Old Town Auburn: A place you want to hang out

Hey there, Sierra Foothills fans! Your friends here at Sierra Foothills Vibes can’t wait to show you around one of our coolest spots – Old Town Auburn. This place is a literal time capsule from the Gold Rush days, and it’s got a perfect mix of historical charm and today’s kick-back-and-chill kind of lifestyle.

Wandering around Old Town Auburn is like stepping into a time machine back to California’s thrilling Gold Rush era. These awesome brick buildings have been around since forever, and the star of the show is the Old Town Auburn Courthouse. This bad boy has been standing tall since 1898 and still doubles as the city’s offices and the super interesting Placer County Historical Museum.

(Placer County Historical Museum)
But don’t get fooled by the history, Old Town Auburn is bursting with life today! Those old-school buildings are now home to a whole bunch of super cool local stores and boutiques. They’ve got everything, from antiques to artsy crafts, showcased at cool spots like the Auburn Old Town Gallery.
(Auburn Old Town Gallery)

Now, let’s talk food and drink. Old Town Auburn is a foodie paradise! Start your food adventure at Tap N Vine, these guys are all about craft beers and yummy local dishes. they a great bar area and outdoor patio that looks out at the Placer County Historic Courthouse.  If you’re a beer fan, you’ve got to visit the Auburn Alehouse.
( Auburn Alehouse)
They’ve got some seriously good award-winning beers and they brew on site. You will love what they did with their historic building.  Coffee lover? The Pour Choice is the spot for you if you want to sit on a patio and over look the historic Old Town area. They also have great eats and large selection of local beers on tap with several lovely spaces to hang out. If you’re more into classic American grub, hit up the Club Car Restaurant. They have live bands on the weekends and it’s a great date night. Feeling a little adventurous?

Ninja Sushi’s got some crazy good inventive rolls. Also, don’t skip the uber-cool patio at The Public Station – trust us, it’s worth it! They have 20 plus beers on tap and their food is so yummy. If you want a place that just does burger and they do them well, don’t miss Local Heroes next to the State Theatre. The burgers and fries ill not disappoint!

Ready for some outdoor fun? Sierra Foothills has got you covered. Hit up the trails at Hidden Falls Regional Park and soak in all that awesome natural beauty.

Old Town Auburn is where history comes alive, and the cool thing is, we’re living it every day. The past meets the present here, creating a chill, fun lifestyle. If you’re digging the Sierra Foothills vibes and want to explore more, [subscribe to our weekly magazine] Come join us as we celebrate all the awesomeness that’s packed into our little corner of the world. Welcome to the Sierra Foothills lifestyle!