Explore San Diego Downtown & Balboa Park on Scooter & GoCar
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic balance and mobility are needed to ride scooters.
Overview
Discover San Diego’s highlights on a fun 2-hour tour featuring GoCar storytelling and electric scooters. Explore downtown and Balboa Park with a private guide at your own pace.
Third Wheel Special, GoCar + Scooter: 2HR Tour- San Diego Downtown + Balboa
2 hours • Third Wheel Special
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About This Adventure
For groups of 3,5, or 7. Are you third wheeling or have an odd amount of people? Don't drive a GoCar alone, instead hop on an electric scooter for THE essential San Diego tour. You will see many of the great places that make San Diego "America's Finest City". You will also get a small sample of San Diego's culture and diversity!*
(All GoCars Hold 2 People | Scooter Holds 1 Person)
Duration
2 Hours
About
This is THE essential San Diego tour. You will see almost all of the greatest sights San Diego has to offer, from the visually stunning Balboa park which is littered with Spanish Renaissance-inspired architecture, over a dozen museums, colorful flower gardens, and world-renowned outdoor organ pavilion all the way to the always happening Hillcrest, which has a great variety of shops and restaurants, Hillcrest is known to have some of the best food in the county. But best of all you will also get to see Downtown San Diego at its finest, from the Maritime Museum to the Historic Gaslamp Quarter. Downtown San Diego is one of the best places in the world for its diversity and visual appeal. Don’t miss the best places San Diego has to offer on this Must See tour.
Tour Highlights:
- Little Italy
- Maritime Museum
- U.S.S. Midway
- Seaport Village
- Horton Plaza Historic Gaslamp Quarter
- Petco Park
- Bankers Hill
- Balboa Park tour
- Balboa Park Rose Graden
- San Diego Zoo
- Hillcrest neighborhood
Conditions:
- GoCars hold a maximum of 2 people. Prices are per GoCar, not per person.
- GoCars: Must be 21 years or older to rent. Must possess a major credit card and valid driver’s license (international license is not necessary). GoCars do not accommodate car seats for children. -Scooters: Must be 13 years or older to drive. No driver’s license is required.
- All riders must sign a standard participant agreement. Renters will have the option to purchase Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance on the day of rental.
- Renters are free to extend the length of their tour on the day of rental. Additional rental time will be charged in 15-minute increments."
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
Even with scooter and GoCar transport, you'll do some light walking, so wear shoes that support your feet.
Charge your phone fully
Your phone will likely be used for GoCar navigation and photos, so start with a full battery.
Stay hydrated
San Diego weather can be warm, so bring water to stay refreshed during your ride.
Helmet use recommended
Scooter helmets are provided, and using one is strongly advised for safety during your tour.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- California brown pelicans along the waterfront
- Brightly colored hummingbirds in the botanical gardens
History
Balboa Park, established in 1868, is one of the oldest public parks in the country and showcases Spanish Colonial Revival architecture from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
Conservation
GoCar Tours and scooter rentals promote eco-friendly urban exploration, reducing vehicle emissions and encouraging responsible tourism in downtown San Diego.
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Recommended Gear
Helmet
For safety while riding scooters around the city.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from strong sun exposure during the tour.
summer specific
Light jacket
Provides warmth during cooler evening rides.
fall specific
Water bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the active tour.