San Diego GoCar Tour: Explore Downtown and Old Town

Embark on a GoCar tour through Downtown and Old Town San Diego. Explore the evolution of historic Little Italy, the transformation of the Gaslamp Quarter, and dive into the rich history of Mission Hills and Old Town. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Little Italy - Start your tour in historic Little Italy, home to the Italian community and see how it has evolved into the modern business and artistic community it is today.
  • Balboa Park - Drive through Balboa Park, a stunning 1,200 acre park in the middle of San Diego. Its diversity of Spanish Renaissance Architecture, museums for all…
What's Included
  • Rental of GPS touring car
  • Tank of gas
  • Helmets
  • Rider orientation
  • Map
  • 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

This 2-Hour GoCar Tour is your key to fun in San Diego! This self-drive tour takes you through the Downtown and Old Town areas of San Diego, but you will also pass through other thriving areas such as Little Italy, The Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, Mission Hills and Presidio Park. This exciting tour has turn-by-turn GPS with tour commentary along the…

Location
3918 Mason St
Mason Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Octavia_w
Mar 18, 2026
Amazing - Loved this tour so much! The perfect way to view the city. The gps guided car was amazing. The narration and details/history of all the things visited thru out the path was perfect.
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Sunbeam0830
Mar 17, 2026
I couldn’t stop smiling - This is truly the most fun I’ve had in a long time! My husband and I did a tour for my birthday. I couldn’t stop giggling, this ride was just so FUN and joyful! East set up, fast tutorial, incredible ride. We’ve lived in San Diego 9 years and still saw and learned so many new things. They even have Mario And Luigi onesies for those inclined (yes please!) I highly recommend to both locals and tourists. You’ll have a blast and learn something too
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Jonathan_s
Mar 16, 2026
Great way to explore - Beautiful day and our first trip to San Diego! It was a fun way to get the lay of the land. Two thumbs up
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Jmccarthy802
Mar 11, 2026
Would recommend - We had a great time!! Would recommend!
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Jon_r
Mar 11, 2026
Exceeded All My Expectation - This is a unique way to see San Diego. The GPS guidance/information was phenomenal; the route was perfect (not much traffic and easy to maneuver); the GoCar was difficult to get in and out (we are 80 years old) but easy to drive with pre tour instruction. Trace (GoCar employee) made sure we were comfortable with vehicle and overall tour.
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Aaron_b
Mar 8, 2026
Fun Times - Experience was good, crew members were helpful. Go-karts were clean, fun and reliable. The GPS guided tour was informative. Would definitely do again.
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Lisa_m
Mar 5, 2026
Fun Time! - Great way to explore the many highlights of San Diego! Fun and easy to navigate. Highly recommended!
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Michael_c
Feb 6, 2026
Such a Unique Experience!! - This was one of the most unique and dope excursions that I’ve ever done! The ability to take a smart go kart through different parts of the city while it not only navigates but narrates was a true one of a kind. And then driving on the road with all the other cars just made it that much more interesting and fun. Would definitely recommend!!!
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Shelly_j
Jan 30, 2026
Great time - Great time!! Loved the guided tour very informative and spot on! Would do this again for sure! Derive was great
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Rhonda_f
Jan 26, 2026
Anniversary vibe - that it is worth the money, the go car experience was memorable and exciting. the fact that it was narrated the whole ride and the directions was spot on
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up to 2 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).