• You can actually buy a house without selling your soul.
• Rent is significantly cheaper than the Bay Area or SoCal.
• Great option for remote workers who want to stay in CA but not go broke.

• Tons of biking, hiking, and river trails right in the city.
• Close to Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, and the Sierra Nevadas.
• The American and Sacramento Rivers = kayaking, paddleboarding, and chill river days.

• Government jobs galore (state agencies, lobbying, policy work).
• Growing sectors in healthcare, education, and tech.
• Great place if you’re in public service, law, or nonprofits.

• Known as “America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital”—tons of local produce.
• Great mix of Mexican, Southeast Asian, soul food, vegan, and experimental spots.
• Farmers markets everywhere. There’s even a Farm-to-Fork Festival.

• Less hustle, more balance.
• People tend to be friendly, with a strong local pride vibe.
• Great if you want city amenities without big-city stress.

• 2 hours from SF, 2 hours from Tahoe, 90 minutes from Napa.
• Amtrak and light rail make getting around easier.
• Big airport with solid domestic flight options.

• Hot summers, but mostly dry heat (unlike humid places).
• Long spring and fall, mild winters (with rain, but no snow in the city).
• More sunny days than coastal CA.

Sacramento’s got a cool mix of history, food, outdoor vibes, and lowkey artsy energy. It’s definitely more of a “discover as you go” city. Here's a list of things to check out:

• Old Sacramento – Gold Rush-era buildings, wooden sidewalks, and shops by the river. It’s got museums, candy stores, and boat rides.
• California State Railroad Museum – Legit fascinating even if you’re not a train nerd.
• California State Capitol & Museum – Gorgeous building, free tours, and nice gardens to stroll.
• Sutter’s Fort – Historic pioneer fort from the 1840s. Brings California’s wild past to life.

• Midtown Sacramento – Hip neighborhood with amazing restaurants, breweries, and cafes.
• Tower Café – Brunch heaven with a funky global menu and lush garden vibes.
• The Kitchen – High-end, award-winning, multi-course dining experience.
• Food trucks + farmers markets – Tons of fresh, local options every week.

• Tons of local breweries: Track 7, Device Brewing, Urban Roots.
• Wine lovers? You’re ~45 min from Lodi, an up-and-coming wine region with great reds and chill tasting rooms.

• American River Parkway – 30+ miles of biking, jogging, kayaking, fishing, or just lazing by the river.
• William Land Park – Big green space with ponds, gardens, and the Sacramento Zoo.
• Discovery Park – Where the Sacramento and American rivers meet—picnic central.
• Effie Yeaw Nature Center – Trails and wildlife viewing just outside the city.

• Second Saturday Art Walk (Midtown) – Monthly art/culture fest with galleries, street vendors, and live music.
• Crocker Art Museum – Oldest public art museum west of the Mississippi. Beautiful mix of classic and modern.
• DOCO (Downtown Commons) – Shopping, dining, events, and Golden 1 Center (NBA games & concerts).

• Fairytale Town – Nursery rhyme-themed park with animals and playgrounds.
• Sacramento Children’s Museum – Great for younger kids.
• Sac Zoo – Small but cute, especially for little ones.

• Farm-to-Fork Festival – Massive street food and wine celebration.
• Aftershock Festival – For the rock/metal crowd.
• Sacramento County Fair – Classic fun with rides and deep-fried everything.