Weidner's 10 Best City List: Sacramento[/caption] Weidner Apartment Homes is excited to announce a new blog series where we explore some of the best cities to live in the USA! This week, we're highlighting the beautiful state capital of California: Sacramento.
#10 on Weidners Best City List: Sacramento, CA
Lets start off with what makes Sacramento such a great place to call home. Ranking #10 on the Weidner Apartment Homes list and #66 in the U.S. News Best Places to Live, Sacramento is brimming with a history that dates all the way back to the California Gold Rush. The 35th largest city in the United States, the city is named after the Sacramento River, which frames its western border and boasts the largest tree canopy in the U.S.!
Things to Do, See, and Taste in Sacramento
Sacramento residents and tourists alike have plenty of options for entertainment, shopping, and dining. To get a feel for the history of Sacramento, youll want to visit the California State Railroad Museum, located in Old Sacramento and home to The Polar Express. Youll also want to check out the Sacramento History Museum where youll learn more about the Gold Rush days. If you really want a dose of history in action, try Sutters Fort where you can see a reenactment of the Pioneer life. If you're in the mood for non-historic sources of entertainment, Sacramento does not disappoint. For a unique movie theater experience, head to the West Wind Drive-In for a digital outdoor movie in the comfort of your own vehicle! If you're a lover of the theater, you'll love the Sacramento Theatre Company. With two stages that each feature stunning productions year-round, you're sure to find something that suits your taste! If you love to shop, you'll find plenty of places to go in Sacramento. Browse the antiques in Antique Plaza, or head over to Old Sacramento and hit up the Pavilion for some wonderful boutique shopping! Wander through the mall at Arden Fair or Town & Country Village. If you cant find what youre looking for there, just outside the city, youll discover the Folsom Premium Outlets. The city is gaining a reputation as a foodie destination as well. For good-old fashioned Italian, try Biba Restaurant and Lucca Restaurant. For pizza lovers, try Pizza Rock or Giovannis Old World New York Pizza. Rio Café, Cafeteria 15L, and The Kitchen are also foodie favorites in Sacramento. When its time for some R&R in nature, Sacramento boasts 226 parks covering 3,600 acres of land. Thats a lot of exploring! To narrow down those results, try McKinley Park, William Land Park, and American River Parkway, just to name a few. Nature enthusiasts will also appreciate Sacramentos close proximity to Lake Tahoe, a skiing and boating paradise, and only a 2-hour drive up I-80.
Education and Employment in Sacramento
Sacramento is home to Sacramento State University, American River College, and Sacramento City College. UC Davis is also nearby at 16 miles outside the city. Major employers include Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, Intel, and Raleys Grocery chain.
Capitol Tower Apartment Homes in Sacramento, CA
At this point, we know you're excitedly looking for apartments for rent in Sacramento, eager to make this amazing city your home. We've made the process of finding the best apartment easy: look no further than our very own Capitol Towers Apartment Homes! We take great pride in offering our Sacramento residents quality apartment homes at Capitol Towers. Capitol Towers luxury apartments offer pet-friendly studio, one, two, and three bedroom apartments ranging from 509 to 1,519 square feet with upscale amenities designed for comfort, convenience, and style. Located near the 305 and 5 freeways, residents can enjoy easy access to all that Sacramento has to offer. The Sacramento Executive Airport, Raley Field, The Californian Museum, and Cesar Chavez Plaza Park are within minutes of this extraordinary community. Whether you are a single professional who craves the excitement of a large California city, or a family looking for a place to grow and thrive, Sacramento has it all. Were here to welcome you home at The Capitol Towers Apartment Homes: the best in Sacramento apartments! Be on the lookout for more of Weidner's 10 Best Cities features blogs in the next few weeks! -The Weidner Apartment Homes Team