Moving from Austin, TX, to Sacramento, CA

Rich experiences await in California’s Gold Rush cradle

Gold nuggets were discovered in the Sacramento Valley in 1848, sparking the California Gold Rush. This bit of history is just one of many treasures waiting to be unearthed when you settle into the state’s capital city. If you’re planning a move from Austin, TX — another capital city — read on for a taste of what to expect and learn about an easy and affordable long-distance moving option.

Sacramento: Mother Nature’s playground

Much like Austin, Sacramento has a mild climate year-round. There have only been three recorded events of significant snowfall since 1900! That means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore this unique and beautiful area.

Sacramento’s location near the Sierra Nevada foothills and close to Lake Tahoe provides a perfect backdrop for hiking, biking, water sports and skiing. One of the more popular recreational attractions is the American River Parkway, a 32-mile-long urban park. And if you’re craving some ocean time, Sacramento is less than 100 miles from Ocean Beach and Muir Beach in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Did you know? Sacramento is known as the City of Trees because it’s believed to have the most trees per capita of any other city in the world. This canopy provides shade during the hot summer months and can lower ground temperatures by more than 30 degrees on some days!

Capital investments: 4 activities unique to Sacramento

Sacramento (population 533,000) is about half the size of Austin, but there’s no shortage of cool things to do. Here are four Sacramento-specific outings you won’t want to miss:

Farm-to-fork dining

Thanks to the region’s rich agriculture production, Sacramento is one of the nation’s leaders in locally sourced food. You can enjoy offerings at local restaurants and over 40 farmers’ markets throughout the city. For an intense dive into Sacramento’s culinary culture, check out the annual Farm-to-Fork Festival, which features one of the hottest tickets in town, the Tower Bridge Dinner.

California State Capitol

Take a free guided or self-guided tour and learn about California’s political history, and even watch legislative sessions when they’re in session. The building —constructed in 1869 and resembles the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. — also contains a museum and sits next to a 40-acre park.

Old Sacramento State Historic Park

Be transported back to the Gold Rush era of the 1850s with attractions like the California State Railroad Museum. You can also ride along the Sacramento River on a historic train.

Crocker Art Museum

The oldest continuously operating art museum in the West is widely known for its collection of California art, European masterpieces, and Asian works.

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