10 Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in San Diego That You Shouldn't Miss

Looking for a way to turn Balboa Park into a giant game board? Urban Adventure Quest has created an interactive scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the Amazing Race with a three-hour sightseeing tour of Balboa Park in San Diego. Guided from any smart phone, groups make their way among well-known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. The adventure begins in the heart of the Park at the Veterans Museum and leads you on a cultural journey of discovery as you visit iconic art, impressive architecture, historic theaters and hidden gardens. The tour requires approximately 2 miles of walking and generally takes between 2-3 hours to complete. Using a smartphone as “the guide” allows participants to start when they want and determine their own pace of play. Stop for an ice cream in the park or enjoy the museums and gardens… why not, it’s your schedule? Offered at a fixed price for a group vs. per person pricing.

Inclusions: One Scavenger hunt Tour for a team of 2-5 people.

Exclusions: Must have a smart phone with a cellular data service plan. Smart Phone not provided with tour.

We provide soft top surfboard rentals. The boards we rent are conducive for excelling your surf skills.

Inclusions: Snacks and water are provided on surf tours

Exclusions: bad energy

LED-lights flashing in sync with riders’ favorite music, electric-power three-wheelers allow tourists explore San Diego in a fun and eco-friendly manner. One vehicle is enough to enjoy a little mobile party in a company of friends or family. Fans of an independent adventure drive the four-riders bikes on their own, while those who love insider’s stories may opt for a chariot tour with a knowledgeable local guide.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Phone holder and seatbelts provided, 15 min training will be provided

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Explore the history and hot spots of your location by solving scavenger hunt and trivia style riddles on this engaging walking tour. Your team will earn points and be guided farther along the route with every riddle. Play from the convenience of your smartphone whenever you’re ready for an adventure!

Inclusions: Tour Guide

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1 HOUR Pedal Boat Rentals. Maximum capacity 3 adults and 1 kid (650lb) Our Pedal Boats are equipped with very comfortable seating and sun shade. Cruise the San Diego Bay at your own pace while enjoying the local wildlife and sightseeing. Our boat rentals a safe boating experience for families with kids in San Diego! * Well behaved dogs are welcome

Inclusions: 1 hour Eco Pedal Boat rental, Adults, kids and dogs life jackets

Exclusions: Gratuities

We are open for walk-ups on the weekends from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and by reservation during the week (weather and unforeseen circumstances may change the hours). We are located on the water with the equipment all ready to go. No transporting of equipment necessary. We also supply the paddle, life jacket, and leash. With the beautiful Liberty Station park as our backdrop, we can help make your say on the water an easy and enjoyable experience.

Inclusions: SUP Board, Lifejacket, Paddle

Exclusions: Bottled water

You will start in historic Little Italy that was home to the Italian community, and see how it evolved into the modern business and artistic community it is today. Make your past the ships in the bay that explored the new world, or patrolled the waters in time of war, into the Gaslamp Quarter which was once San Diego’s red-light district and see how it got re-imagined into the social scene it is today. As you leave modern San Diego you will begin your trip into history as you make your way through beautiful Mission Hills, you will pass many houses and businesses 50 years old and some much older. Your jump into history will take you past Historic Fort Stockton, into Presidio Park where the old Spanish Mission used to stand, into Old Town San Diego where you can see how San Diego looked in the old west with its Spanish and American residents forming a thriving community. *If booking more than 2 people please submit separate orders!

Inclusions: Rental of GPS touring car, Rider orientation, Tank of gas, Helmets, Map, 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), approximately $19

Turn San Diego into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Note: Pricing is per individual, but teams must book together in order to be included in the same adventure.

Inclusions: One Scavenger hunt Tour for a team of 2-5 people.

Exclusions: Must have a smart phone with a cellular data service plan. Smart Phone not provided with tour.

This is THE essential San Diego 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. *If booking more than 2 people please submit separate orders!

Inclusions: Rental of GPS touring car, Rider orientation, Tank of gas, Helmets, Map, 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), approximately $19

SAVE UP TO $50. The EARLY BIRD 1/2 DAY SPECIAL requires the vehicle be returned to the departure location by 12:00 PM. All for the price of 2 hours in a GoCar. Let GoCar take you off the beaten path through many of San Diego’s iconic parks like the Balboa Park and Petco Park on the way to Hillcrest and back. Snap some amazing photos along the Pacific Ocean and see the San Diego up close. You can even park and take a stroll along if you choose. On the way back explore the boutique shopping districts of Hillcrest. This tour is approximately two hours drive time at a slow pace and has several fun, informative detours and stop options along the way. If you want to extend the tour you have the option of taking the Oldtown loop at the end of the tour.

Inclusions: Rental of GPS touring car, Rider orientation, Tank of gas, Helmets, Map, 8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), approx. $19