Rent a talking GoCar for up to 8 hours and see more of Monterey
Up to 8 Hours
Up to 2 people
Helmets, full tank of gas
Drive Monterey Bay’s talking GoCar for up to 8 hours and explore at your own pace in a two-seater, open-top scooter car. Cruise past highlights like Cannery Row, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
GoCars hold a maximum of 2 people and prices are per GoCar, not per person. You must be 21+ with a major credit card and valid driver's license; GoCars do not accommodate car seats. A security deposit is held on your credit card until the GoCar is returned.
Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled. Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather; if the seller cancels, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
You must be 21 or older, have a valid driver’s license, and have a major credit card to rent and drive the GoCar.
Each GoCar holds a maximum of 2 people. Pricing is per GoCar, not per person.
No. GoCars do not accommodate car seats for children.
791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940-1031
The Monterey Bay Aquarium sits right along Cannery Row, perched at the edge of one of the most biologically rich stretches of coastline in North America. Exploring Monterey with a talking GoCar makes reaching the Monterey Bay Aquarium effortless, as the little yellow convertible navigates the waterfront streets while narrating the stories behind the sardine canneries, the bay, and the marine sanctuary that inspired the aquarium itself. Long before it became a world-renowned destination, this stretch of shoreline was the beating heart of John Steinbeck's Cannery Row, and the GoCar brings that history alive as you roll toward the aquarium's iconic doors.
Pulling up near the Monterey Bay Aquarium, you'll catch the salty breeze rolling off the Pacific and hear the bark of sea lions echoing along the rocks below. The talking GoCar guides you through the surrounding neighborhood with GPS-triggered commentary, pointing out landmarks, hidden viewpoints, and the best spots to pause for photos of the kelp-tangled coastline that the Monterey Bay Aquarium is famous for showcasing. The freedom of the self-drive format means you can linger as long as you like near the aquarium, then continue on toward Fisherman's Wharf, Lovers Point, or the 17-Mile Drive at your own pace.
This experience is ideal for couples, families, and curious travelers who want the flexibility of a private tour without a fixed schedule. Anyone planning a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium will appreciate how the GoCar weaves together the cultural, historical, and coastal context that makes the aquarium's location so meaningful. By the time you park near the Monterey Bay Aquarium, you'll already feel connected to the bay, the town, and the marine world waiting just inside.
GoCars in Monterey have earned a reputation as one of the more memorable ways to take in the coastline, and the reviews back that up consistently. The GPS-guided narration keeps things informative without feeling like a lecture, and the routes, whether the two-hour bay loop or the three-hour Carmel stretch, give you plenty of opportunities to pull over and soak in the views at your own pace. Staff like Alex get called out repeatedly for being patient, thorough during the walkthrough, and genuinely helpful even during busy periods. First-timers and nervous drivers seem to settle in quickly, with most people noting the cars are intuitive and easy to handle. Families with kids, couples, and solo travelers all seem to find something to enjoy here. The upgrade option mentioned in a few reviews is worth considering, and the three-hour tour appears to be the sweet spot for those who want to really cover ground. Return visits are a common theme in these reviews, which says a lot about the overall experience.
I liked my May GoCar tour so much I brought another friend in July - what better compliment than repeat business? My first GoCar visit began with Alex who welcomed us warmly even though we arrived 30 minutes after our original booking (due to another activity running over). Happily, when we called ahead Blanca in reservations was able to work her magic and got us on the last tour of the day (4 pm). Alex got us outfitted for fun (helmets with the little yellow cars!) and familiarized us with the operation of the car (basically drives like a 3 wheel motorcycle: rotate one handle bar grip for the gas, and squeeze both handlebar brakes to stop, like a bicycle. The 1st few blocks I spent getting used to the vehicle but after that, whoo whee! It was so much fun! My May visitor told me later it was the highlight of her trip. She said she loved how she felt she was *in* the beautiful scenery, rather than looking at it through a car window. We did the Monterey tour, so next time she visits she wants to do the San Francisco tour. My July visitor and I rented a different vehicle, one of the electric tandem mini-cars. That thing was unbelievable! Where the original GoCar feels like a convertible roadster - open at the top, the E-car felt like we were flying through the air as it is open on both sides, with a clear acrylic-type roof overhead. No obstructions pretty much anywhere we looked. I found it worked better for those of us who may have a little more padding on our bodies exactly because there was no coxkpit to fit into. Basically I felt like I was driving a roomy easy chair along Monterey's stunning oceanscapes, while the GPS' pleasant narrator shared interesting tidbits about the area with us. I'd like to add that Braden helped us on the July visit and he was just as friendly and accommodating as Alex and Blanca. Everyone I've interacted with at GoCar has been top notch and super easy going. Add in the stellar views and a Fun Factor of 10/10 and it all makes for an unforgettable experience. I'm already planning my next visitor's tour with Go Cars - a Polaris Slingshot tour down Big Sur - can't wait!
Darci Arthur
July 7, 2026
I liked my May GoCar tour so much I brought another friend in July - what better compliment than repeat business? My first GoCar visit began with Alex who welcomed us warmly even though we arrived 30 minutes after our original booking (due to another activity running over). Happily, when we called ahead Blanca in reservations was able to work her magic and got us on the last tour of the day (4 pm). Alex got us outfitted for fun (helmets with the little yellow cars!) and familiarized us with the operation of the car (basically drives like a 3 wheel motorcycle: rotate one handle bar grip for the gas, and squeeze both handlebar brakes to stop, like a bicycle. The 1st few blocks I spent getting used to the vehicle but after that, whoo whee! It was so much fun! My May visitor told me later it was the highlight of her trip. She said she loved how she felt she was *in* the beautiful scenery, rather than looking at it through a car window. We did the Monterey tour, so next time she visits she wants to do the San Francisco tour. My July visitor and I rented a different vehicle, one of the electric tandem mini-cars. That thing was unbelievable! Where the original GoCar feels like a convertible roadster - open at the top, the E-car felt like we were flying through the air as it is open on both sides, with a clear acrylic-type roof overhead. No obstructions pretty much anywhere we looked. I found it worked better for those of us who may have a little more padding on our bodies exactly because there was no coxkpit to fit into. Basically I felt like I was driving a roomy easy chair along Monterey's stunning oceanscapes, while the GPS' pleasant narrator shared interesting tidbits about the area with us. I'd like to add that Braden helped us on the July visit and he was just as friendly and accommodating as Alex and Blanca. Everyone I've interacted with at GoCar has been top notch and super easy going. Add in the stellar views and a Fun Factor of 10/10 and it all makes for an unforgettable experience. I'm already planning my next visitor's tour with Go Cars - a Polaris Slingshot tour down Big Sur - can't wait!
Darci Arthur
July 7, 2026
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