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

2.8 (4 reviews) Sacramento, USA
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Duration55m - 1h 5m
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

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

What to expect

  1. River City Saloon
    10m
    The tour starts at the haunted saloon, you'll hear about the founding of Sacramento, and the ghost that reside here.
  2. Pass by
    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.
  3. Sacramento History Museum
    Pass by
    The tour stops outside of the Sacramento History Museum where you'll hear about the haunted underground tunnels and the ghosts of the museum.
  4. Pass by
    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.
  5. 10m
    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.
  6. 10m
    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.
  7. 5m
    Old Pioneer Park, you'll learn the history of the Park and why it's sunken and avoided by the locals.
  8. 5m
    Learn the story of the Gold Rush and how it all began (It's sneakier than you think!).
  9. Pass by
    One of the most important in Sacramento history, you'll hear how the building shaped the city and the spirits that walk there now.
  10. 10m
    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.

Meeting and pickup

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.

End point

The tour ends at Fanny Anne's a local bar with a long history. You'll learn why the cannon's on top, the ghosts inside and after the tour feel free to stop for a meal or drink!

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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