San Diego

15 Best Balboa Park Tours

I put this list together for Balboa Park, which at 1,200 acres outgrows Central Park. Most of its ornate buildings date to the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and now hold the park’s museums. A guided walk covers the core in about two hours; on your own you’ll wander twice that.

1.San Diego Balboa Park Highlights Small Group Tour With Coffee

Discover the hidden gems of Balboa Park on a small group tour. Indulge in coffee and soak in the beauty of San Diego's iconic park like never before.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We loved the tour and thought Jennifer was someone we could be friends with. The tour was 100% worth it. We loved everything about this day.”

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2.Private Balboa Park Segway Tour

Discover the magic of Balboa Park on a private Segway tour. Uncover hidden gems and experience the beauty of this iconic San Diego landmark. Book your adventure today!

★ 5.0

“Experiencing not just Balboa Park with your own personal guide but on a SEGWAY! Such a cool tour and very immersive. Great tour guide as well. Recommend 👍🏼”

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3.GoCar 2HR Tour: Downtown & Balboa

Discover the hidden gems of Downtown & Balboa with GoCar 2HR Tour. Explore iconic landmarks and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Unforgettable adventure awaits!

“The experience was nice! It was a bit windy on the day we went so it was a little hard, but wasn’t too much of a problem. We did go of course and into another route, but still saw some nice sights. Cassandra was really…”

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4.Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour With Pictures

Explore the stunning sights of Balboa Park on an exhilarating electric scooter tour. Uncover hidden gems with stunning pictures. Join us now!

★ 5.0

“This was a really cool way to visit the park. Jesse was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. If you’re considering booking.. Do It!”

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7.The Private Balboa Park Tour

Savor the hidden gems of San Diego's iconic Balboa Park with a customizable, small-group tour led by knowledgeable guides, offering a personalized experience.

★ 5.0

“Excellent walking tour. Guide was very knowledgable and friendly, and he came prepared with water and snacks! Thank you for a full education on Balboa Park!”

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8.2 Hr. Downtown and Balboa Tour in the GPS Guided Vanderhall Gocar

Looking for a unique and convenient way to explore downtown San Diego and Balboa Park? Join the 2 Hr. Downtown and Balboa Tour in the GPS Guided Vanderhall Gocar and discover the highlights and hidden gems that await!

★ 4.5

“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.…”

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9.E-Bike Tour in Balboa Park

Experience the allure of Balboa Park on an E-Bike Tour, but what hidden treasures will you discover along the way?

★ 5.0

“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!”

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13.2Hr GPS Self Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park

Embark on a whirlwind adventure through San Diego's vibrant streets and iconic landmarks, but what makes this tour truly unique?

★ 4.0

“This guided scooter tour was lot of fun.. it was a bit scary at times riding with traffic and along side the freeway. It would have been better just to have stayed by the harbor or just old town.”

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14.Viator Exclusive GoCar After Dark: Self-Guided Tour of Gaslamp and Balboa Park

Dive into the mysterious allure of San Diego after dark with the Viator Exclusive GoCar tour, where each corner holds a hidden gem waiting to be revealed.

★ 4.5

“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.”

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15.Downtown to Balboa Park Tour

Adventure awaits on the Downtown to Balboa Park Tour, where vibrant streets lead to unforgettable experiences—what hidden gems will you discover?

★ 5.0

“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…”

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