San Diego · BALBOA PARK & GARDENS
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Balboa Park is a whole day on its own: Spanish-Colonial arcades from the 1915 expo, fifteen museums, botanical gardens and the world-famous zoo. These guided tours are the best way in, on foot or by Segway, with prices, durations and a note on which combine the gardens, the museums and the zoo in one visit.
A 2-hour small-group Balboa Park walk with a local guide, classic landmarks, and a coffee-cart drink break along the way.
“We enjoyed the history: Ms. Sessions who did planting, the architectural details, the Navy usage. Jennifer is exceptionally knowledgeable about details. On our own, we liked the stupendous rose garden and the free tour of the sculpture garden.”
Private Segway tour of Balboa Park in San Diego: 2 hours, local guide stories, rose garden stops, and easy training for up to 3.
“Bridget was entertaining and informative. She gave a good intro lesson on the Segways and we quickly became competent. Even though we have been to Balboa Park many times, we learned so much more. She is a personable and interesting tour guide.”
Two hours of GPS-guided GoCar fun through Little Italy, USS Midway, Seaport Village, Petco Park, Balboa Park, and the Gaslamp Quarter.
“Great experience. Fun. I don't personally feel like you need a whole day. Just a couple hrs to explore and get historical facts. Then go back if you want more on your own time. Our car was a little compromised; it pulled to the right a little and was semi difficult to drive. But other than that Customer service was great.”
Electric scooter tour of Balboa Park with guide Jesse, photo stops at gardens, bridge, museums and more. 90 minutes for $75.
“Jesse was excellent tour guide. Was a great way to see Balboa Park in a limited amount of time. Highly recommend.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Balboa Park’s architecture, gardens, and Spanish Colonial Revival landmarks, with a coffee cart stop.
“Great tour! Just the right amount of time. Brooke was engaging and provided interesting information about the park. She even provided all of us with a follow-up email that answered our groups obscure questions. As locals with family visiting, we learned a great deal from her insights.”
GPS-guided electric scooter loop in San Diego covering Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, the zoo, USS Midway, Old Town, and Coronado ferry.
“Fun way to see the city! Loved the park! Felt safe and secure the entire time! I would do this again!”
Pedal-assist e-bikes take you through San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Bay sights, and Balboa Park in 2.5 hours.
“Our family had a blast and learned a ton about San Diego we didn’t know!”
Private 2-hour Balboa Park tour with hotel pickup, Mercedes Sprinter comfort, and snacks. Gardens, museums, and iconic sights.
“Judy told us so many things about the Balboa Park. Was a great experience to spent at least two hours in the park.”
Drive an air-conditioned GPS GoCar through San Diego’s Little Italy, harbor icons, and Balboa Park in about two hours.
“This is a a unique way to see the city. The staff were super helpful. However the GPS instructions and commentary that was installed in the car rarely worked and would repeat itself. Thankfully we had been provided maps and an overview of the route. This made it fairly easy to find the right road to get back onto. As far as learning about the city- that part just wasn’t working at all.”
E-bike through Balboa Park’s museums, gardens, and landmarks with a local guide, helmets, snacks, and easy electric assist in 2 hours.
“This was the 2nd activity we scheduled with this company. It was a great e-bike tour around Balboa park. Jeff, our guide, was very entertaining, enjoyable and knowledgeable on all that is S.D. We will definitely schedule more future activities!”
A self-guided botanist story game through Balboa Park’s gardens and landmarks with 12 puzzles, private group play, and flexible pacing.
“My kids ENJOYED this. They enjoyed the story and solving the puzzles, and reading the map to direct us to the nxt location. This was a fun family activity.”
A 2-hour GPS talking car loop through Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park, with easy stops near Little Italy, the USS Midway, and Hillcrest.
“It was fun. We love the tour. It was very good.”
GPS-led 2-hour electric scooter ride through Little Italy, the Gaslamp, Balboa Park, Old Town, the Zoo area, and key waterfront sights.
“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.”
Private motorcycle sidecar tour from Downtown to Balboa Park. Helmet audio, USS Midway sights, and optional Coronado Bridge crossing.
“Being driven around on the motorcycle. My friend and I could not fit in the sidecar. If yo get another sidecar, you might want to add 10-15" to the seating. For hefty people like us. But i was glad I rode behind the driver. It was great. Relaxing anRead more”
Ride an open-air GoCar at night through Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park, with built-in GPS commentary and a lights-focused route to USS Midway.
“We had a wonderful time cruising the street of San Diego in our GoCar. The instructors were very helpful and the GPS system works great. It was beautiful to see San Diego sunset as the streets lite up.”
