Old Sacramento Underground 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!
- Video: April 11, 2013 on KCRA 3
- Video: November 18, 2012 on Univision
- Video: May 27, 2012 on KCRA 3
- Article: May 27, 2012 in the SFGate
- Article: November, 2011 in the L.A. Times
- Article: August 17, 2011 in the Sacramento Bee
- Article: July 13, 2011 in the Sacramento Bee
- Article: July 7, 2011 in the Sacramento Press
- Photos: July 7, 2011 on News10.net
- Video: July 6, 2011 on CBS13
- Video: July 6, 2011 on Fox40
- Video: July 6, 2011 on KCRA
- Video & Photos: April, 2011 on the Travel Channel
