Downtown
Arcata
Popular places to visit
Arcata Plaza
You can learn about the history of Arcata when you stop by Arcata Plaza. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arcata Community Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Arcata Community Forest, a lovely green space in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
You can make plans for a show at Arcata Theatre Lounge on your trip to Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arcata Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at Arcata Playhouse during your stay in Arcata. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Los Bagels
Enjoy an outing to Los Bagels during your stay in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Explore the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt State University during your travels in Arcata. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Private Flying Dress Photography Experience with Rental Included
Top hotels in Downtown
Hotel Arcata
"The place is a period piece and totally charming. However, it was LOUD. Thin walls, street noise (it’s right on the Plaza which we loved by day but not by night), and beds uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Snoozzz Inn
"A bit of sad place. Partially renovated, but the old carpet, tiles and paint make it feel like you are in a cheap motel. We booked the room through Expedia. Upon check in we were told it is customary practice to take $150 security deposit. That's the first one for us. The cameras on the outside of ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"We enjoyed staying in this very historic hotel. It ended being pretty chilly, so a bit more heat would be nice"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
"Good breakfast"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
"The front desk staff were extremely helpful and provided me with free shuttle service to and from the airport. Plus, the service and food at the Blue Fusion Bistro was outstanding!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Bear River Casino Resort
"It was very decent and a good place to stay and play."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Arcata Heights
While Arcata Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Plaza and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Arcata
East Arcata might not have many top sights, but Arcata Community Forest and Arcata Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Samoa Boulevard
If you're spending some time in Samoa Boulevard, Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are top sights worth seeing.
Greenview-Windsong
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greenview-Windsong and surrounding area, you can visit Arcata Plaza and Arcata Playhouse.
Sunset
While Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Plaza and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
California Heights
While California Heights isn't home to many top sights, Arcata Community Forest and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
