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Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- San Diego, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- GoCar Tours San Diego
Description
1 HR free. Early Bird Special. Let GoCar take you off the beaten path through many of San Diego’s iconic parks like the Balboa Park and Petco Park on the way to Hillcrest and back. Snap some amazing photos along the Pacific Ocean and see the San Diego up close. You can even park and take a stroll along if you choose. On the way back explore the boutique shopping districts of Hillcrest. This tour is approximately two hours drive time at a slow pace and has several fun, informative detours and stop options along the way. If you want to extend the tour you have the option of taking the Oldtown loop at the end of the tour.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Little Italy
Drive through Little Italy.
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Drive by Maritime Museum.
USS Midway Museum
Drive by the USS Midway.
Seaport Village
Explore Seaport Village in a GoCar.
Gaslamp Quarter
Drive through Historic Gaslamp Quarter
Petco Park
Drive by Petco Park.
Balboa Park
Drive through Balboa Park.
San Diego Zoo
Drive by the San Diego Zoo.
What's included
Included
Map
Tank of gas
Rental of GPS touring car
Rider orientation
Helmets
Not included
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
4.9
16 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego take?
Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego cost?
Prices start at $52 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 Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 2 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Early Bird GoCar Tour: San Diego worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 16 verified reviews; it is run by GoCar Tours San Diego.
Reviews(16)
A
Excellent way to quickly learn about the city!
This is an excellent way to see the city of San Diego! We chose the 2 hour tour which took us all through downtown, Hillcrest, Old Town, Balboa Park, etc. The staff at the office were so kind and patient with us. There were 4 of us, myself, my husband and our 2 children (11, 13), so we had 2 gocars. My husband was in the yellow one, and I am bigger in the middle, so I opted to upgrade to the electric car, because it was easier for me to get in and out of it. The electric car was very fun to drive! I think I liked it more than my husband liked the yellow car, but we had a great time. I would recommend the electric upgrade, but that's just me. You learn a lot about the history and layout of the city and how things came to be. I would very much recommend this tour and we look forward to doing it again in other cities!!!
V
This was so fun!! I was...
This was so fun!! I was a little nervous but it was easy to drive and traffic was not bad at all in San Diego! What a great way to see the city! I already want to do this again!
6
The highlight of my visit to San Diego
This gocar was the highlight of my trip to San Diego. It’s so cute and easy to drive. It was a total of 6 of us and someone in our grp did not reserve a car. Kelvin was so helpful and was able to get us another car so we all could tour San Diego together. I love that the gps gives you so much information about the area you are driving in. It’s a must do activity in San Diego. The cons: if you get lost and you will, the gps stops talking and you need to follow the gps monitor on the car. I will recommend this activity to friends and family.
Z
Best tour in San Diego
We had so much fun! A great way to see the city and hear a little about it. We loved it!!! The weather was great and the views were amazing!
2
Best tour I’ve been on.
This was an amazing excursion. Highly recommend it. I have not been on a tour where you are on your own and have a GPS take you around. For me this was great and did not have to wait for anyone.
S
Great way to see more of San Diego and get those snaps
Doing the Early bird trip saves money and also allows you to finish before the midday sun is burning you. San Diego is a large city and so no walking tour with cover it all, and being inside a bus is never as good as the open air. So this tour allows one driver one photographer and GOCAR your trusty story teller and navigator. Great way to see a lot of the city. Just remember to stop when GoCar is giving a in death history lesson or she cuts off to the next direction!
Operator response
Really appreciate you sharing this! Catching the Early Bird tour is such a smart call—not just for the savings, but to beat the heat and enjoy a quieter, more relaxed ride through San Diego. You’re right—no walking tour or bus can match the flexibility of driving your own GoCar with the open air and built-in storytelling. Having a driver and a dedicated photographer on board makes it a fun team adventure, and those narrated history moments add so much context if you take a second to pause. Great insights!
S
Great way to see more of San Diego on one trip and take those cool photos.
Doing the early trip saves money and also completes before the heat is at its worse. As San Diageo is so large walking is not an option and being inside a bus is not as good as being in the GoCar. One driver one photographer. The Car is your companion telling stories and giving directions as you go. Just remember to stop when she gets into a deep description, because if you move off the gps spot she stops !
Operator response
Thanks for pointing out such helpful tips—doing the early GoCar trip really does make a big difference, both for comfort and value. San Diego covers so much ground that walking isn't practical, and nothing beats the open-air feel of driving your own GoCar compared to being on a bus. Having one person drive and the other take photos turns it into a shared experience, and the GPS narration adds a personal touch that brings the city to life. Pausing to catch those deeper story moments is a great piece of advice too!
L
Whipping Around SD
This was such a fun way to explore San Diego! The staff was super attentive and offered great advice on how to navigate the directions! This was so much fun!!!
Operator response
We're so happy to hear you had a blast exploring San Diego with us! Our team takes pride in making sure you feel confident and ready to go, so it's great to know their tips helped you enjoy the ride. Experiencing the city in a GoCar is such a fun and memorable way to see top San Diego attractions—perfect for locals and visitors alike. Hope to see you again on another adventure soon!
L
Driving fun
The staff who delt with us were great. The go carts were so much fun and easy to use. I would definitely recommend anyone do this.
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