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Great Way to See Balboa Park
Jessie is a great guide. Personable & friendly. The scooters were practically brand new and easy to ride. We saw the gardens and many museums and fountains in the park. Absolutely beautiful!
Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $75 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 76 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We will meet in a small parking lot directly off Balboa Drive. There is no exact address, use the GPS links below to navigate. When you arrive, look for my gray Mazda CX-9 with cargo box on the hitch.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Diego
Description
Join me on a journey through one of San Diego's most iconic places. Since this park is large, we will be touring the major sites with the wind in our hair on electric scooters. No walking required ;) The first stop will be the beautiful botanical building and lily pond where we will pause for some pictures. Next, we will briefly cruise to the entrance to the San Diego Zoo before heading to the Spanish Village Arts Center. We will then scoot to the Morton Bay Fig Tree. It's then time to ride down the iconic El Prado passing fountains & museums along the way. After a quick stop, we will head past the International cottages on our way to the air and space museum. We will wrap up at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion before heading back to where we started. Photos of your adventure are included! If you want to see Balboa park in an efficient & unique way with a local guide, then this is the tour for you! (Tips are not required but are always appreciated :)
Tour Options
Itinerary
Join a guide as we travel on electric scooters throughout this massive and iconic San Diego Park seeing its beauty and learning about its history along the way. Pictures of you and your group in the most impressive spots around the park will be included.
We will ride over this historic 1850's bridge as we enter the park
We will stop at one of the most iconic locations in the park for pictures
We will stop for a bit for pictures at the iconic Bea Evenson fountain before you get a chance to explore the rose and cactus gardens on foot.
ride through the colorful arts district of the park looking though some artist studios along the way
We will see the unique international cottages along the ride. Each cottage representing a different country and region of the world
Cruise around a host of museums including the air and space museum stopping for pictures outside under the planes
We will stop by this iconic massive pipe organ and venue, one of the biggest in the country
We will be stopping at the overlook of the beautiful Japanese friendship garden. Note, we will not be going inside
We will stop for pictures at this historic San Diego landmark
Check San Diego's exact replica of Shakespears's old globe theater. Note, we will not be going inside
Highlights
Backpack
Pictures in multiple locations
Electric Scooter
Helmet
What's included
Included
Backpack
Pictures in multiple locations
Electric Scooter
Helmet
Not included
Drinks and sunscreen which we recommend you bring
Traveller Ratings
5.0
76 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with current of past injuries that might be aggravated by hoping on and off scooters
- Not Recommended for people who cannot ride a bicycle
Frequently asked questions
How long does Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures take?
Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures cost?
Prices start at $75 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet in a small parking lot directly off Balboa Drive. There is no exact address, use the GPS links below to navigate. When you arrive, look for my gray Mazda CX-9 with cargo box on the hitch. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 76 verified reviews; it is run by San Diego Onewheel | E-Scooter Rentals & Tours. Most-mentioned highlights: Backpack; Pictures in multiple locations; Electric Scooter.
Reviews(76)
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Fun park adventure
Perfect way to get an overview of the park. The scooters are fun and Jesse is a great guide. Highly recommended to get a sense of what to do in the park. My teenagers loved it!
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Awesome time
This tour is so much fun.My guide was awesome.It was just a wonderful trip. It contains beautiful sights of the city.And information about the history along the way. I've done this tour multiple times and I keep coming back cos.It's so great.
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Scooter time with my teen!
In town for a short visit with my teenage son. This was a great way to see Balboa park and have fun while doing it! Jesse was a great guide! Able to get great pics too!
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Fun Tour of Balboa Park
We have done the scooter tours both on Coronado Island and in Balboa Park. The are fun, informative, and family friendly. You do not need substantial experience with the scooters as they are very easy to ride. This is a great thing to do when visiting San Diego.
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Exceptional activity
A beautiful experience with the electric scooter, which allowed us to visit Balboa Park completely with excellent comments from the guide. And he even takes pictures of us for our memories.
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Best way to visit Balboa… Zoom Zoom!
Amazing experience with Jesse. He was incredibly patient as we became familiar with the scooters. It was very informative and especially nice to have some pictures as a memory of our day together I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the San Diego area. It was absolutely beautiful.
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It was wonderful! I was...
It was wonderful! I was nervous about the scooter, but it was easy and the guide adjusted to my comfort level. Saw a lot of things in a shorter amount of time than walking.
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Balboa Park
Had a great tour of balboa park with Jesse. He was a knowledgeable tour guide and allowed several opportunities to stop for walking the different areas of the park and take pictures. It’s a great way to learn your way around. It ended up being just my husband and me in the tour, so it allowed for a more personalized experience.
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You’ll love it.
We had great communication guiding us to the meeting point. My wife was nervous about operating the scooters but after a quick lesson and a few minutes of practice she was off to the races. I enjoyed the quick pace between points of interest. With just enough time to take pictures and a quick look around and we were off to the next cool hing to see. Jesse provided excellent historical insights at each stop. We were deciding between the zoo and something different and both my wife and I agreed that this was the perfect excursion for us. Go for it. We think you’ll have a great time!
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