I'm looking especially for lodging. We are interested in touring a mission, the govornor's mansion, and Sutter's Fort. I don't want to spend over $125 a night. We have about 5 nights to do the trip, at the beginning of January.
2006-09-06 10:05:12 · 5 answers · asked by mamaofens 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Sacramento
The suggestions above are good. I would also add the California Museum (it is a block from the Capitol) and the Leland Stanford Mansion (a former Governor's house).
In addition, if you had time I would suggest driving out the Sutter's Mill in Colma and see where gold was discovered. You can also rent little pans and pan for gold yourself.
As for hotels, you should be able to get a hotel for less than $125 a night. Most of the political activities take place during Monday - Thursday, so the hotels are pretty empty Friday-Sunday and the prices may go down.
There are about a dozen hotels within a mile of the Capitol.
A high end hotel that I have used is the Sheraton Grand. It is a block from the Capitol downtown.
A mid range hotel I have stayed at is the Radisson. It is further away from downtown, but has lots of parking and a pretty setting.
I have also stayed at the Extended Stay America. It has a kitchen and is cheap, but it is not plush or fancy in any way. It worked out great for us, but we were excited to get back to our own comfy bed when we got home.
2006-09-07 08:21:37 · answer #1 · answered by SFDHSBudget 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sacramento is a great place for 4th graders to learn history. All though there are no missions in Sacramento all of the other attractions you listed are great for a 4th grader do not forget the State Capitol Building, and the Railroad museum in Old Sacramento. The closest Mission is in San Francisco, Mission Delores, and is an easy days drive there and back.
The Vagabond Inn in Midtown Sacramento should be within your price range and kids under 18 stay free in their parents room.
Have fun!
2006-09-06 11:45:43 · answer #2 · answered by PARKERD 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Checkout the Crocker Art Museum also...
I grew up in Sacramento and I have fond memories of all the places mentioned above. You will have a great time.
2006-09-07 12:54:57 · answer #3 · answered by Sunshine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry,but I've never been to California.
2006-09-06 10:07:46 · answer #4 · answered by >:o} 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try the east coast.
2006-09-06 10:29:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋