Came here with high expectations and was not disappointed! My entire family had a memorable time…read morelearning and exploring here. Pricing was great; $12 per adult and toddlers at no cost. Exhibits were interactive, creative, clean, and educational. There is even an indoor playground for kids, which was thoroughly enjoyed by my 4 and 2-year-old. It is impressive how there is something for everyone here, and it is equally impressive how detailed the historical replications are. You could definitely spend a good 1-3 hours here, and I'll be recommending this place as a worthwhile stop in between the Bay and Tahoe!

My teenage son is really into trains so visiting the museum and reserving an excursion train ride…read morewas an easy decision. The museum is HUGE! Many trains on display with knowledgeable volunteers happy to explain how things work along with the history. This place is perfect for kids AND adults. Especially for enthusiasts but even if you're not into trains, learning a little about the history is worth it. Their exhibits are very well done and there is even a sleeper car that as you walk through it, actually MOVES and sounds like you're really on board the real deal. The only thing that wasn't as good as I was hoping for, was the excursion experience. I thought it would be a little longer and scenic, but turned out to be a short 15-20 minute ride on a straight track from the museum to the old Sacramento baths and back then it headed back for another 15-20 minute ride back the same way. Pretty cool if you're a kid, but not that exciting for a college age teen and myself. The "free" snacks provided were anticlimactic as well. Really, the best thing about the excursion experience was learning more history from the super friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. They were ALL great! Super thankful for sharing their passion and knowledge with us.

I really like the art and variety, plus the stories behind the art! Its also nice that they have…read morelots of security around and their suits look really professional. My brother loves medieval and he loved the European and Asian art. Also the cafe staff are super, super nice and prepare the food so well. The only problem was the tables were a little nasty. I came from Canada and if you ask me would I come again? Absolutely.

The Crocker Art Museum was a place I had always wanted to visit. I've been eyeing it for the last…read morefew years since moving to Sacramento, and finally, the opportunity came when my husband and I purchased tickets to a classical music concert series there. We arrived early so we could explore the museum before the concert, and I'm so glad we did! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and check-in was very easy. They give you a sticker indicating whether you're a member, patron, or attending for the concert. The best part? Our concert tickets included admission to the museum, so we got a wonderful two-for-one experience. We started on the third floor and worked our way down, just as the staff recommended. There was SO much to see! I loved the variety of exhibitions and the incredible use of color. There were works ranging from modern and contemporary pieces to Baroque and classical art, along with beautiful geometric pottery and so many different artistic styles. It was truly a nonstop feast for the eyes. The museum itself was peaceful, quiet, clean, and very well organized. I also appreciated that there are very clean bathrooms conveniently located on each floor. We eventually made our way down toward the concert venue, although we didn't have enough time to completely explore the second floor. That just gives us another reason to come back! The concert was held in a relatively small venue, which made the experience feel incredibly intimate and almost like being in someone's beautiful home. The concert featured a violinist and pianist who performed continuously for just under an hour, with very short breaks between pieces. It was absolutely magical and beautiful. The audience was respectful and wonderfully quiet throughout the performance, which made the experience even more special. The musicians were also local to California, which was a lovely touch. The only thing we missed was the café. Since our concert was at 3 p.m. on a Sunday, we were actually getting pretty hungry by the time the concert started, but the café had already closed at 3. So if you're planning to spend the day here, I recommend grabbing a snack or something to eat before the café closes. Overall, we had such a beautiful day at the Crocker. I especially loved seeing the historic Crocker Mansion alongside the continuously changing exhibitions. It's a wonderful combination of history, architecture, art, and music all in one place. Whether you're a Sacramento local or visiting from out of town, I highly recommend adding the Crocker Art Museum to your list. We'll definitely be back -- and next time, we're making sure to see that second floor!

We were pleasantly surprised of this place. We have visited children's museums regularly all over…read morethe Bay Area. From reading the reviews, I didn't expect much. But, we hand a great time. Parking was $6 for the whole day, $19.99/ adult and $17.99 for kids. We especially loved the planetarium. We had just gotten back from another planetarium, but this one was so much nicer! My kids loved it. And the instructor was very knowledgeable. The kids loved downstairs and upstairs. You can tell they did a lot interactive displays for children and adults to learn. My kids loved touching all the buttons, interacting with the screens, jumping/hoping, making songs, etc. My favorite exhibit was the brain one- such fascinating stuff! I definitely recommend going especially if you have young kiddos. We had a Great time! Tip: There's a McDonalds on the other side of the freeway - go there before entering if you have kids.

This place was great the first few times we visited, but now going on 5 years since it's opening,…read morethere hasn't been any real improvement to the experience. Most of what is here has been here since 2021, and many of those things are also frequently out of order. The prices have increased, while perks, benefits, or experiences have decreased or been removed. When I first joined as a member, there were member hours everyday and now they are only 1 Saturday per month. Planetarium shows used to be included with admission and now it is an additional cost, even though the shows are also primarily the same since 2021. They initially advertised having lockers, but they were always out of order. I honestly prefer my Chuck E Cheese membership over this place. If you aren't from Sacramento, your children will have a good time. If you are a Sacramento parent looking for a fun membership where you can visit multiple times, choose something else.

I hope you won't be greeted by this woman named Robin, she is beyond rude, we went with a group for…read moreour school and the way she presents herself with the major attitude it almost feels like she owns the place, I have no idea how people like this who has gotten major complains are still working here with such attitude, there has to be a way to report to state about her behavior, if you check all the 1 or 2 stars, it's all about this woman. I am surprised after all these years she still has this job. You can file a complaint against her here if you run into into the same issues, as what I can tell, all 1 star and 2 stars are all about this lady having attitude with the visitors. https://www.parks.ca.gov/Commend-or-Complain

The Stanford mansion in Sacramento is a great free activity, especially if you enjoy history and…read morearchitecture. The guided tour is free, but normally requires a reservation 48 hours in advance online. We didn't have tickets, but I called in and spoke to a nice worker who was able to accommodate. The tour begins with a short introductory video, which was a bit on the boring side. However things got interesting. The guide used a model of the mansion to explain the additions throughout the years, which helped bring the history to life. The mansion is four stories however the tour only goes up to the third floor. The entire guided tour lasted about 50 minutes, and truly you get to see a lot. My favorite was the master bedroom and the governor's office. It was interesting learning about today's governor. Realistically running the state from the mansion. It is prepared with secure phone, lines and Internet. Another nice bonus photos in the mansion have never been allowed, but rules have changed two months ago. You are now allowed to take photos without flash. Overall this was a wonderful experience, especially for adults and young families so with it being free. That said I would not bring very young children, as the rules are extremely strict on no touching and nothing is roped off. Highly recommend if you are visiting Sacramento and wanting a free Meaningful activity!

We visited the Aerospace Museum and had such a great time! It's honestly a hidden gem. The museum…read morehas so many interesting airplanes to see up close, and it's really cool being able to walk around them and learn about the history behind them. One of my favorite parts was how interactive it was for kids. They have a scavenger hunt that keeps them engaged while exploring the museum, which makes it fun for the whole family. My kids loved searching for the clues while checking out all the different aircraft. There are planes both outside and inside the museum, and the exhibits are well laid out so you can take your time walking through everything. It's a great place if you enjoy aviation or just want something different and educational to do with the family. Definitely worth the visit. If you're in the area, I highly recommend checking it out!

Haven't been here in a few years. Visited yesterday with a friend. So muchengineering and flight…read morehistory here. Look up, look down, look all around so you don't miss anything. There is an outdoor area where the big planes and jets are. The signage is good in describing their uses, names and missions. There is even a section on space travel. The docents are top notch. You can tell they are passionate about what they speak! Take a stroll upstairs to see the flight simulator room, very high tech. There is a gift shop, cafe, plenty of clean bathrooms. Enjoy your flight!

Very fun free hour tour. You NEED TO try to get Joe as your guide. He makes things interesting and…read moremakes you act out as a senator, teaches you how to point like one (gesticulate), and has many stories. The capitol museum is part of the Sacramento Badge Pass. I didn't realize it until I left that I could've received a discount for showing my event badge. Parking kind of sucked. I didn't know where to park so I parked in a structure on 13th and P. If you're visiting when they're still doing the construction for the expansion of the capitol building, then I would suggest parking on the western side of 11th or 12th street. You can only access the building on L or N streets through a security checkpoint on either the north side or south side of the building. The front side (from 10th street) is not an entrance. However, that's the best place to take pictures. I would've explored the garden, but it was way too hot to venture outside of the a/c for too long. I visited on early August where the temperature was 100-104.

I have lived in California my whole live but had never been to the State Capital so when I had a…read morechance to check it out I did not want to miss the opportunity. The building is impressive and grand! They offer free tours every hour and I would highly recommend as it only takes about 30-45 minutes to complete and after that you are still welcome to wander around at your leisure. State congress was in session so I was able to watch for a few minutes to see how it is done.

Last month my Nephew has a Graduate Party for his daughter…read more I have to say they pull out the red carpet for us here the room was large enough for at least for a easy 200 guest so spacious Great lighting, a stage, air conditioning and gorgeous old classic car With gold ropes around the car but not touch it You can walk around the Car Museum it's really great here but I didn't And they have even a classic to sale If you like Hey! Maybe You want a classic car in your life. But this day we left one of my brothers classics there A 1958 Triumph at the museum I rode in it me and my nephew for the last time on the road. Listening great tunes I would buy it but I have no place for it It has Hawaii plates but does California plates too but is a good Triumph but this Triumph was in parades, and had a fun time even on TV in Sac. With many trips and keep pristine paint and body He really enjoy he cars taking out on the road The California Automobile Museum a great Museum with docents here to give you a tour on all these gorgeous classics It's real great spot to spend a afternoon and learn about these beauty's inside Come out and you'll see for yourself

If you like cars, the history of cars, and maybe even riding in a classic, this California…read moreAutomobile Museum is for you. With an easy to follow layout introducing some of the first cars, you follow the path through the evolution of the advancement of cars until you reach more modern day vehicles. Some of these cars having been beautifully restored were amazing to look at and read upon the historical significance they played. You also get to sit inside some of these vehicles. These automobile museums are always an awesome sight to see.

This is mostly a tour of old Sacramento, with just a little bit of underground thrown in, (no…read morepictures or video though) its a bit of a reach to call it an underground tour. I went on an underground tour of Pendleton, Oregon and few years back and thought this would be similar. Instead we walked around above ground looking at old buildings and then spent about 5 to 10 minutes in an old basement and learned about how they used jacks to pick up the buildings after a great flood back in the 1800s. On the bright side, the tour guide was very friendly and informative. If you're looking for a quick hour long historical tour, this is recommended, but don't expect too much underground stuff, you won't get it.

Not worth the time or cost…read more Mildly interesting. As the nice guide explained, much of what would now be "underground" had been filled in. There wasn't much to tour. This felt like a 25 minute tour, geared toward grade school children, stretched to fill an hour.