San Diego Zoo Tours and Tickets

Explore some of the top highlights of San Diego with your or or two day trolley pass (depending on option selected) for the city’s Hop-on, Hop-off Trolley Tour. Choose your own adventure as you get on and off the trolley at any of the 11 included stops, covering famous sights including the Gaslamp Quarter, the San Diego Zoo, USS Midway and the Cruise Ship Terminal, Little Italy, and many more. This San Diego trolley tour also features live commentary from the on-board guide during your ride.

View over 4,000 animals roaming in large enclosures on a 2-day visit to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This admission ticket allows you to spend two days at the Zoo or Safari Park or split your time between the two. Access to all shows and exhibits and all in-park transportation are included. With mobile tickets, scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.

Explore San Diego’s Downtown and Old Town sights in a fun and fast-paced way—on a self-drive GoCar tour. This sightseeing adventure takes the stress out of reading a map, as the car talks and shows you the way with its built-in GPS. Enjoy hearing stories as you explore the city’s most popular areas, including Old Town, Little Italy, Balboa Park, Downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter.

Save money by booking a San Diego Explorer Pass, which grants you entry to your choice of two to seven local attractions and activities. The pass is valid for 60 days after first use, making it great for both visitors and San Diego residents alike. Choose from a range of things to do including the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego natural History Museum, a speedboat tour, hop-on hop-off trolley tour or bike rentals.

Swap the crowded bus tours for the stress-free alternative of a self-drive tour. You don’t have to worry about getting lost as a smartphone app has GPS playback, with offline functionality and turn-by-turn instructions. Along the way, listen to commentary about the city’s Spanish colonial history and pass by key landmarks, such as SeaWorld San Diego, Balboa Park, and Presidio Park.

Join us for a 2.5 hour guided electric bike tour around the stunning city of San Diego. Beginning from our store location, the first stop on this leisurely tour is the historic Gaslamp Quarter, established in the 1860s and redeveloped in the 1980s. From there, you’ll ride your pedal assist eBikes to the San Diego Bay, where you’ll learn the history of the USS Midway, Billionaire Row, and The Bob Hope Memorial. Our licensed tour guides will then lead you through Balboa Park, measuring just under five kilometers or 1,200 acres. In Balboa Park, you will ride past and learn about the San Diego Zoo, the Spanish Village Art Center, and the famous Casa de Balboa. This city is perfect for animal lovers, beach enthusiasts, and outdoorsy folks! Our guides are happy to take plenty of pictures for you so you can cherish the memories. The tour ends back at our store location on K Street. Please note: there will be a good deal of street riding on this tour.

Take in the best that San Diego has to offer on this guided tour of downtown San Diego and Balboa Park on a GPS-enabled scooter. The ease and size of the scooter allows you to intimately experience the gems of Balboa Park, including the fragrant flower garden, outdoor organ pavilion, and one of a dozen museums. Next, hit up Hillcrest to see its lively shops and restaurants before you head to the Maritime Museum and historic Gaslamp Quarter.

Embark on the ultimate adventure as we take you on San Diego's Hidden Gem: The Balboa Explorer Tour! Get ready to dive into the vibrant heart of this stunning city as we unveil its best-kept secrets. We will be diving deep into the awe-inspiring Balboa Park, where culture and nature collide. Indulge your taste buds with delicious local cuisine, explore quaint neighborhoods brimming with charm, and soak in breathtaking panoramic views from hidden lookout points. With our knowledgeable guides leading the way, prepare to be captivated by San Diego's hidden treasures. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey that will leave you longing for more! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the app! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

Zip through downtown San Diego and Balboa Park in just two hours with the use of a GPS-enabled GoCar. You and your partner will get settled, strap on your helmets, and use the provided map and GPS to get exploring. You'll cover tons more ground than you would on foot and can use the navigating devices to make your own route.

See all of San Diego's must-see attractions with the fun of driving a Vanderhall GoCar. Each air-conditioned vehicle can travel up to 30 mph and is outfitted with a GPS-enabled tour that takes you throughout the city. Start in Little Italy, and cruise past Downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp District, the Hillcrest neighborhood, and end in Balboa Park. Must be 25 years or older to rent a GoCar. For more than 2 people, place separate bookings.

San Diego is a big city and sightseeing while visiting can usually take a long time on foot and you could miss out on things if riding by vehicle. Instead, book this San Diego Harbor and Gaslamp Quarter Self-Guided Scooter Tour, and go through the city on a scooter. See the Seaport Village, Little Italy, the Maritime Museum, Horton Plaza, the Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park, and Bankers Hill.

Explore San Diego the fun and flexible way in a GoCar guided by a talking GPS. The easy-to-drive car is yours for the entire day, so you can go at your own pace as you zip around to highlights like Balboa Park, the Gaslamp Quarter, the Maritime Museum, Old Town, and Ocean Beach. There's no need for guidebooks or maps, as a talking GPS leads the way so you can focus on the sights.

For a fun twist on the typical San Diego tour, first-time visitors shouldn't miss this GPS guided scooter excursion, where you can visit the city's top attractions, all while soaking up the fantastic weather. Just hop on your scooter, start cruising through the city, and feel the wind in your hair as you pass top sights. Highlights include Balboa Park, the Maritime Museum, and even the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Discover San Diego independently by mini speedboat and mini car with 2- to 4-hour rental. Hit the town (and water) solo or with a friend. Whether you’re on land or in the water you have the freedom to explore at your leisure. Recorded commentary and GPS guidance inside the car enable you to explore the city stress-free. The sightseeing route takes you past Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Gaslamp Quarter, and more.

Scoot your way between the sites in San Diego at your own pace, and with your private group of family, friends, or colleagues. You’ll be safe on your bike after an included orientation. Just pop on your provided helmet, get comfortable, and start your tour through San Diego’s historical monuments and along the San Diego Bay.

Explore San Diego’s iconic parks, from Balboa to Petco, and go on to Hillcrest by GoCar, and get a discount of $50 if you bring the car back by noon. There are loads of places to see, including the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, and the Maritime Museum. You’ll be provided with maps and helmets, so you just need to hit the streets and enjoy.

For a fun and styling way to see San Diego, book this GPS Guided Vanderhall GoCar that talks to you as you pass by the sights. You’ll have the whole day to explore the city at your own pace, stopping at the San Diego Zoo, the Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, or just drive along the coast. You can decide your itinerary since this is a private tour just for you.

Preserve the memory of your San Diego vacation with a private photoshoot. Your experienced photographer will give you recommendations on outfits and locations and you'll have the option of multiple packages depending on the size of your group and how long of shoots you want. You'll get edited images back within just four working days of your shoot.

This is the ultimate way to explore San Diego by land and sea. Instead of being stuck on a crowded tour bus/boat, take control of your sightseeing and have an independent sightseeing adventure instead. Enjoy the thrill of driving your own speedboat, and have the chance to ride a GPS-guided storytelling scooter. No need to feel time pressures—each segment of the tour can be done on different days depending on your preferences.

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Quickly cover a lot of ground on this self-guided electric-scooter tour of San Diego. Choose your scooter, don your helmet, and enjoy a quick rider orientation. Then, set out on your own, following your GPS on a self-guided itinerary through downtown and the old town. Visit the Little Italy neighborhood, the Gaslamp Quarter, the Mission Hills, Balboa Park, and more in just a few hours of exploring.

Discover Balboa Park’s fascinating history, from its origins as a city park in 1868 to its transformation for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. Learn about its iconic architecture, cultural institutions, gardens, and its role in shaping San Diego’s identity. Uncover stories of preservation, innovation, and community efforts that made it a cultural hub. Highlights include historic museums, the stunning Spanish Colonial Revival style, and the park’s evolution into a world-renowned destination. This is the ultimate tour of Balboa Park that you will never forget!