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Who said original art work has to break the bank? The Sacramento Arts Festival lets you shop works by 225 of America's best artists and craftsmen for great art finds at reasonable prices. Nibble on ethic cuisines and tap your feet to the non-stop jazz music from local-area bands.

Family time is a zoo at the Sacramento Zoo, when you get up close to the wildly inspiring Giraffe Habitat, Tiger Cubs and White-faced Owls. The 14-acre landmark is home to 400 animals and 140 native, rare and endangered species. Catch special events like the Ice Cream Safari and Zoo Parent Picnic. It's a great attraction for family fun.

Pay homage to the first American transcontinental railroad at Sacramento's California State Railroad Museum. Discover vintage railroad locomotives, cars and other equipment. Peek over the counter at the Station Master's ticket office and stand in the waiting area where you'll think you're boarding the next steam horse.

Stroll on the cobbled stone streets of Old Sacramento, the 28-acre National Historic Landmark District and State Historic Park situated at the banks of Sacramento River. The gold rush themed attraction is brimming with activities and distinctive shopping, dining, entertainment and world-renowned museums. You're certain to find gold nuggets at this state attraction.