Find parking near Old Sacramento

Located along the Sacramento River on the western edge of downtown Sacramento, California, Old Sacramento is a compact historic waterfront district filled with Gold Rush–era storefronts, wooden boardwalks, and cobblestone streets. Visitors come for the California State Railroad Museum, riverboat hotels and cruises, family attractions, and lively restaurants and shops, which keeps traffic steady on I‑5 and the surrounding surface streets and can make nearby garages and lots very busy during peak times.

Parking in Old Sacramento centers on a few high-demand city garages and surface lots close to the waterfront, along with limited metered street parking designed mainly for short visits, so spaces near Front Street, 2nd Street, and the main museum blocks are often the toughest to find. Planning ahead by reserving a spot in a nearby garage or lot can save time, reduce circling in traffic, and make it easier to enjoy the district on foot, whether you are sightseeing or heading to a meeting downtown. Always review current regulations, posted signs, time limits, and official city guidance before you arrive so your visit runs smoothly and you avoid tickets or unexpected restrictions.