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Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour

Sacramento, California

From US$10 per person

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2.8 / 5 from 4 reviews on Viator

Group size
Up to 15
Language
English
Rating on Viator
2.8 / 5 · 4 reviews

About this tour

Discover the history of Old Sacramento, the Gold Rush, the Union Pacific Railroad, and the ghosts that now linger.

Why take this to

  • Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires.
  • Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready.
  • Listen again after taking it in person.
  • Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmophere.
  • 10's of 100's take our tours around the USA, and love them.

You see, Sacramento is a beautiful city with an amazing story. But like all good stories, there needs to be some adventure. And what's more adventurous than the gold rush, floods, fires, underground tunnels and murder?

On our tour I’ll share with you the history of Old Sacramento including it’s railroad history, underground tunnels, gold rush days, skid row times, how Stanford was established, River boat rides and much more. And at each stop, you’ll also hear the tales of those that are said to still linger here.

Accessibility, as stated by the supplier

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
  • Stroller accessible

Meeting point: The tour starts outside of the River City Saloon in Old Sacramento and hear the story of how it was a brothel, and it's centuries old stories.

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Itinerary

View itinerary · 10 stops
  1. 1

    The tour starts at the haunted saloon, you'll hear about the founding of Sacramento, and the ghost that reside here.(10 min)

  2. 2

    The tour stops at the Big Four Building where you'll learn the history of the Union Pacific Railroad, it's founders, and hear about the ghost of Stanford and how the ghost of his son helped establish Stanford University.(pass by)

  3. 3

    The tour stops outside of the Sacramento History Museum where you'll hear about the haunted underground tunnels and the ghosts of the museum.(pass by)

  4. 4

    The tour stops outside the historic Eagle Theater and you'll hear how it got it's start, and the ghosts that reside there now.(pass by)

  5. 5

    The tour walks along the boardwalk and the river to the River King where it stops outside and tells the story of the Delta King and the ghosts that are now aboard.(10 min)

  6. 6

    The tour stops outside of the Lady Adams building, the oldest in Sacramento, where you'll hear bout the ship the Lady Adams, how it was used to build the building and the ghosts that walk there now.(10 min)

  7. 7

    Old Pioneer Park, you'll learn the history of the Park and why it's sunken and avoided by the locals.(5 min)

  8. 8

    Learn the story of the Gold Rush and how it all began (It's sneakier than you think!).(5 min)

  9. 9

    One of the most important in Sacramento history, you'll hear how the building shaped the city and the spirits that walk there now.(pass by)

  10. 10

    Fanny saved the city, and also provided it with plenty of extra's. Learn the history of the ship and bar, and why the Cannon is on top. You might even see Fanny! It's also a great spot for a drink and food.(10 min)

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Included

  • Self Guided Smart Phone App Walking Tour
  • Go at your own pace and schedule
  • See and Learn Sacramento's historic sites and learn about it's history.

Not included

  • No food, water, entrance ticket or 'human' guide. This is an app and all outside.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Location & contact

Area
Sacramento, California
Meeting point
The tour starts outside of the River City Saloon in Old Sacramento and hear the story of how it was a brothel, and it's centuries old stories
Contact
The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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