A plan is underway to boost tourism in Sacramento's North Natomas neighborhood.

Ever since Sleep Train Arena closed in 2016, there hasn't been much reason for out-of-town tourists to visit the area. But a new idea could turn vacant park land into a major new attraction.

Natomas hotel general manager Safal Mengi says he would like to see more attractions built that bring in visitors from out of town.

"There's not much to do around here, not as much as there should be," he said. "There's so much potential for it."

Right now, the aquatic center in North Natomas Regional Park is the community's top attraction.

Lisa Kaplan represents the area on the city council. She's now looking into creating a new tourism marketing district to build and operate more features in the park.

"I think North

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