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Old Sacramento: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
Duration

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

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.

  • A gold-rush-themed interactive scavenger hunt
  • Explore the Financial District without a guide, map, or GPS
  • Flexible schedule: Start and take breaks at any time
  • See top sights and hidden gems across the Financial District

What To Expect

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Old Sacramento



On this leisurely walking tour through Old Sacramento’s Historic District and Waterfront, I’ll paint a picture of what it was like for those early pioneers who were drawn to the city during the Gold Rush era.

• Admission Ticket Free

Tower Bridge



Our tour starts at Tower Bridge. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass.

• Admission Ticket Free

Theodore Judah Monument



On this tour, you’ll take in Pioneer Square, the Pony Express Statue and the monument to Theodore Judah, the Central Pacific Railroad’s first Chief Engineer.

• Admission Ticket Free

The Firehouse Restaurant



Named a California Historical Landmark in 1965, the suburb features over 50 restored historical buildings dating to the second half of the 1850s. Our tour starts at Tower Bridge. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass, including the Firehouse Restaurant, Orleans Hotel, and What Cheer House, a former hotel and historical landmark.

• Admission Ticket Free

Lady Adams Building (California Historical Landmark No. 603)



Pass by the Lady Adams Building and learn its history while you walk.

• Admission Ticket Free

What Cheer House



Named a California Historical Landmark in 1965, the suburb features over 50 restored historical buildings dating to the second half of the 1850s. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass, including What Cheer House, a former hotel and historical landmark.

• Admission Ticket Free

Pony Express Statue



You’ll also hear about California’s early history, and how it took 25 days via steamboat to get mail from the East Coast to California on the West Coast before the Pony Express was established in 1860.

• Admission Ticket Free

Pioneer Square



Take in Pioneer Square, the Pony Express Statue and the monument to Theodore Judah, the Central Pacific Railroad’s first Chief Engineer.

• Admission Ticket Free

California State Railroad Museum



On this tour, you’ll have an opportunity to visit the California State Railroad Museum and Sacramento History Museum after learning about them.

• Admission Ticket Free

Big Four Building



You’ll stroll down I Street and past the Big Four Building as well as down Front Street where you can sample the menu at any one of the charming bars or restaurants along the Old Sacramento Waterfront

• Admission Ticket Free

Sacramento History Museum



On this tour, you’ll have an opportunity to visit the California State Railroad Museum and Sacramento History Museum after learning about them.

• Admission Ticket Free

Central Pacific Railroad Passenger Station



You’ll hear about Chinese migrants’ courage during the building of the Central Pacific Railroad.

• Admission Ticket Free

Delta King Hotel



The tour ends by the Delta King paddlewheeler where you’ll learn its fascinating history.

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please Note:
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

Durations

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

1 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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