Elks Tower, Sacramento

Name: Elks Tower
Address: 921 11th St, Sacramento, CA 95814-2845, Sacramento, United States

#42 among attractions in Sacramento

Neo-renaissance architecture, Tower

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Elks Tower is a building located in Sacramento, California, built in the style of the Italian Renaissance. It stands fourteen stories tall and is home to a transmitter for the KZAP free-form radio station. At the time of its construction, it not only was a home for the Elks, it also had approximately 100 hotel rooms, and a storefront. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the group which commissioned the building is a fraternal order founded in 1868. ()

Built: 1926 (98 years ago)Coordinates: 38°34'49"N, 121°29'31"W

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921 11th St, Sacramento, CA 95814-2845Central Sacramento (Downtown Sacramento)Sacramento United States

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Day trips

Elks Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Downtown Commons, California State Capitol Museum, California State Capitol, Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.

0.5 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Downtown Commons, Sacramento
13 min walk • Downtown Commons, formerly known as Sacramento Downtown Plaza, Westfield Downtown Plaza and Downtown Plaza, is a two-level outdoor mixed-use entertainment and shopping complex operated by JMA Ventures, LLC, located along the alignment of K Street in downtown Sacramento, California, near the State Capitol building.
~1530 ftS
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
California State Capitol Museum, Sacramento
8 min walk • The California State Capitol Museum, set in the heart of Sacramento, is not only the seat of the government for the state of California but also a vibrant historical landmark. This grand edifice, nestled within a park-like setting, offers a unique blend of rich...
~1380 ftS
The state's history in exhibits
California State Capitol, Sacramento
7 min walk • The California State Capitol is a beacon of political history and architectural grandeur in the heart of Sacramento. This historic edifice not only serves as the seat of the California government but also houses a museum that offers a deep dive into the state's...
~440 ftS
Ornate church with tours and a gift shop
Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Sacramento
3 min walk • Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Sacramento is a cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. As the mother church, it is the seat of Jaime Soto, the ordinary bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento.
0.4 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Civic center
Golden 1 Center, Sacramento
12 min walk • Golden 1 Center is an indoor arena, located in downtown Sacramento, California, United States. It sits partially on the site of the former Downtown Plaza shopping center.
1.1 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Sutter Health Park, Sacramento
29 min walk • Sutter Health Park is the home ballpark of the Sacramento River Cats Minor League Baseball team, which is a member of the Pacific Coast League.
0.5 miSW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The California Museum, Sacramento
12 min walk • The California Museum is the state history museum of California, located in its capital city of Sacramento. It is dedicated to Californian history and the stories of California. The museum is home to the California Hall of Fame and has more than 20,000 square feet of exhibits, event facilities, and museological archives.
0.4 miSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park, Sacramento
11 min walk • The Leland Stanford Mansion, often known simply as the Stanford Mansion, is a historic mansion and California State Park in Sacramento, California, which serves as the official reception center for the Californian government and as one of the official workplaces of the Governor of California.
~430 ftSW
Nightlife, Cinema
Crest Theatre, Sacramento
3 min walk • The Crest Theatre is a historic theatre located in downtown Sacramento, California.
~820 ftN
City hall
Sacramento City Hall, Sacramento
4 min walk • Sacramento City Hall is a five-story, 267,000-square-foot building that combines modern and historic structures in Sacramento, California. The building can house up to 730 staff members. Prominent local architect Rudolph A. Herold designed the building in 1908. Completed in 1909, the building is located at 915 I Street.
0.8 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Thistle Dew Dessert Theatre, Sacramento
21 min walk • Thistle Dew Dessert Theatre, founded in 1996, is community theater in Sacramento, California that claims to be the only American theater serving dessert with its theatrical productions. The theatre was established by playwright Thomas Kelly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Elks Tower?

Nearby attractions include Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Sacramento (3 min walk), Cesar E. Chavez Plaza, Sacramento (4 min walk), William Coleman Memorial Fountain, Sacramento (4 min walk), Sacramento City Hall, Sacramento (4 min walk).

How to get to Elks Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elks Tower:

Bus

J St & 11th St • Lines: 70, 99, Md (1 min walk)
15th St & K St • Lines: 70, 99, Md (9 min walk)

Light rail

Cathedral Square • Lines: Blue (3 min walk)
12th & I • Lines: Blue (4 min walk)

Train

Cathedral Square (3 min walk)
St. Rose of Lima Park (5 min walk)