Old Town Sacramento True Crime Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Let's explore the vigilante justice, gambling disputes, horrifying murders and riverfront violence that shaped Gold Rush Sacramento. As the town exploded from a frontier outpost to a modern city, it attracted miners, gamblers, drifters, fortune-seekers- and many of them were up to no good. Sacramento quickly developed a reputation for theft, gambling scams, and armed robberies and during our time together we'll visit the places where some of the most notorious acts of violence took place.

We'll also discuss the disastrous fires and floods that repeatedly destroyed early Sacramento, (reportedly leaving one former Mayor to travel to his inauguration by boat!) and visit a couple of the only buildings that survived this era. We'll also learn about the violent riots and public executions that took place nearby. Vigilance committees were often formed in early Sacramento, because many residents believed courts moved too slowly. Yet vigilance groups often became dangerous themselves....

What's Included

Guided tour with local
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet on the left side of Tower Bridge (facing the bridge with your back to the hotel) behind the Embassy Suites on the Sacramento River walking trail.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Sacramento Waterfront

    Explore the Sacramento River as an escape route and a dumping ground.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Sacramento Theatre Company

    The first theatre built in California

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Tower Bridge (Pass by)

    Iconic Old Town Bridge

    Admission ticket free
  • Old Chinatown Square (Pass by)

    Sacramento's Chinatown

    Admission ticket free
  • Golden 1 Center (Pass by)

    Entertainment venue centrally located

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Cesar Chavez Park

    Historic gathering place

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Native Experience

Tags

Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Crime Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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