Listed as a National Historic Landmark District and a State Historic Park, California pays tribute to Sacramento and its place in Gold Rush history. Located alongside the Sacramento River, the 28 acre Old Town remains alive with historical attractions, shops, museums and eateries. With wooden sidewalks, Gold Rush era shops and a 19th century feel, visitors flock to appreciate this section of the city.
   Within walking distance, historic buildings include the 1849 Eagle Theatre, the 1853 B. F. Hastings Building (once housing California Supreme Court) and the 1855 Big Four House. Other historic notes include the western terminus of the Pony Express postal system, the first transcontinental railroad, and the transcontinental telegraph.
   A historic riverboat, the Delta King that once brought in gold seekers from San Francisco, is now a waterfront hotel and dining destination. Moored along Front Street on the Sacramento River, this early 1900s paddlewheeled riverboat invites guests to enjoy its plush interiors and spend the night in one of the remodeled state rooms.

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