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10 Instagram spots around Sacramento
Sacramento mixes riverfront walks, historic façades and leafy public spaces. One viewpoint is across the river in West Sacramento.
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Tower Bridge from Old Sacramento
From the Old Sacramento waterfront, look toward Tower Bridge across the river. Use the water as foreground and leave space around the bridge towers.
Search Google MapsOld Sacramento boardwalks
Old Sacramento has historic storefronts and wooden sidewalks. From the boardwalk, frame a short run of façades and their covered walkways. Check California State Parks permit rules for commercial photography.
Search Google MapsCapitol Park
Trees and gardens surround the California State Capitol. Photograph a tree canopy from an open park path. Construction can affect access, and commercial photography in the state park requires a permit.
Search Google MapsMcKinley Rose Garden
The Frederick N. Evans Rose Garden sits in McKinley Park. From a path, use a few rose blooms as a foreground detail. The garden can be reserved for events, so respect any booked area. Check the city’s rules before a commercial photo shoot.
Search Google MapsWPA Rock Garden
The WPA Rock Garden in William Land Park has winding paths, stone borders and planting. From a path, use a curve of stonework to lead into the greenery. Check the city’s rules before a commercial photo shoot.
Search Google MapsCrocker Art Museum
The Crocker Art Museum combines a Victorian gallery building with a modern addition. From the public sidewalk, contrast a detail of the older building with the newer wing.
Search Google MapsLeland Stanford Mansion
The Victorian Leland Stanford Mansion stands at 8th and N Streets. From the public sidewalk, use a vertical frame for the exterior. Guided visits inside can be interrupted by official events.
Search Google MapsSacramento Historic City Cemetery
The historic city cemetery has walking paths, trees and memorials. Compose a quiet view along a path, respect visitors and services, and check the seasonal opening hours before going.
Search Google MapsCrest Theatre
The Crest Theatre is a historic theatre on K Street. From the sidewalk, make its theatre front the subject and keep the tram tracks and passage clear.
Search Google MapsWest Sacramento River Walk
Across the river in West Sacramento, the River Walk looks back toward Old Sacramento and the downtown skyline. Use the shoreline as a lower edge for a wide city view.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Visit Sacramento: Old Sacramento Waterfront and Tower Bridge
- California State Parks: Old Sacramento State Historic Park
- California State Parks: Filming and Photography Permits
- California State Parks: California State Capitol Museum and Capitol Park
- City of Sacramento: Frederick N. Evans Rose Garden
- City of Sacramento: William Land Regional Park
- City of Sacramento: William Land Park Historic Inventory
- City of Sacramento: Park Use Application
- Visit Sacramento: Crocker Art Museum
- California State Parks: Leland Stanford Mansion
- City of Sacramento: City Cemetery
- Visit Sacramento: Crest Theatre and Tower Bridge
- Visit Sacramento: West Sacramento River Walk
- City of Sacramento: Film and Media Permits