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Ride around Old Sacramento like royalty on a horse-drawn carriage ride from the Top Hand Ranch. Regal coachmen escort sweethearts around the city to see historic Old Sacramento, gaze upon the Sacramento River and discover the steps of the front door to the State Capitol. Is there a more romantic way to see the city?

It's a scientific playground at Sacramento's Powerhouse Science Center. Interactive experiences put kids right into an Archaeology Dig to discover fossils and dinosaurs, a space adventure at Space Quest is complete with wearing an astronaut suit and flying a space ship and into a galaxy of stars far, far away at the Planetarium. There's something to do and see for the whole family at this educational attraction.

So you think you're a rock star? Let your light shine at Blue Cue on a karaoke night. Located in midtown Sacramento, this restaurant and billiards bar offers tons of fun on the city's nightlife scene. Treat your friends to delicious appetizers, burgers, pizzas and cold beer. Check out bands like Mojo Child pay tribute to Jim Morrison and the Doors.

Spend some time outdoors and enjoy a nature walk at Effie Yeaw Nature Center located where the Sacramento and American rivers meet. You'll want to bring your binoculars, camera or artist pad to capture the "watchable wildlife" in the area, including wild turkeys, wild birds, deer and snakes. You're sure to appreciate nature even more at this award-winning, 77-acre environmental and cultural education center.