Old Sacramento Underground Tours

Undergound Tours

About the Tours

Hidden beneath the city for nearly 150 years, Old Sacramento’s underground has long been the capital’s best-kept secret. Today, you can join thousands of residents and visitors in uncovering the facts behind the legends that lie below our buildings and sidewalks. Explore excavated foundations and enclosed pathways while your tour guide recounts the tales of devastation, perseverance, and determination that led to California’s only successful street-raising project.

These hour-long guided walking tours check in at the Sacramento History Museum before descending below several historic Old Sacramento buildings. Be prepared to walk in areas with uneven surfaces and low ceilings and get ready to learn and have fun all along the way!

Availability/Schedule

The 2013 season of Underground Tours began on March 23 and will continue into the fall. Please check back regularly for updated schedules.

Dates	Days & Times
May 10 to June 14, 2013	Friday: 1:00PM, 2:30PM, 4:00PM Saturday & Sunday: 10:30AM - 3:00PM, departing every half hour
June 17 to September 2, 2013	Monday - Wednesday: 11:00AM, 12:30PM, 2:00PM Thursday - Sunday: 10:30AM - 3:00PM, departing every half hour

Adult Evening Tours

Special adult-only evening tours will take place Thursday and Friday evenings throughout the summer at 6:00PM. These Underground Tours are filled with even more tales of early Sacramento’s “colorful” residents. Featuring courtesans, crime, and more, these 1.5 hour walking tours contain adult themes. No guests under age 21 allowed. The tours will end at River City Saloon where guests receive a free Sarsaparilla and a shot of whiskey or draft for $2.00

Tickets

Tickets may be purchased online, in person at the Sacramento History Museum, or over the phone by calling (916) 808-7059. These tours are often filled to capacity, so be sure to purchase tickets in advance to guarantee your spot. Ticket prices are as follows:

Adults: $15 (Adult Evening Tours are $20)
Youth (6-17): $10
Children (5 & Under): Free but not recommended. The tour content is best understood by children over age 6.
Adult Members: $12

HOSF members can purchase up to five adult tickets at the discounted rate. Children 5 and under will not receive audio headsets or receivers. Please note that all ticket sales are final and that neither refunds nor exchanges are available. Tours will run rain or shine.

NEW! Special pricing for bus tour groups. Download the flyer (pdf) for more information.

Checking In

All tours check in at the Sacramento History Museum, located at 101 I Street in Old Sacramento. Please plan on arriving at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour, as tours depart the museum precisely on time.

Sneak Peeks and Media Links

Our tours have been featured in magazines, newspapers, television programs and news segments. Check out the links below to get a taste of the Old Sacramento Underground experience!

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