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Things to Do in Northern California
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items There is so much to do here in northern California. We have it all--beaches, sunshine, mountains, beautiful scenery, amazing FOOD, and so much more. If you are looking for some things to do while visiting northern California, then this is your list!
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Places to visit for families
FOOD--Sacramento Area
HANDS down the best dumplings and homemade noodles!! I have never disliked ANYTHING Ive ordered here. This is my kids FAVORITE restaurant!
Journey To The Dumpling
Mexican food is my FAVORITE! This restaurant is a Sacramento legend, they have won multiple competitions and you just cant beat the authentic food. Try the Chile verde or the carnitas!
El Novillero Restaurant
Love this wood fired pizza. They have such a simple menu, but everything HITS. The Meatball is to die for. I love how the pizza is light and fresh and you can taste the quality of ingredients.
Masullo
Love their burgers, always fresh and taste delicious! They also have tons of beers on tap to choose from.
Restaurant | Burgers and Brew | United States
Best breakfast in Sac. Their biscuits are INCREDIBLE!
Bacon & Butter
If you are in the mood for Thai, check out this family owned business. Always fresh and delicious!
Thai Chili | Elk Grove, CA | View and Order Online
LOVE this place, I love their creativity and the food is always so flavorful. Love the sauces too! Try the nachos!
Crest Cafe
Places to visit for families
Such a fun place to visit, especially in the fall when apples are in season. There are DOZENS of orchards to visit, all offering a variety of different apples, donuts, caramel apples, pies, APPLE EVERYTHING! It is beautiful scenery, but beware it get...
Apple Hill Growers Association - Open Year Round
Love to visit the lake in the summer when its hot! There are tons of activities like paddleboarding, boating, swimming, walking/hiking trails.. There are tons of different spots around the lake where you can hang out and enjoy the scenery!
Folsom Lake SRA - California State Parks - CA.gov
Need I say more? Yosemite is breathtakingly beautiful, and all they have all the outdoorsy activities you could want!! Summer is the best time to visit, and plan ahead because it gets busy!
Yosemite National Park
Fun science museum for kids
SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity
You can see all the fish at different stages of life before they are released into the wild. You can feed them too! My kids loved this.
Nimbus Fish Hatchery
Lots of cool history, and a must if your kiddo loves trains!
California State Railroad Museum
Love baseball? Check out the RIver Cats! Such a fun experience, and not as expensive as going to a major league game.
Sacramento River Cats
