shops, antique stores, boutiques and old time candy shops. There are also numerous eateries and bars. There is ample parking in nearby parking garages.

Discover the history of Old Sacramento, the Gold Rush, the Union Pacific Railroad, and the ghosts that now linger. Why take this to - Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires. - Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready. - Listen again after taking it in person. - Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmophere. - 10's of 100's take our tours around the USA, and love them. You see, Sacramento is a beautiful city with an amazing story. But like all good stories, there needs to be some adventure. And what's more adventurous than the gold rush, floods, fires, underground tunnels and murder? On our tour I’ll share with you the history of Old Sacramento including it’s railroad history, underground tunnels, gold rush days, skid row times, how Stanford was established, River boat rides and much more. And at each stop, you’ll also hear the tales of those that are said to still linger here.

Skip the guidebooks and explore Sacramento’s Sutter District instead on this guided walking tour in a small group limited to 14 people. Stroll the tree-lined streets with a guide, and pop into around 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.

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.

Discover the haunted history of Placerville on the Echoes of the Past Ghost Tour. Walk Gold Rush–era streets, hear chilling tales, and use complimentary ghost detectors as you explore legendary sites like the Cary House Hotel.

Step into the heart of California's capital to uncover how a small-market city fought off relocation, endured a record sixteen-year playoff drought, and ignited the most electrifying ritual in modern basketball: the purple laser beam. From high-stakes City Hall votes to grassroots park rallies and underground pubs, explore the streets where civic survival transformed into pure euphoria. - A 4.2 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 143 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and Social Fabric & Everyday Life - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Let's explore the vigilante justice, gambling disputes, horrifying murders and riverfront violence that shaped Gold Rush Sacramento. As the town exploded from a frontier outpost to a modern city, it attracted miners, gamblers, drifters, fortune-seekers- and many of them were up to no good. Sacramento quickly developed a reputation for theft, gambling scams, and armed robberies and during our time together we'll visit the places where some of the most notorious acts of violence took place. We'll also discuss the disastrous fires and floods that repeatedly destroyed early Sacramento, (reportedly leaving one former Mayor to travel to his inauguration by boat!) and visit a couple of the only buildings that survived this era. We'll also learn about the violent riots and public executions that took place nearby. Vigilance committees were often formed in early Sacramento, because many residents believed courts moved too slowly. Yet vigilance groups often became dangerous themselves....

Discover California's Gold Rush era on this self-guided walking tour through Old Sacramento, where you'll find preserved nineteenth-century storefronts and charming wooden boardwalks. This immersive experience is enhanced by vivid audio narration that shares tales of fortune seekers, devastating floods, and the engineering feats that shaped Sacramento. Learn how this riverside town became the western terminus of the Pony Express and the starting point for the Transcontinental Railroad, pivotal milestones in the American West's history. — Immerse yourself in the rich history of Old Sacramento's Gold Rush era — Enjoy an engaging audio narration guiding you through significant landmarks — Explore at your own pace and discover hidden gems along the way — Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers wanting a unique experience

Journey through Old Sacramento and explore the city's pivotal role in building the First Transcontinental Railroad. Discover historic depots, grand museums, and monuments to visionaries and pioneers. Walk the riverfront, visit the California State Railroad Museum, and trace the iron tracks that connected California to the nation. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Roseville 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 Roseville 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 Roseville and visit its cultural heart: the Town Square. See the iconic Tower Theatre, historic trains, and more. Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 23 challenges on the scavenger hunt. Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 1.5 miles along this scavenger hunt tour. Explore the city at your own pace Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends Discover Roseville's hidden gems and historic sights Perfect for all ages

Discover one of Sacramento’s top-rated haunted pub crawls, where ghost stories, Gold Rush history & lively nightlife come together for an unforgettable evening. Operating nightly, year-round, this eerie experience is led by local guides who know the city’s haunted past firsthand. Hear chilling tales connected to the historic Delta King Hotel, the Victorian-era Sam Brannan House, Honey and The Trapcat & the former Dingley Spice Mill. From riverfront legends & Gold Rush intrigue to lingering spirits & unexplained encounters, each location offers a fascinating glimpse into Sacramento’s haunted history. The exact lineup varies by season & day of the week. Drinks are not included. Whether you're planning a private group outing, bachelorette party, or special event, this tour offers a unique way to experience Sacramento after dark. Proudly USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-owned & women & minority-led, it combines local storytelling, historic charm & spooky atmosphere for a memorable night out.