Drive an electric GoCar through Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park
2 Hours
Up to 2 people
Electric GoCar rental
Explore San Diego in an open-air electric GoCar Esport and cover more ground in two hours. Cruise through Downtown and into Balboa Park, with time to see key neighborhoods and landmarks.
You must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and a major credit card. A security deposit is held on your credit card until the GoCar is returned, and optional Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is available for purchase on the day of rental. Late returns are billed at $1 per minute, and extra time is charged in 15-minute increments.
All sales are final unless trip protection is purchased. Operator may cancel due to weather; if canceled prior to departure, you can reschedule or receive a full refund. If cut short due to severe weather, rainchecks are given; no full refunds after departure.
You must be 21 or older, have a valid driver’s license, and have a major credit card. All riders must sign a standard participant agreement.
Each GoCar holds a maximum of 2 people.
Yes. On the day of rental, a security deposit will be held on your credit card until the GoCar is returned.
San Diego is a city best explored at your own pace, and this self-guided GoCar experience seems to nail that concept. The GPS-narrated tour does the heavy lifting, guiding you through the city while feeding you local history and commentary along the way, so getting lost is basically off the table. Reviewers consistently mention how seamless the whole thing feels, from booking to hitting the road. The staff gets a lot of love in these reviews, with team members like Trace and Marlin specifically called out for making people feel comfortable before setting off. The setup takes a few minutes to get used to, but guests say it clicks quickly and the fun follows. Popular routes like the Coronado Island trip tend to be a highlight, and the Polaris Slingshot option adds an extra layer of excitement for those wanting a sportier ride. This one works well for couples, anniversaries, and even travelers bringing their dogs along. Most guests mention wishing they had booked the longer time slot, so if you're on the fence between two and three hours, the consensus leans toward springing for more time.
This trip was so much fun! We went to the point by the navel base and around Shelter Island. My husband lived in San Diego for over a decade and still learned things from the tour. The GoCar was easy to drive and was fun to zip around in. Would recommend to visitors and residents of San Diego!
Kate Ventura
July 7, 2026
This trip was so much fun! We went to the point by the navel base and around Shelter Island. My husband lived in San Diego for over a decade and still learned things from the tour. The GoCar was easy to drive and was fun to zip around in. Would recommend to visitors and residents of San Diego!
Kate Ventura
July 7, 2026