Trip to Sacramento
Top 5 things to do on a Sacramento trip
- Visit the California State Capitol
- See the Sacramento Zoo
- Check out Sutter’s Fort
- Tour Old Sacramento
- Explore Cesar Chavez Park
Live like a pioneer again and explore Sacramento. For the outdoorsman, Sacramento offers plenty of beautiful parks and lakes to see.
If you’ve never been to Sacramento, you owe yourself a proper adventure of exploring the history and culture it provides.
Numerous tours can help you navigate downtown and there are plenty of attractions, such as the Sacramento Zoo and scenic Cesar Chavez Park.
Go river rafting along the Lower American River or catch a concert in the park!
Throughout Sacramento you’ll be able to marvel at its historic architecture, shop and dine downtown, visit museums, and much more.
We’ll try to help simplify your Sacramento trip by providing some our favorite hotels, shops, and restaurants listed below!
Transportation options in Sacramento
Our bus to Sacramento takes you to the 65th Street Light Rail Station at 6740 Q Street, near downtown Sacramento and Sacramento State.
Learn more about our most popular routes to Sacramento.
Upon your arrival, getting around on your Sacramento trip will be a breeze. Besides downtown being easily walk-able, there are many transportation options.
Take advantage of Sacramento’s Regional Transit for light rail and bus.
Alternatively, taxis and ride shares are readily available as well.
Best places to stay in Sacramento
After your long exhaustive day of sight-seeing, you’re going to need a place to crash. Sacramento is widely known for its amenities and extensive hotel accommodations.
There are plenty of hotels to choose from, making a Sacramento trip accessible for any traveler.
The most lavish hotels in Sacramento would be the Le Rivage Hotel or the Citizen Hotel, putting you in a central location to many of the city’s sights.
Alternatively, many hotels such as the Greens Hotel, Sacramento Hostel, or other rentals are available at a lower cost and offer plenty of travel options for your trip to Sacramento.
Nightlife in Sacramento
Sacramento is known for its vibrant nightlife so you can live like a pioneer during the day in Old Sacramento and party downtown at night.
If you’re looking to order a beer flight, make sure to visit the Capitol Beer and Tap Room.
Many locals flock to the Shady Lady Saloon for downtown for an extensive selection of cocktails and great food.
For an upscale and popular dance club, visit MIX Downtown. Keep in mind that they follow a strict dress code.
Where to shop on your Sacramento trip
Whether you’re seeking retail therapy or looking for a tiny nugget of gold to bring home, Sacramento will be sure to meet your needs.
There will be no shortage of shopping options while you’re in the limits of the city.
You’ll find plenty of specialty shops, restaurants and boutiques in Old Sacramento to peruse.
Shopping in Midtown Sacramento along the grid provides also offers over 50 boutique and independent shops for any budget.
For a wide array of familiar retailers and luxury shops, check out Arden Fair.
Best free things to do in Sacramento
- William Land Park
- Catch a free concert or fair
- Sutter’s Fort
- Discovery Park
- Old Sacramento
Even the most frugal of travelers will find something to love on their Sacramento trip.
Home to many lakes and parks, the outdoor attractions are of no cost to you. In addition, Sacramento regularly offers free events to the public, such as concerts and fairs.
You can even soak in the culture on your trip to Sacramento through Old Sacramento, where it often will be buzzing with activity.
Benefits of taking a bus trip to Sacramento
- reserved seating
- fares starting at just $1*
When booking a Sacramento trip, you’re looking for the lowest costs, trip flexibility, and the best means to arrive comfortably and safely.
Look no further, because Megabus offers the easiest and most affordable options for traveling to Sacramento, with fares as low as $1*.
With the money you save on bus tickets to Sacramento, you’ll be left with more to spend on your upcoming Sacramento trip.
Megabus serves more than 100 cities and university campuses across North America, allowing you to choose the bus stop nearest to you and select your flexible schedule for your Sacramento trip.
This will ensure that when you arrive, you can immediately begin exploring the beauty of Sacramento.
On your Sacramento trip, you’ll be offered the highest level of comfort and safety as well as amenities such as onboard restrooms, individual power outlets, three-point seatbelts, and reclining seats.
So if you’re planning on taking a Sacramento trip, book your ticket with us today to reserve your seat and see our first-class amenities firsthand.