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    3.6 (553 reviews)
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    Jessica ..

    So much fun! Don't forget to bring gloves and a blanket. Easy to drive and the GPS tour was surprisingly interesting and I learned some new stuff (even being from the city) I definitely will be doing this again

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    Julianne L.

    I know the city well as a Bay Area native but I've always wanted to play tourist. This was a great and somewhat cheesy way to do it! The locals WILL laugh at you, but it's all in good fun. My non-local friend and I did a three hour tour around the city, costing us each around $100. We rented the 2-seater and were on our way, going around 25 MPH on city streets. We were able to hit a lot of the most iconic spots - Fisherman's Wharf, Ghiradelli Square, Fort Mason, Golden Gate Bridge, Legion of Honor, Land's End, Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, Palace of Fine Arts, Lombard Street, and more. You can get out of the car and take some photos at cool spots! The 2-seater GoCar is technically a motorcycle, so be aware that it is loud. I had a bit of a learning curve at the beginning because I've never ridden a motorcycle before, but the staff explain it to you and have you watch a video beforehand. The hardest thing is that you cannot reverse so you physically have to pull the GoCar backwards. There is also a GPS system with a planned route and a physical map provided. I had no issues with the GPS, but if one did, you can use your phone. If that also doesn't work, SF is basically a grid and it should be easy to get back on track if you're a bit lost. This is an exciting way to explore the city, the staff is helpful, and you'll definitely make memories!

    Elizabeth M.

    My first time riding in a Go cart buggy & in San Francisco it was so much fun would definitely do it again. The staff was super friendly & went through all the rules & directions. The go cart was well maintained did not have any mechanical issues. Can't wait to do it again!!

    Sherry F.

    What a fun experience to take parents on or anyone without a license! The driver does need one in order to drive any of their vehicles, but it's nice to be able to have a passenger for the ride. This is a self-guided tour, driving their GoCar vehicles. This means that throughout the ride, the tablet on the car will continuously and simultaneously give you directions and a tour of the route you're on. They have two models of GoCars: the regular go cars (up to 30 mph) and the e-sport one (electric - goes up to 80 mph, though I only went up to 45 on the GG bridge). Getting checked in took long but the young male worker that was there was super patient and nice with everyone that came in. Before riding, you have to watch a safety video and then the workers also go over the specifics of the vehicle. I rode on the e-sports model, so I could ride over the GG bridge. There were two main things I was worried about - getting lost and being too cold (this was during May). However, those worries were thankfully dispelled because the tour really babies the directions. It'll mention a sharp turn that's needed or a stop sign way ahead of time. So, I never got lost. My other worry was it would be very cold despite having a front-shield panel blocking the wind from the front. However, I was very relieved to discover the car had seat warmers for both driver and passenger seats, and also handlebar warmers! It was vastly needed as it was very windy throughout most of the ride, but the war made the experience more enjoyable and the wind/cold more bearable. Overall, an incredibly exciting and enjoyable activity albeit expensive!

    Kanticha T.

    Highly recommended! Jose was friendly and helpful :) it was a great idea to spend 3 hours with Gocar. Nice GPS with audio tour! 100% FUN!!!

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    Alesa W.

    This was such a fun experience! A must do while visiting San Fran! A great way to tour and explore the city! I was the driver in my car and I have to admit I was a little nervous at first just because San Fran roads are built different lol lots of steep roads (up and down) so I wasn't sure and I definitely don't want to hit someone or get hit while trying to enjoy this experience but it was definitely worth the "chance" I took being the driver and I faced my fears! It felt so good! It was also a beautiful day and we're able to hit Lombard street (all the zig zags), get a view of the Golden Gate Bridge and just venture out! I wish we had more time with the GoCar. There is a navigation on the each car so as long as your following the tour it will talk and give you the history of places and landmarks as you are driving the course; if you get off course or go the wrong way it will stop talking until you get back on track and then it will start talking again. I mean such a cool experience, I definitely want to go again and the experience this with my husband because when we went we didn't do this experience and I think he would enjoy it just as much as I did. They have mainly the 2 seaters for you and another person. They do have one that's similar to like an suv but I believe the man said they only have 1-2 of those and those are always the first to be taken. Highly recommended while visiting!!!

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    Tiffany M.

    My best friend & I decided to be tourist for a day in the city. We are Bay Area natives and we've been to the city many times. So we decided to put a little twist on this adventure. We went on Go Cars & drove over the Golden Gate Bridge, we stopped to take pictures and stopped in Sausalito for some seafood. We had a blast driving around in the Go Car, people passing would wave at us or take our pictures. The staff were very helpful & friendly. Jose set us up with our car and he explained how to navigate the tour and how to use the car. He even showed us multiple times how to use things and I appreciated that because I was nervous to drive. I got on and began to remember all the things Jose highlighted in his directions and I wasn't nervous anymore. I loved this experience and definitely will book again!

    Jessica P.

    We rented these super fun cars for Memorial Day in San Francisco. Check it was a little chaotic, they needed a few more people help but staff was friendly and helpful. Most importantly they have clean restrooms to use before you head out. You watch a video and then get a hands on tutorial before setting off. Our first car died as soon as and we pulled out, I think the battery was dead but they go us going right away with another one. We selected the three hour tour but honestly it's not enough time to stop more than once or twice. We had to cut our tour short and were still 15 mins late coming back. You need the whole day to get through the traffic of the city and enjoy all the sights. Also bring a cushion for your bum, the seats get a little hard after three hours of putting around. Very friendly staff and fabulous routes preprogrammed into the cars, just book the whole day or prepare to pay late fees.

    Tiffany W.

    Whenever I have family visiting or friends I highly recommend this excursion in SF. Fun and safe way to explore and just relax. Pro tip: I'd recommend getting a city pass from gocitypass.com it's literally half off for two people for an hour so instead of paying $85 it's about $60-80 for TWO people. Make sure to listen to the video carefully because it's easy to get lost and go over time. Note, they have a GPS screen and audio available where an automated voice talks you through the history of spots you drive by. IMPORTANT: make sure when you return you ask them to walk you through billing/time stamps because every single time I've gone I've almost gotten scammed. They say the clock won't start until you get off the property. Example, I left the lot at 12:01pm I know this because I set an hour timer on my phone and I returned it with a minute to spare. When I asked the worker to check my receipt they said it'll get emailed to me and any additional charges would get added to my card. I mentioned no, I'd like to see my time stamp and when he checked it said I had the car since 11:40am which was actually when I signed the waiver in line. I had to explain to them that the hour shouldn't count for when I check into GoCars. Without debate, he changed it in their system but if I had not asked, I would've gotten charged an additional $50!!!! This also happened the last time I came. I don't mind coming back because I make sure to note it down and take record for myself but they should seriously look into changing their system!!!!

    Steven W.

    I have been wanting to do this for so long and it is not in all locations. We used a Go City Pass so we had to call and make reservations. We called on the day of and we were able to make a reservation. The Go City pass only gives you 30 minutes. If you do 60 minutes it's about $48 more. They make you watch a safety instructional video and then they show you how to drive. The car has a GPS but it is delayed so it is not the best. The paper map is somewhat easy to read. The 30 minute ride will lead you to Lombard Street, but the traffic alone made our experience 60 minutes so we had to pay the additional $48 but it was worth it, because we had so much fun. Other drivers root for you and cheer you on. It can go pretty fast. It is as if you are driving a motorcycle as the car has no pedals.

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    Fast and affordable. Print with warranty. Would recommend to anyone! Price was unbelievable!

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    Could I use my own bike helmet?

    You must wear a DOT approved motorcycle helmet to participate. If you have one, you are welcome to use it. However, a standard bicycle helmet is not approved for use with our vehicles. Please note that all our helmets are sanitized in between… Read more

    Are you able to take your pets on this tour car?

    Many people have taken dogs on tour with them. They have to either sit on the passenger's lap or in the passenger seat. They cannot sit on the driver's lap. Any traveller with a pet must exercise extra caution - you must ensure the dog stays in… Read more

    How does parking work? Are there designated areas or do you just park regularly like other cars and do you have to pay for parking? Also, has anyone done the full day tour? Is it worth it?

    Thanks for your question! Gocar's can park anywhere a car (or motorcycle) can park. Regular rules apply: if it is a paid stall you do have to pay the meter. Generally, once you are out of the downtown / Fisherman's Wharf area, you can find free… Read more

    How fast do they go? Does the company provide insurance? Accident coverage for medical needs?

    The cars can go up to a maximum 35 mph (56 kph). We provide options to limit your liability in the case of an accident, as the vehicles are legally considered scooters in California and may not be covered under auto plans.

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    The experience of cruising down toward the golden gate bride and Lombard street was amazing.

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