Old Sacramento Historic District, historic business district in Sacramento, California
Old Sacramento Historic District is a neighborhood filled with restored 19th-century buildings that reflect the Gold Rush era. The area sits along the river with original wooden storefronts, cobblestone streets, and a mix of museums, shops, and dining venues.
This neighborhood grew during California's Gold Rush in the 1850s as a vital trading port and supply center. After a period of decline, it was restored in recent decades to preserve this era as a living piece of that history.
It is best explored on foot since the streets are narrow and cobblestoned, making them ideal for walking. Most attractions are close together and require no special transportation.
The riverboats were once vital to trade and some original steamships and riverboats can still be seen docked there. They show how important the waterway was to the area's development.
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