Downtown Elk Grove
Elk Grove is a city in Sacramento County in California.
Get in
By car
Elk Grove is located just east of Interstate 5, approximately 16 miles south of Sacramento. It is also accessible from CA-99 S at a similar distance.
By plane
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 26 miles north.
Get around
Elk Grove has its own public bus line called e-Tran. You can buy passes online, and there are multiple stops around the city.
38°26′18″N 121°22′55″W
Map of Elk GroveSee
- 1 Elk Grove Historical Society, 9941 E Stockton Blvd, ☏ 1 (916) 685-8115, ✉[email protected]. Small museum with some history about Elk Grove that holds events for certain holidays, such as Halloween and Christmas. Good place to take children to.
- 2 Grave of Elitha Cumi Donner Wilder, 8546-8560 Elk Grove Blvd (Directly south of the main road, in the Elk Grove Cosumnes-Cemetery District.). A small historical California landmark in remembrance of the survivor of the Donner Party.
- 3 Site of the First County Free Library Branch in California, 9125 Elk Grove Blvd. Another historical landmark of the state of California.
- 4 Community Rose Garden (In Dick Lichtenburger Park.). If it's on your way, this is a nice garden to stop and relax in. It's inside of a park that also has places to walk.
Do
- 1 Pinot's Palette, 8962 Elk Grove Blvd A, ☏ 1 (916) 895-2627, ✉[email protected]. An art studio chain where you can sign up for classes and paint, along with enjoying alcohol. The bartenders make pretty good recommendations.
- 2 Exit Strategy Games, 9833 Kent St, Elk Grove, ☏ 1 (916) 399-3948, ✉[email protected]. Sun 12-8:30PM, Mon-Thu 5:30-10:30PM, Fri 5:30-11PM, Sat 12-11PM. An escape room; one of two locations, the other in Mammoth Lakes. A good activity for families or for parties.
- 3 Emerald Lakes Golf Course, 10651 E Stockton Blvd,, ☏ 1 (916) 685-4653, ✉[email protected]. Sun 6AM-7PM, Mon-Sat 6AM-8PM. Well-maintained golf course with 9 holes. They also offer lessons.
Buy
- 1 Elk Grove Commons, 9624 Bruceville Rd. Shopping center with your typical range of stores such as a UPS, World Market, and a Kohl's.
- 2 The Red Door Antiques, Vintage & More, 9056 Elk Grove Blvd, ☏ 1 (916) 714-0619, ✉[email protected]. Sun 11AM-4PM, Mon-Sat 11AM-5PM. A small, local store with vintage and antique furniture.
- 3 Gifts From the Heart of Elk Grove, 9685 Elk Grove Florin Rd, ☏ 1 (916) 714-0914. Mon-Sat 10AM-5PM. Locally owned gift shop with educational toys, gifts, and the like.
Eat
- 1 Boulevard Bistro, 8941 Elk Grove Blvd, ☏ 1 (916) 685-2220, ✉[email protected]. Sun 10AM-2PM, Mon-Thu 5-9PM, Fri-Sat 5-10PM. California-inspired dishes and wine in a bungalow built in the early 20th century. It's not a stop-and-go food place but a good choice if you'd like to sit down and eat somewhere more suited for a date night.
- 2 Kotteri Ramen Bar, 9015 Bruceville Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95758, ☏ 1 (916) 509-9193, ✉[email protected]. Sun-Sat 11AM–2:30PM, 5–10PM. Japanese restaurant serving ramen among other things, like squid legs. The broth overall is very good; try ordering the black tonkatsu ramen.
- 3 Journey to the Dumpling, 7419 Laguna Blvd #180, ☏ 1 (916) 509-9556. Mon-Thu 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM, Fri 11AM–3PM, 4–9:30PM, Sat 10AM–3PM, 4–9:30PM, Sun 10AM–3PM, 4–9PM. Chinese restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere that serves alcohol in addition to dumpling soups and noodle dishes with large portions.
- 4 Sarom's Southern Kitchen, 6624 Laguna Blvd Ste 102, ☏ 1 (916) 236-3488. Sat-Sun 7AM-4PM, Mon-Fri 7AM-3PM. Southern comfort food location popular for its sweet potato pie. Offers foods such as ribs, chicken and waffles and grits.
Drink
- 1 Babe's Lounge, 9007 Elk Grove Blvd, ☏ 1 (916) 686-9339. Lounge with a good whiskey selection and bottomless mimosa on Sundays.
- 2 Hay Tone's Hangout, 10413 Franklin Blvd, ☏ 1 (916) 684-2261. Casual dive bar with a pool area and a selection of beers.
Sleep
- 1 Holiday Inn Express, 2460 Maritime Dr, ☏ 1 916 478-4000. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Amenities include complimentary, hot breakfast, fitness center, and outdoor pool and whirlpool.
- 2 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 9175 W. Stockton Blvd, ☏ 1 916 478-9000. Check-in: 4PM, check-out: 11AM. Amenities include complimentary breakfast & wi-fi.
Go next
Sacramento is just 10 minutes away on 5 North or 99 North.
| Routes through Elk Grove |
| Redding ← Sacramento ← | N  S | → Lodi → Los Angeles |
| Red Bluff ← Sacramento ← | N  S | → Lodi → Fresno |