Wander through the state capitol building, used since 1869 to run California's government. The grounds include memorials to soldiers lost in the Civil and Vietnam Wars. Tours run every hour on the hour. Call (866) 324-0333 for information or (866) 240-4655 for tour reservations.
Witness a Wells Fargo office in the State Park Historical District of Old Sacramento. Wells Fargo was the company that ran the Pony Express and was a very significant contributor to California's young economy.
Tour the Scribner Bend Vineyards. The Scribner Ranch was started in 1873 and has been operated by 6 generations of the Scribner family. Wine tasting takes place in a renovated barn that dates back to 1918. Call (916) 744-1803 for more information.
Scoot over to Delta Seaplane Tours for an exciting ride over the Sacramento River Delta. Passengers are taught about Sacramento's waterways, habitats and communities, and get a brief opportunity to pilot the plane. The company is located at the Sacramento Executive Airport. Call (877) 378-3597 to arrange an outing.
Take the kids to the Discovery Museum of Sacramento. The mission of the museum is to educate museum visitors about Sacramento by focusing on the subjects of history, science and space. The museum has many educational programs that encourage children to learn more about the world around them.
