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

4.2
(31 reviews)
San Diego, USA

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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

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

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
Mount Soledad Memorial Park

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

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • (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.

    Admission ticket free
  • (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.

    Admission ticket free
  • Ocean Beach (Pass by)

    Experience Ocean Beach’s hippie vibe while gazing at the West Coast’s longest fishing pier and its unusual design.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (Pass by)

    The tour passes by Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. You'll hear about the cemetery while you drive.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • Gaslamp Quarter (Pass by)

    On this drive, you'll be guided through the vibey Gaslamp Quarter and hear its history.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour takes you over the Cabrillo Bridge.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • (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.

    Admission ticket free
  • Camino De La Costa (Pass by)

    You'll be guided along Camino de la Costa, La Jolla’s “Street of Dreams”.

    Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (Pass by)

    The tour ends on Mt. Soledad where you'll be greeted by a dramatic 360-degree view.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
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Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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