GoCar San Francisco Tour in San Francisco booking from $92.44

GoCar San Francisco Tour

Overview

It's the most exhilarating, entertaining and enlightening way to see San Francisco - the first-ever GPS-guided storytelling car! The clever talking car navigates for you and points out the sights that bring San Francisco to life. Experience what the press is buzzing about, what visitors rave about and what Time Magazine has nominated "as one of the coolest inventions of the year".

City: San Francisco

Mon 06 Jan

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What's Included

Map

Tank of gas

Rental of GPS touring car

Rider orientation

8.75% environmental fee for carbon offset, gasoline and tire recycling

Helmets

Additional Info

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
GoCars hold a maximum of 2 people. Prices are per GoCar - not per person.
Pickup location must be chosen at time of booking. This is the location where your GoCar will be reserved
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.
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.
All renters must be able to read, understand and sign a liability release and waiver form (standard participant agreement)
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 $150 security deposit will be held. The security deposit is released when the GoCar is returned.
Foreign language options are available in French, Spanish, Italian and German
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
Can you stop along the way?
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!
Do you have to stay on the tour?
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.
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!
How fast does the car go?
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.
Can you cross the Golden Gate Bridge?
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.
What is a CDW?
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$150.00 instead of USD$400.00
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
All our vehicles and helmets are steam-cleaned between tours. High touch areas are wiped with disinfectant wipes, and helmets are treated overnight with UV light. Hand Sanitizer and Disinfectant Wipes are available to guests at any time during the check in process.

What To Expect

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (656)

chrissy

Apr 2013

It was a beautiful sunny day in San Francisco. I rent the go car for 3 hours. Unfortunately, half hour into the trip the GPS stopped working and we had to navigate our way back using a street map. It was hectic and nerve wracking as the traffic in San Francisco is heavy. The gentleman at the rental was sorry for this problem, offered us a free trip and told me I had to go through viator for refund. I called viator and Michelle, within 5 minutes on the phone refunded me the full cost. I would recommend this tour despite our difficulty as the half hour the gps worked, it took us on some beautiful sites.

Kelly L

Mar 2013

Vehicles were easy to operate and fun. However, we did our tour on a Sunday and were not told that many streets would be blocked off. When we encountered blocked off streets, we had to go off route. The GPS unit in the car does NOT re-route you. It only picks up your directions once you get back on the route. Therefor, we spent much of the first half of the tour looking at the map. Also, three hours was not long enough to complete the tour. We had to cut it short to avoid returning vehicle late. I would recommend picking up your vehicles in fisherman's wharf, this will save you a half an hour.

Jarrod L

Mar 2013

Honestly don't even read the rest of what I write. Go right now and book it if you're planning to visit San Fran. You won't regret it Really one of the best tours I've done anywhere. I must mention at the top of this review, I was absolutely nervous and apprehensive a week out from the trip. I had a small advantage. I'm Australian but I'd moved to Los Angeles for about 2 months before I did the tour, I had a car, so I was well up with American traffic (LA is a great way to throw yourself in the deep end). Honestly though, I think every single person can do this and will take away some great photos and memories. You get instructions while you sit in one of the cars on a small video screen. This is cool because you can see all the components of the GoCar while the video shows it to you. I was still very nervous, it is much like a motorbike with the handles, so coupled with traffic in a different city and everything else, I was worried. I cannot remember who got us on our way and set us up but he was very easy going and cool. He showed us again basically how to operate it and said "as soon as you make the first turn and go up the street you will be fine." He sets you on your way and he is completely right. After the first right turn it was smooth sailing and very easy to follow. The GPS guide is amazing you honestly can't get lost, well we did once and had to physically turn the GoCar because there is no reverse gear, but that's the fun of it. It is unlike a normal GPS and tells you exactly where you need to turn and be at exactly the right time. You can stop wherever you like, for a decent amount of time and get some cool photos. You get to see the major attractions and even drive down Lombard Street. A good tip is to pack some gloves and wear more clothing than the day dictates. It was a nice spring day, sun was out, yet my hands and body were bloody freezing. When we got out of the car it was then warm. Do. This. Tour. Don't be whimp like me because you'll regret it. You get to go out to the presidio , South Bay, China Beach, Golden Gate Park and see a lot of cool attractions others might miss. Great tour, best I did in San Francisco by a long way. Pay the money, do the tour, get some some photos, love life and tell everyone you know how cool it is

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