
2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park
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4.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park worth booking?
2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park is a 2-hour experience in San Diego, United States, from $82 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (6)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $82 per person
This is the essential San Diego GPS guided scooter 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 a
What you get
About this experience
This is the essential San Diego GPS guided scooter 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.
What's included
Included
- Rider orientation
- Electric scooter
- Helmets
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Little Italy
Pass through Little Italy.
Pass by without stopping
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Drive by the Maritime Museum
Pass by without stopping
USS Midway Museum
Drive by the USS Midway Museum.
Pass by without stopping
Seaport Village
Drive by Seaport Village.
Pass by without stopping
Gaslamp Quarter
Drive through the Gaslamp Quarter.
Pass by without stopping
Balboa Park
Drive through Balboa Park.
Pass by without stopping
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Drive through Old Town.
Pass by without stopping
San Diego Zoo
Drive right in front of the San Diego Zoo.
Pass by without stopping
The Coronado Ferry Landing
Take the ferry
Pass by without stopping
See the Hotel Del
Pass by without stopping
The Unconditional Surrender
See the Unconditional Surrender Statue.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Diego
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Speed Boat Adventures, Inc.
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be 21 with a valid driver's license to book.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Easy way to tour
Great way to tour the city. We were in the two person electrical car and we could stop and go as we like. The narration was interesting and easy to understand. The only problem we had was that the GPS had to be reset by phone midway through the tour.
via Viator
Fun but a bit dangerous
This guided scooter tour was lot of fun.. it was a bit scary at times riding with traffic and along side the freeway. It would have been better just to have stayed by the harbor or just old town.
via Viator
Scooter tour
This was a great way to tour San Diego...on your own at your own pace. The scooter ride was a lot of fun but can be a little scary as you're merging with traffic coming from the interstate. Upon our arrival the guy at the front was a quite rude to the lady that was assisting him. She made a mistake quoting the helmet policy and he got quite upset...something I thought could've been handled differently. Overall, the experience was one of the highlights of my trips.
via Tripadvisor
Terrible
We not only were booked wrong. We chose to do this event at 9am and got there and were booked 10am, so we only got an 1hr in for bikes. We were over charged. Wed like to be reimbursed for the 1hr we didnt get. Very disappointed in viator
via Viator
Fun! Did the carts instead.
We originally booked the electric scooter tour, but my partner didn't feel confident driving a scooter through downtown traffic. We switched it up and did the go cart instead. It was really fun. The navigation was easy and we had a really good time. Was able to see the sites and be a bit silly. They were really accommodating of us too.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Diego.
How much does 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park cost?
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Prices start at $82 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Diego usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Diego is not rushed.
Is 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Diego, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Diego can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Diego and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Diego within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Diego?
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San Diego is an outdoor-first city: whale watching from December through April, La Jolla kayak and snorkel runs year round, harbour cruises and the USS Midway, plus Balboa Park museums when the marine layer sits low. We rank water operators on group ratios and gear quality, which is where the cheap La Jolla trips fall down. On Outty we rank every San Diego experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include USS Midway Museum Admission: Valid Any Date, Taste of Little Italy in San Diego, San Diego Whale Watching Cruise. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Diego?
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March to May and September to November, either side of the June overcast. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Diego?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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