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Ride through San Diego’s glowing Gaslamp Quarter and Embarcadero on a one-hour GoCar tour. See famous sights like the USS Midway and Seaport Village illuminated at night while learning about the city’s history.
Ride through San Diego’s glowing Gaslamp Quarter and Embarcadero on a one-hour GoCar tour. See famous sights like the USS Midway and Seaport Village illuminated at night while learning about the city’s history.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by GoCar Tours San Diego · San Diego, California
easy.
1 hour.
No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and physical conditions.
No prior experience is needed; the GoCar is easy to drive and you receive a safety briefing before the tour.
Yes, each GoCar accommodates one driver and one passenger.
Helmets are not required, but seat belts are mandatory for safety.
Tours may be rescheduled or refunded in case of heavy rain; light drizzle usually does not cancel the tour.
Children over 7 years old can be passengers, but drivers must be at least 21 years old with a valid license.
The tour begins and ends at the GoCar Tour office located in downtown San Diego near the Gaslamp Quarter.
San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter was once a bustling center during the late 19th century and has evolved into a dynamic historic district filled with Victorian-era architecture.
The Embarcadero waterfront has initiatives in place to protect marine life and maintain clean water, promoting sustainable tourism practices.
GoCar Tours San Diego provides self-drive and guided sightseeing experiences around San Diego, California, using GPS-guided storytelling vehicles and specialty driveables. Based in San Diego, the company operates a wide range of timed tours — from one-hour Harbor & Gaslamp Quarter routes to full-day Everything Tours — that let travelers explore downtown neighborhoods, historic sites, coastal landmarks, and nearby islands at their own pace. Tours highlight iconic attractions including the USS Midway, Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, the Maritime Museum, Old Town, Little Italy, Shelter Island, and Point Loma. Coronado excursions include the ferry ride, Hotel del Coronado, and beachside vistas. Scenic coastal itineraries visit Sunset Cliffs, tide pools, Cabrillo National Monument, and Ocean Beach, while Downtown routes showcase Hillcrest and Spanish architecture in Balboa Park. Specialty experiences include the GoCar After Dark holiday lights route featuring a built-in navigation system; a Land & Sea combo that pairs GPS-driven cars with a helm-yourself speedboat on San Diego Bay; and an Exotic Driving Experience that uses a Vanderhall Blackjack for an eight-hour road trip to Julian with a gold mine tour and local apple pie. Multi-hour options cover three- and four-hour city explorations and a focused three-hour Coronado scooter tour. Each trip description specifies duration and primary sights, enabling visitors to choose experiences that match interests, pace, and schedule. Reservations accommodate solo travelers, couples, and families, with options ranging from quick drives to extended adventures. The fleet includes specialized vehicles for scenic coastal drives, urban exploration, and high-performance exotic runs.
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