7 Things to do in Sacramento With Your Family

Sacramento is a family-fun hub full of gathering places, museums and plenty to do. Check out our top places to spend time with your family in Sacramento.

CALIFORNIA RAILROAD MUSEUM

125 I St. Sacramento, CA 95814


Located in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum is home to the Polar Express along with 21 other restored railroad cars dating back to the 1800s.


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FUNDERLAND AMUSEMENT PARK

1350 17th Ave. Sacramento, CA 95822


An amusement park made specifically for the little ones, Funderland features nine exciting amusement rides and a concession stand. It’s located in William Land Park next to the Sacramento Zoo and Fairytale Town.


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SACRAMENTO ZOO

3930 West Land Park Dr. Sacramento, CA 95822


The Sacramento Zoo is home to more than 140 kinds of native, exotic and endangered animals.


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SACRAMENTO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

2701 Prospect Park Dr. Rancho Cordova, CA 95670


This kiddo museum includes hands-on activities for children using pressurized tubes, artificial currents, balls in chutes to explore gravity, as well as painting and craft art activities.


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FOLSOM LAKE

7755 Folsom-Auburn Rd. Folsom, CA 95630


Folsom Lake is a great place for recreation, with areas designated for hiking, camping, and biking. The lake is also commonly used for fishing, boating, water-skiing and even horseback riding.


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GOLDEN 1 CENTER

500 David J Stern Walk Sacramento, CA 95814


The Golden 1 Center is an indoor entertainment area and home to the Sacramento Kings. If you’re in the mood for a major concert, show or even Disney on Ice, the Golden 1 Center is the place to go.


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RALEY FIELD

400 Ballpark Dr. West Sacramento, CA 95691


Home to the Sacramento River Cats minor league baseball team, the Raley field is the perfect place to take your family out to the ball game!

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