A Local’s Guide to San Diego’s Sights: A GPS Self-Guided Drive

4.1 (35 reviews) San Diego, USA
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Duration2h - 3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Designed by a pair of lifelong California residents with a passion for the region’s hidden history, this immersive audio tour transforms your vehicle into a private theater on wheels.

While massive tour buses are confined to rigid schedules, this digital experience allows you to navigate at your own pace, uncovering the secret stories behind the "Street of Dreams" in La Jolla and the rugged, off-the-beaten-path majesty of Sunset Cliffs.

Your drive weaves audio stories through the historic Gaslamp Quarter, the coastal heights of Cabrillo National Monument, and the lush architecture of Balboa Park.

Using smart GPS technology, the commentary plays automatically as you drive, functioning entirely offline to ensure a seamless journey without data interruptions.

By the time you reach the panoramic summit of Mt. Soledad, you won't just have seen the sights—you’ll have experienced San Diego through the eyes of an insider who knows exactly where the city’s heart beats.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Our tour begins at the edge of Mission Bay and takes in legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  2. SeaWorld
    Pass by
    The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  3. Ocean Beach
    Pass by
    Experience Ocean Beach’s hippie vibe while gazing at the West Coast’s longest fishing pier and its unusual design.
  4. Pass by
    On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
  5. Point Loma
    Pass by
    The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  6. Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
    Pass by
    The tour passes by Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. You'll hear about the cemetery while you drive.
  7. Cabrillo National Monument
    Pass by
    See where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European to explore present-day California, made his initial landfall on the West Coast.
  8. Gaslamp Quarter
    Pass by
    On this drive, you'll be guided through the vibey Gaslamp Quarter and hear its history.
  9. San Diego Zoo
    Pass by
    The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  10. Balboa Park
    Pass by
    The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  11. Cabrillo Bridge
    Pass by
    The tour takes you over the Cabrillo Bridge.
  12. Old Town San Diego
    Pass by
    The tour passes through Old Town San Diego. You'll hear a bit of its history while you drive.
  13. Presidio Park
    Pass by
    The tour passes by legendary landmarks including SeaWorld San Diego, the Cabrillo National Monument at Point Loma, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Park and Presidio Park.
  14. Pass by
    You'll be guided along Camino de la Costa, La Jolla’s “Street of Dreams”.
  15. Pacific Beach
    Pass by
    On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
  16. Pass by
    On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
  17. Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
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    The tour ends on Mt. Soledad where you'll be greeted by a dramatic 360-degree view.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends in the parking lot of Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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