All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco
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Is All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco worth booking?
All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco is a 5-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $309 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 37 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (37)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $309 per person
Explore San Francisco in a GPS-Guided Talking Car – A One-of-a-Kind Self-Guided Tour! Experience the ultimate San Francisco GPS tour with the original talking car! This innovative, GPS-guided storytelling vehicle navigat
What you get
About this experience
Explore San Francisco in a GPS-Guided Talking Car – A One-of-a-Kind Self-Guided Tour! Experience the ultimate San Francisco GPS tour with the original talking car! This innovative, GPS-guided storytelling vehicle navigates for you while pointing out top San Francisco attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Lombard Street. Perfect for travelers looking for fun things to do in San Francisco, this self-guided car tour has been featured by Time Magazine as one of the “Coolest Inventions of the Year.” Don’t just see the city—hear its stories and explore at your own pace in a way no traditional tour can offer!
What's included
Included
- Tank of gas
- Map
- Rental of GPS touring car
- Rider orientation
- 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling
- Helmets
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Optional: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), approximately $19
- Optional: Gratuities
- Security deposit.
What you'll see and do
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
The Palace of Fine Arts in the Marina District of San Francisco, California, is a monumental structure originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in order to exhibit works of art presented there. One of only a few surviving structures from the Exposition, it is still situated on its original site. In addition to hosting art exhibitions, it remains a popular attraction for tourists and locals.
10 minutes here
Golden Gate Bridge
Certainly the most-photographed bridge in the world, the Golden Gate Bridge is synonymous with San Francisco. Drive up to the viewing area, or the foot of the bridge at Fort Point, to take pictures. You can take even better pictures at Baker Beach, a few minutes drive past the bridge!
20 minutes here
Lombard Street
Nothing beats zooming down Lombard Street, San Francisco's "Crookedest Street" in your GoCar at the end of your tour. This is a great way to experience one of San Francisco's most iconic streets.
20 minutes here
Fisherman's Wharf
Drive through San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, passing the bustling Crab Shacks, Bakeries and Curio Shops on your way to Golden Gate Bridge. Don't forget to wave to the other visitors!
Ocean Beach
Look for sand dollars in the fog and take photos of Seal Rock as it juts out of the Pacific Ocean at Ocean Beach.
10 minutes here
Presidio of San Francisco
Some of the most beautiful views of San Francisco Bay are in the Presidio, a decommissioned military base that boasts beautiful architecture, a War Memorial, the Disney Museum and even a bowling alley! This area is just a 15 minute drive from Fisherman's Wharf, but feels like another world!
15 minutes here
Fort Point National Historic Site
At the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point is both an excellent photo spot for the bridge and a fascinating monument to Gold Rush -era San Francisco.
10 minutes here
Crissy Field
Crissy Field is where San Franciscan's exercise and play. Wave to runners, soccer players and dog walkers as you zoom past beautiful views of the Bay on your way to the Golden Gate Bridge.
Golden Gate Park
A natural and cultural center, Golden Gate Park spans almost half the length of San Francisco, and is home to the Conservatory of Flowers, California Academy of Sciences, deYoung Museum, Japanese Tea Garden, Stow Lake and the Buffalo Paddock.
60 minutes here
Legion of Honor
View the Rodin Sculpture "The Thinker" outside the beautiful Legion f Honor Museum.
Sutro Baths
Sutro Baths are all that remains of what was once a popular SF natatorium that was destroyed in a fire. A hauntingly beautiful spot to view the North Pacific Ocean.
15 minutes here
Painted Ladies
Visit Alamo Square and the "Full House" House
10 minutes here
Coit Tower
Visit Coit Tower and its Beautiful Diego Rivera Murals
10 minutes here
Twin Peaks
Visit the tallest point of the city and see sweeping vistas of San Francisco
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf 431 Beach Street, San Francisco (between Jones and Taylor Streets)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Fisherman's Wharf 431 Beach Street, San Francisco (between Jones and Taylor Streets)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ko, pt, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- GoCar Rentals, Inc.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- GoCar’s hold a maximum of 2 people. Prices are per GoCar - not per person.
- Passengers must be 4 years of age or older - and small children must safely fit into one of our DOT approved helmets. The GoCar is registered as a motorcycle - but a motorcycle license is not required to operate the vehicle.
- What is a CDW?
- No, but the tour will navigate you to Fort Point. Here the bridge soars about 200-feet above your head. It is possible to gain pedestrian access to the bridge span from the car park at the bridge vantage point.
- On the day of rental, a $500 security deposit will be held on the customer’s credit card. If a CDW or SLI insurance plan is selected, a $300 security deposit will be held. The security deposit is released when the GoCar is returned.
- Absolutely not! If there is a San Francisco sight you wish to see but is not yet included on the tour, just use the map provided to navigate your own way through the city streets. You can even put a CD in the stereo and enjoy music along the way!
- Pickup location must be chosen at time of booking. This is the location where your GoCar will be reserved
- Can you stop along the way?
- Do you have to stay on the tour?
- Can you cross the Golden Gate Bridge?
- All renters must be able to read, understand and sign a liability release and waiver form (standard participant agreement)
- Foreign language options are available in French, Spanish, Italian and German
- Up to 35-mph. Note that drivers in San Francisco do not typically drive fast, therefore an average speed of 30-mph or less can be expected while driving.
- Yes, you set your own pace. The car always knows where you are and you can park anywhere you want (motorcycle parking or car parking) for as long as you want, and as soon as you start to drive again, the car will begin to talk!
- For the safety and comfort of passengers the maximum height is 6'4" (1.9m) and maximum combined weight of 500 lbs (226.8 kg) for two passengers
- How fast does the car go?
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is an optional form of insurance similar to rental car insurance that limits your liability in case of accident. It is non-refundable. If you opt to purchase the CDW your deposit for rented a GoCar is only USD$300.00 instead of USD$500.00
- Vehicles:
- Are controlled with a motorcycle-style handle, throttle, and hand brakes. The 3-wheeled cars seat two and have a lockable trunk for your things. Their small size makes parking a breeze, and in San Francisco - a major bonus!
- Driver must be 21 years or older to rent and must provide a major credit card and valid driver’s license at the time of check-in. A driver’s license must be in the customer’s physical possession (no photocopy). For foreign customer’s, an international license is not necessary.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 37 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
37 verified traveler reviews for All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The experience was worth the price
Going through Viator made the reservation at the vendor harder to access. The optional insurance process was tedious.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you felt the experience was worth the price and enjoyed your day exploring San Francisco with GoCar. We’re sorry to hear that accessing the reservation through Viator was more difficult than expected and that the optional insurance process felt tedious. We understand how those extra steps can take away from the excitement of the experience. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we’ll continue looking for ways to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another San Francisco adventure—perhaps in one of our electric GoCars or on our popular Over the Bridge Tour with the E-Sport!
via Viator
Great Experience!
Oh my goodness, do the entire day and get where you’re going while being entertained by the tour voice guide.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed spending the day exploring San Francisco with our GoCar and that the GPS-guided narration made the journey even more entertaining. There’s no better way to see the city at your own pace while learning fun facts along the way! We hope to welcome you back soon to try one of our electric GoCars or our popular Over the Bridge Tour with the E-Sport! 🚗🌉
via Tripadvisor
A fun, exciting multifaceted Day
This is the best way to see San Francisco!!! We had a blast. You can go at your own pace and get out to see as much as you want or just drive by. This is my second time and would do it again in a minute!!
Response from the operator: It’s awesome to hear this was your second time with us and that you had such a blast exploring at your own pace 🚗✨ That’s exactly the experience we love to create! We can’t wait to have you back again—next time come try our different vehicles and explore beyond the bridge! 🌉🔥
via Tripadvisor
Fun way to spend the day outdoors!
My 27 yo son and I rented the go car for the day and had a blast! I was able to see so many parts of San Fran that I had never seen before. We were worried we would not be able to park to get out to see the sights. That was not a problem at all! It was a very fun way to cover a lot of ground, especially as I have a bad knee. We will do this again!
Response from the operator: We’re so happy to hear that you and your son had such a blast! 💛 It’s great that you got to see new parts of San Francisco and enjoy the sights comfortably — that’s exactly what makes the GoCar experience so special. We’d love to have you both back soon for another adventure and incredible views 🌉⚡
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
This is the Best way to see San Francisco . We went to places we would have never went on our own. We would recommend this to anyone
Response from the operator: We love hearing that! 😍 We're so glad you got to discover parts of San Francisco you might not have seen otherwise — that’s exactly what the GoCar adventure is all about! Thank you for recommending us 🙌. Next time, come explore even more of the city with our Electric Car or the popular Over the Bridge Tour with the E-Sport — both perfect for another round of fun! ⚡🌉
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 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
- 13
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.
How much does All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco cost?
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Prices start at $309 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco take?
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Plan for about 5 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 Francisco is not rushed.
Is All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 37 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco?
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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 All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco?
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Around 13 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 Francisco 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 Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco?
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San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. 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 Francisco?
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September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. 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 Francisco?
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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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