Overview
Are you looking for a way to discover Old Sacramento's Historic District and Waterfront without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.
• Find out how Sacramento was finally saved from yearly floods by raising the town 22 feet in the 1860s
• Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse a local who's created over 20 VoiceMap tours under her belt
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the Voice Map app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, pop in your headphones, and just tap start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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- Mobile ticket
What's included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Food/Drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Delta King Hotel.
Good to know
VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
What to expect
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Old Sacramento
On this leisurely walking tour through Old Sacramento’s Historic District and Waterfront, I’ll paint a picture of what it was like for those early pioneers who were drawn to the city during the Gold Rush era.
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Tower Bridge
Our tour starts at Tower Bridge. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass.
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Theodore Judah Monument
On this tour, you'll take in Pioneer Square, the Pony Express Statue and the monument to Theodore Judah, the Central Pacific Railroad’s first Chief Engineer.
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The Firehouse Restaurant
Named a California Historical Landmark in 1965, the suburb features over 50 restored historical buildings dating to the second half of the 1850s. Our tour starts at Tower Bridge. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass, including the Firehouse Restaurant, Orleans Hotel, and What Cheer House, a former hotel and historical landmark.
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Lady Adams Building (California Historical Landmark No. 603)
Pass by the Lady Adams Building and learn its history while you walk.
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What Cheer House
Named a California Historical Landmark in 1965, the suburb features over 50 restored historical buildings dating to the second half of the 1850s. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks, I’ll share stories about the buildings you pass, including What Cheer House, a former hotel and historical landmark.
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Pony Express Statue
You’ll also hear about California’s early history, and how it took 25 days via steamboat to get mail from the East Coast to California on the West Coast before the Pony Express was established in 1860.
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Pioneer Square
Take in Pioneer Square, the Pony Express Statue and the monument to Theodore Judah, the Central Pacific Railroad’s first Chief Engineer.
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California State Railroad Museum
On this tour, you'll have an opportunity to visit the California State Railroad Museum and Sacramento History Museum after learning about them.
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Big Four Building
You'll stroll down I Street and past the Big Four Building as well as down Front Street where you can sample the menu at any one of the charming bars or restaurants along the Old Sacramento Waterfront
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Sacramento History Museum
On this tour, you'll have an opportunity to visit the California State Railroad Museum and Sacramento History Museum after learning about them.
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Central Pacific Railroad Passenger Station
You'll hear about Chinese migrants’ courage during the building of the Central Pacific Railroad.
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Delta King Hotel
The tour ends by the Delta King paddlewheeler where you'll learn its fascinating history.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Please Note:
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Old Sacramento: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Can I cancel Old Sacramento: A Self-Guided Audio Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min–2 hours.
What's included?
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
What's not included?
- Food/Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
Which places does it visit?
It visits Old Sacramento, Tower Bridge, Theodore Judah Monument, The Firehouse Restaurant, Lady Adams Building (California Historical Landmark No. 603), What Cheer House, Pony Express Statue, Pioneer Square.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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