Full-Day GoCar Rental in Monterey
Explore Monterey’s coast and landmarks at your own pace in an open-top GoCar
Duration
Up to 8 hours
Ideal For
Up to 2 people
Includes
Helmets, full tank of gas
Highlights
Take a full day to explore Monterey’s waterfront, historic streets, and coastal scenery in an open-top scooter car. Follow the talking-car experience at your own pace, with time to stop along the way.
- Explore historic Monterey, Fisherman's Wharf, and Cannery Row
- Cruise past Lovers Point, Lake El Estero, and Pacific Grove
- Discover Asilomar State Beach and the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
- Stop for photos and sightseeing along Monterey’s coastline
- Visit sights near Monterey Bay Aquarium and Hopkins Marine Station
What's Included
- Full tank of gas
Important details
- Drivers of GoCar Classic must be 18+ with a valid driver's license
- Drivers of Arcimoto and Polaris Slingshot vehicles must be 25+ with a valid driver's license
- Passengers in a GoCar Classic may be as young as 4 if they fit in a helmet
- Arcimoto and Slingshot passengers must be at least 8 and 4'9" tall
- Pregnant riders cannot participate
- Wear the provided motorcycle helmet at all times while riding
- Bring a government-issued ID and credit card for one person in your group
- A security deposit is held on your credit card until the vehicle is returned
- All riders must sign a participant agreement
- Return the vehicle to the rental location before dusk
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are not permitted. No-shows or late arrivals may be charged the full booking amount. Tours may be rescheduled or refunded for severe weather, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances.
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FAQs
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.
Meeting details
791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940-1031
More about Monterey Bay Aquarium
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.
