Smart Meetings

Were it not for this valley, California would not be the agricultural powerhouse that it is. Because of the huge agricultural industry, significant cities have cropped up in the heart of the valley, such as Fresno, Bakersfield and Redding. By far the largest of the valley cities is California’s capital, Sacramento.

The city was not founded for harvesting produce, however, but rather gold, during the historic Gold Rush more than 150 years ago. Today it is the center of politics, and planners can take advantage of a great convention center, dozens of meetings hotels and a rich history that has been well-preserved. Much of this history, in addition to some excellent new restaurants, can be found within walking distance of the centrally located Sacramento Convention Center, with 384,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Primary meeting hotels adjacent to the convention center include the Hyatt Regency Sacramento and the Sheraton Grand Sacramento, each with 503 guest rooms. Beyond hotels, Sacramento is also home to a few excellent alternative meeting venues, such as the California State Railroad Museum and the Aerospace Museum of California. Back to Top

Getting There

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Not To Be Missed

The Valley

• Sacramento’s California State Railroad Museum
• A walk through the State Capitol

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