California's capital city is often overlooked by tourists seeking out better-known destinations in other corners of the state. Look again: Sacramento offers a range of exciting, educational and historic attractions sure to entertain all. Families will want to see the cheetahs, jaguars and crocodiles at the zoo, while political buffs should head to the State Capitol, which features a park and museum on Californian history, or the Governor's Mansion. Anyone with an interest in trains will enjoy the Railroad Museum's massive collection of antique locomotives. Everyone will enjoy the restaurants and shops of historic Old Sacramento on the city's lovely waterfront.

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