Drive through downtown, Balboa Park, and Old Town with time to stop and explore
4 Hours
Up to 2 people
Explore San Diego by GoCar on a self-guided route through downtown, Balboa Park, and Old Town. Stop along the way to sightsee, take photos, eat, and explore on foot.
Cancellations are not permitted. Tours may be rescheduled or refunded in the event of severe weather, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: E8GXT8
No. Bring a valid driver's license; an international license is not necessary.
You can choose to purchase optional Collision Damage Waiver insurance on the day of your GoCar rental.
3918 Mason St, San Diego, CA 92110
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.
Just did the 2 hour tour of San Diego today. I have to say it was one of the best things we did. Worth every cent!!! The 2 young ladies who helped us were very polite and treated great even when we showed up an hour and a half before closing. Hats off to them!!!. Those little cars really move and are so much gun to drive!! We will be coming back next time we visit San Diego.
Jose Salas
August 24, 2026
Just did the 2 hour tour of San Diego today. I have to say it was one of the best things we did. Worth every cent!!! The 2 young ladies who helped us were very polite and treated great even when we showed up an hour and a half before closing. Hats off to them!!!. Those little cars really move and are so much gun to drive!! We will be coming back next time we visit San Diego.
Jose Salas
August 24, 2026
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