Top Sacramento Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

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.

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.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of Sonoma and Napa Valley and uncover the rich history, stunning vineyards, and timeless charm of this world-renowned wine region. Visit iconic wineries including the Tuscan-style castle, Castello di Amorosa, Napa Valley’s first winery, Charles Krug, and Chateau Montelena, renowned for putting California on the global wine map. Along the way, hear fascinating stories on the region’s rich wine-making heritage and its natural wonders play automatically, as you explore this wine lover’s paradise. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

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.

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.

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.

Want to see the whole 21 miles in a day? Well this is your trip! You will conqueror rapids such as Troublemaker, Satan's Cesspool and Hospital Bar all while enjoying the fulfillment of a full day floating down the South Fork of the American. Trips meet at 8:15am and you are typically back to your cars around 4:00pm. Lunch and refreshments are provided at our riverside campground.

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.

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.

The Granite Adventure unlocks a world of excitement at the quarry, where you can select from six thrilling activities. After a 30-minute Gear Up & Orientation, dive into 2 hours of exhilarating fun with options like Aerial Adventure, Climbing Walls, Free Fall, Rappel, Via Ferrata, and Ziplines. Perfect for those who want to customize their experience, this allows guests to typically complete two or three adventures in the timeframe, ensuring an unforgettable day filled with adrenaline and exploration at every turn.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around downtown Sacramento. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact pickup location is sent after booking.

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

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.

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location. You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of the most photographed places on earth, historical estates from the turn of the 20th century, and a famous mountain pass that has witnessed some epic moments in American history. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t. ✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates. ✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Experience California’s historic Gold Country on a driving tour from Placerville to Jackson with this affordable audio tour. • Find out about the hard-rock mining era of the California Gold Rush which began in the 1850s, shortly after the area’s placer mines began to run dry • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, a California native with a penchant for telling stories • Do it all in 150 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 VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Experience California’s historic Gold Country on a driving tour from Jackson to Angels Camp with this affordable audio tour. • Find out about the California Gold Rush from a miner’s prospective and learn the history of the Miwok Native Americans who lived in the area long before early pioneers • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, a California native with a penchant for telling stories • Do it all in 150 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 VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Enjoy a 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

2-person electric motor assist railbike with scenic tours along the Sacramento River and lush farmlands!

Experience comfort, sophistication, and punctuality with every ride! We provide our clientele with private chauffeurs that provide door to door pick up and drop off. Experience luxury comfort while seeing the beautiful landscape of Northern California.

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.

Are you looking for a way to discover California's Delta without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided driving tour. • Find out about the area’s rich history and its agriculture, and point out the towns, museums, restaurants, and wineries you’ll pass. • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, a native of California with over 20 VoiceMap tours under her belt. • Do it all in 120 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, just tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Discover Sacramento's art, history, and culture with a private scavenger hunt focused on the city’s role as the state capital. Download the app to your phone, then explore at your own pace while answering trivia and solving challenges that reveal new facts about the city.

Follow your in-the-know guide to a selection of Sacramento's best breweries and beer bars—and enjoy a fun-filled way to explore—on this small-group party-bike experience. Listen to music, talk with the other passengers, and learn from an insider about the bar scene in Sacramento. Look forward to visiting several key drinking destinations en route, where you can purchase your own preferred drinks and bites.