Sacramento, the capital city of The Golden State, is the place to visit if history, outdoor recreation, and entertainment are on your list of things to do. One of the first stops you should make is the Old Sacramento Historic District. Here you'll find more than 100 boutique shops offering souvenirs, art, jewelry and more. The retail shops are located along a boardwalk that runs beside Gold Rush-era buildings. Other sites that shouldn't be missed in this city include the Sacramento Zoo, featuring more than 400 exotic animals and a selection of endangered or threatened species, and the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. Outdoor activities abound in Sacramento and the surrounding area. If bicycling is your thing, then enjoy the 23-mile Jedediah Smith Memorial Bicycle Trail. The route takes you from Old Sacramento to Beal's Point at Folsom Lake. The scenic trail is also popular with hikers, equestrians, bird watchers, anglers, and others who love the great outdoors. Access to rivers and the Delta mean plenty of water activities here. Discovery Park offers a six-lane launching area for small craft along the American River. The site includes barbecues, picnic tables, and more. Or how about taking a Delta cruise to San Francisco? Speaking of water activities, you might want to enjoy one of the popular houseboats that are available here. The State Capitol is in Sacramento. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the beautiful domed architecture, as well as the historic legislative building. The Governor's Mansion State Historic Park is also in Sacramento.