Capital Region

Sacramento is a city rich in California history, known for its relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Its mild climate, rivers and nearby recreation areas make it popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Residents also enjoy all the benefits of an urban California lifestyle – art galleries, museums, theater, great restaurants and shopping – yet Sacramento is one of the most affordable big cities in California.

Sacramento is also the seat of government for the largest state in the nation. It is part of a Capital Region with 2 million people in the heart of Northern California, one of the country’s most beautiful areas. Within easy driving distance are San Francisco, the Napa and Sonoma valleys, the historic gold country and the Tahoe region’s ski slopes.

Sacramento hosts the world’s largest traditional jazz festival each Memorial Day weekend. The city’s popular attractions include the State Capitol, the State Railroad Museum, the Golden State Museum and the Crocker Art Museum. The area is also home to two professional basketball teams, the NBA’s Kings and the WNBA’s Monarchs, as well as AAA baseball’s Rivercats.