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San Diego GoCar Tour: Explore Balboa Park and Downtown
4.6
67 Ratings
San Diego
Experience the best of Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park on a thrilling GoCar tour. Explore iconic landmarks, discover hidden gems, and indulge in delicious food along the way.
Experience the best of Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park on a thrilling GoCar tour. Explore iconic landmarks, discover hidden gems, and indulge in delicious food along the way.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Little Italy - Begin your journey in the historic Little Italy, a vibrant area that has transformed from an Italian community into a thriving hub for business and the arts.
- Maritime Museum of San Diego - Ranked among the top three maritime museums globally, the Maritime Museum of San Diego offers a rich array of exhibits. Be sure to explore…
- Little Italy - Begin your journey in the historic Little Italy, a vibrant area that has transformed from an Italian community into a thriving hub for business and the arts.
- Maritime Museum of San Diego - Ranked among the top three maritime museums globally, the Maritime Museum of San Diego offers a rich array of exhibits. Be sure to explore the Star of India, a ship built in 1863 that still sails today!
- USS Midway Museum - Pass by the USS Midway during your GoCar Tour. This former aircraft carrier, now a museum, features over 60 exhibits, including the flight deck, galley, and engine room. It was the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century.
- Seaport Village - As you approach the coast, Seaport Village is a must-see. This charming area boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, and experiences. It is open daily from 10 am to 9 pm (hours may vary).
- Petco Park - Petco Park, the home of the San Diego Padres, is a prominent sports venue along the bayfront. Behind-the-scenes tours are available for purchase.
- Balboa Park - Drive through Balboa Park, a breathtaking 1,200-acre park in the heart of San Diego. It features numerous attractions, including the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, the Air & Space Museum, and The Museum of Art.
- San Diego Zoo - Pass by the San Diego Zoo, renowned worldwide and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals.
- Gaslamp Quarter - Venture into the Gaslamp Quarter, once San Diego’s red-light district, now transformed into a vibrant social scene.
What's Included
- Map
- Tank of gas
- Rental of GPS touring car
- Rider orientation
- 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling
- Helmets
- Map
- Tank of gas
- Rental of GPS touring car
- Rider orientation
- 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling
- Helmets
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
This tour is perfect for both the young and the young at heart! Navigate your GoCar to San Diego’s iconic locations such as Balboa Park, Downtown, and the Embarcadero - the city’s waterfront area. At Balboa Park, admire the Spanish Renaissance architecture or explore one of the numerous museums. Proceed to Downtown San Diego to visit the historic…
This tour is perfect for both the young and the young at heart! Navigate your GoCar to San Diego’s iconic locations such as Balboa Park, Downtown, and the Embarcadero - the city’s waterfront area. At Balboa Park, admire the Spanish Renaissance architecture or explore one of the numerous museums. Proceed to Downtown San Diego to visit the historic Maritime Museum and the USS Midway. A GoCar offers the most enjoyable way to discover these varied areas, allowing you to travel at your own pace with GPS guidance and engaging commentary throughout the journey!
- Driver’s License Required and be 21+ to Drive
- Optional Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is available upon request at check-in and costs approximately $19
Location
3918 Mason St
Mason Street
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(67 Ratings)
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Jenniferc1969
Feb 25, 2026
Super fun way to see the city! - We had an amazing time cruising around San Diego in the buggy! It was easy to drive, and the GPS directions made it simple to follow while learning cool facts along the way. We loved exploring at our own pace and seeing so many areas in just a couple hours. The staff was friendly and got us set up quickly. Definitely recommend if you want a fun and different experience!
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Martinec39
Feb 8, 2026
Great Experience Touring San Diego - We had such a great time! We enjoyed the sightseeing, learned a lot of history, and laughed a lot! I would highly recommend this as a great activity and way to see the beautiful city of San Diego. It would be even more fun with a group.
Marlon greeted us when we arrived, and he was very friendly and helpful.
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140vidam
Dec 3, 2025
Team Offsite - From inquiry to special accommodations requested, the staff was very responsive, accommodating, and helpful. They went above and beyond, were extremely professional. The whole executive team had a fantastic time.
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Doclocke4749
Dec 1, 2025
Great experience on 2 -hour go car tour - We had soooooo much fun! The gps was very good and always told us ahead what to expect next. Very clear instructions! It was a great way to see the area and learn some info and history! Would definitely recommend
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Passport89926
Nov 29, 2025
Best excursion while visiting San Diego - We had 3 couples go on this excursion together while in San Diego. The GPS navigation made it so simple to follow the planned route through San Diego and Balboa Park. We would highly recommend this adventure to anyone wanting to explore the city in a fun and exciting way. The associates who checked us in/out were very knowledgeable and friendly and made sure we fully understood how to operate the go car and navigation system before we took off. Great trip!
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693mariaisabelp
Nov 23, 2025
Recommend!!! - I was not sure what to expect but the service and the self guided tour was great! Wish we had more time to enjoy it but overall worth the time and cost. You get to learn and see areas of San Diego that you may have missed.
Overall Great experience
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H9907sdmichaela
Nov 9, 2025
Highly Recommend - Amazing experience. I could not recommend more. The whole family didnt want it to end even after two hours. One of those experiences I would have done if the price was double.
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L488bejosev
Nov 8, 2025
Fun!!! - Soo much fun. Great way to see the city! Had a little car trouble but the staff was on it and helped us get on our way quick. Must try!
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Dave_e
Nov 3, 2025
Good staff - Fun way to get around the city
Operator gave good tutorial of the vehicle. We enjoyed it very much..
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S7996ytjoev
Aug 28, 2025
Feeling like a kid again - Had a great time driving around San Diego in the little three wheeler. The staff was very professional and polite. The GoCart worked great with no issues. It made my wife and I feel like kids riding around in a little car in a big city. I can't wait to do it again. I highly recommend taking this tour. My only regret was not taking a longer tour.
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