Old Town Auburn Docent-Led Walking Tour

Free docent-led history walks every Saturday—the quintessential Auburn experience.

This free, docent-led walking tour offers a friendly introduction to the history of Old Town Auburn, guided by trained volunteers from Placer County Museums. Walkers gather at the Historic Courthouse on Maple Street, then head downhill into the historic district as docents share the people, places, and Gold Rush-era stories that shaped Placer County, founded in 1851. The roughly one-hour route covers the courthouse grounds and the old commercial core, with historic photographs bringing each stop to life. It runs rain or shine and welcomes all ages, with no reservation needed for individuals. Visitors book it because it pairs expert local storytelling with one of California's best-preserved Gold Country towns at no cost, making it an easy and memorable first stop for understanding the region.