Discover San Diego aboard a sleek Vanderhall vehicle on this private, all-day city tour with museum stops, photo opportunities, and a zoo visit. Ready for a fresh exploration style?
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the vehicle does the driving and touring, with minimal physical exertion required.
Wildlife
History
San Diego is California’s oldest town, with Balboa Park representing a rich cultural history dating back to the 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
Conservation
Efforts at Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo emphasize native habitat restoration and sustainable tourism practices to protect local ecosystems.
GoCar Tours San Diego
Discover San Diego aboard a sleek Vanderhall vehicle on this private, all-day city tour with museum stops, photo opportunities, and a zoo visit. Ready for a fresh exploration style?
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.
Tours Offered
11 Tours
Short to full-day routes across San Diego
Tour Durations
1–8 hours
Options from quick drives to full days
Family Friendly
Family-friendly
Suitable for families and friends
Navigation Tech
GPS-guided
Built-in storytelling and route navigation
Reserve a timed experience — from one-hour Gaslamp drives to full-day scenic adventures and speedboat combos.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Opt for breathable layers since the tour involves exposure to varying weather conditions throughout the day.
Charge Your Camera Battery
Ensure your device is fully charged to capture San Diego's scenic cityscapes and wildlife at the zoo.
Check Weather Forecast
San Diego weather can shift, so prepare for sun or light breeze during your open-air ride.
Bring Valid ID and Reservation Confirmation
You'll need proper identification and booking details for a smooth check-in and tour start.
Sunglasses
Protects your eyes from bright sun during open-air cruising.
summer
Light Jacket
Keeps you comfortable against cool breezes and potential light rain.
spring
Camera or Smartphone
Capture memorable cityscapes, museum exhibits, and zoo animals.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Ideal for short walks during stops at museums and zoo.