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September 2023 by C B.
We got the 3 hour tour from Groupon Through golden state park and drove by tons of beaches, golden gate Bridge (you do NOT cross Golden Gate Bridge *)++ MORE Ended up being out for 3.5 hours Easy checkin, next time I will rent for the day because it takes you through multiple awesome neighborhoods where you can explore restaurants/ shops/ thrift stores/ park / botanical gardens etc etc ... the park is huge !!!!!Rented 2 cars, you have to have DL We had our 12 and 16 year old with us.No reverse so careful on uturns .
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September 2023 by John C.
Great way to see the city. My wife and I got to see things we probably wouldn't have seen. Be sure to get the GPS. It helps and gives you a lot of information during the trip.
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September 2023 by Ceci
While I had a lot of fun on the GoCar tour, there are a few things that keep me from giving the whole experience a 5 out of 5.The people checking you in and the person telling you about the route were not the friendliest. I understand they were probably a little overwhelmed with a lot of people checking in and what not, but good customer service is crucial especially during busy times.As you're checking in you are informed of a $500 deposit hold that’s placed on your card if you do not wish to purchase insurance. I realized this deposit was not mentioned until after I booked and got my email confirmation… it was in the fine print that I am sure no one reads. This deposit is not mentioned anywhere on the website, but there is mention of an insurance sale for $26. As a consumer, this is a little deceiving.FYI: The card you use for the deposit, is also the card they will charge if you go over on time. ($1 per minute you go over your tour time.)Once you’re checked in, you watch a video to tell you how to use the carts and go over the rules and safety precautions, and when you're done you step outside where an instructor shows you again how to use the cart. The carts are like motorcycles, so you don't have to step on the brakes with your feet.The carts have a full tank of gas and are equipped with a little navigation system that shows and tells you where you are going. Once you start the tour, it's all at your own pace. The navigation system tells you stories as you get to specific points on the tour and it's actually a nice little entertaining as you drive around.The con of the navigation system: It will have ALL routes on it, not just your specific route.Personally, I would have liked the navigation system to have the specific tour we paid for, because it’s easy to get lost with so many routes. Especially if you're assigned a specific car when you check in. I also noticed that if you end up on a street that’s not on the designated routes, the system will stop talking, so be aware of this little issue that may arise.The tour itself is a fun little experience. You get to drive through various places you normally wouldn’t, and you get to park and walk around if you want to spend a little time in a specific area or take pictures if you’d like. I did a 3 hour tour, and I ended up needing more time! =)I would recommend this tour, if you are looking for something fun to do for the day. Just be aware of the deposit, the price you pay if you go over your time, and the fact that the GPS system can get a little confusing since it has all the routes on it.
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September 2023 by Cece S.
While I had a lot of fun on the GoCar tour, there are a few things that keep me from giving the whole experience a 5 out of 5. The people checking you in and the person telling you about the route were not the friendliest. I understand they were probably a little overwhelmed with a lot of people checking in and what not, but good customer service is crucial especially during busy times. As you're checking in you are informed of a $500 deposit hold that's placed on your card if you do not wish to purchase insurance. I realized this deposit was not mentioned until after I booked and got my email confirmation... it was in the fine print that I am sure no one reads. This deposit is not mentioned anywhere on the website, but there is mention of an insurance sale for $26. As a consumer, this is a little deceiving. FYI: The card you use for the deposit, is also the card they will charge if you go over on time. ($1 per minute you go over your tour time.)Once you're checked in, you watch a video to tell you how to use the carts and go over the rules and safety precautions, and when you're done you step outside where an instructor shows you again how to use the cart. The carts are like motorcycles, so you don't have to step on the brakes with your feet. The carts have a full tank of gas and are equipped with a little navigation system that shows and tells you where you are going. Once you start the tour, it's all at your own pace. The navigation system tells you stories as you get to specific points on the tour and it's actually a nice little entertaining as you drive around. The con of the navigation system: It will have ALL routes on it, not just your specific route.Personally, I would have liked the navigation system to have the specific tour we paid for, because it's easy to get lost with so many routes. Especially if you're assigned a specific car when you check in. I also noticed that if you end up on a street that's not on the designated routes, the system will stop talking, so be aware of this little issue that may arise. The tour itself is a fun little experience. You get to drive through various places you normally wouldn't, and you get to park and walk around if you want to spend a little time in a specific area or take pictures if you'd like. I did a 3 hour tour, and I ended up needing more time! =)I would recommend this tour, if you are looking for something fun to do for the day. Just be aware of the deposit, the price you pay if you go over your time, and the fact that the GPS system can get a little confusing since it has all the routes on it.
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September 2023 by Toni Warden
We took the 3 hour tour and our only regret was that we didn't reserve 4 hours. We had an absolute BLAST! Can't recommend enough. After adding the basic insurance $19.99, $10 tablet/gps guide (a must) & a couple of other nickel & dime stuff, we paid about just over $200 per person and no regrets!My recommendation to the staff is to assure their customers that there are plenty of bathroom stops along the route that are easy to spot, the beeping sound you hear is your turn signal & going over ALL buttons & switches before driving. My recommendation to anyone reading this is to be picky about the stops you make, and make each stop brief. Three hours goes by VERY quickly. OR you can come back late for an extra cost (don't know how much). Also, we started our tour early, around 8:30am on a Friday and experienced NO traffic. If you're worried about hills, no need. The provided route avoids steep hills.
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August 2023 by Peter Ferguson
This is SO MUCH FUN. The 2 hour tour is a bit of a rush and you don’t have much time to stop and take pics esp if Lombard street is busy. We loved it though! So so much fun
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August 2023 by Soumya A.
Although I've lived in California for years, I'll never turn down an opportunity to be a tourist! This was an amazing activity to learn more about the city in a fun and unique way. Things to note: - The vehicle itself is so fun to drive! - We signed up for a 3-4 hour tour, and although we thought it was enough time, we ended up finishing right before our time was up. - There's lots of places to stop on the route, most picturesque, so make sure you pace yourself. - It is slightly expensive, but you know that when you're booking. It's a unique experience, so I don't mind as much. - The vehicles don't go as fast as normal cars, so it's definitely a little intimidating to be driving alongside the road. At times, we felt guilty that we were slowing down traffic haha. - Parking in the area is terrible, so if you're trying to get to GoCars, I'd recommend any other mode of transportation.
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August 2023 by April Anderson
We had an amazing time on our GoCar! We rented 2 weeks ago and would 10/10 recommend to anyone considering this. We did a 3hr rental and it went by very fast! We chose not to stop at the Golden Gate Bridge because we were biking it later in the week...this allowed us more time to explore some other things.I was nervous about driving it, but it wasn't bad at all. Other drivers are very patient and accommodating...unlike here in the south! I wish we had enough time on our trip to rent one for a 2nd time!The audio portion was informative and helpful. Very well done. The turning directions are spot on too!
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August 2023 by Reagan Link
What a fun experience. The only way to see the city, we had a GPS guide yet we were in control of go car and had a blast!!! The staff was great, super kind and helpful. Enjoying their
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August 2023 by C C.
Awesome experience. Been to SF a handful of times and these little cars give you a whole different experience. My wife and I got 2 of the classic Go-Cars with our 5 and 8 year olds riding shotgun. Everyone had a blast. Cars have had a lot of love. Clutch went out on one of the cars (thankfully just a couple blocks away from the facility). They brought a replacement car relatively quickly. Recorded tour guide is pretty muffled out of the speaker and difficult to hear w/ the engine, but the real experience is simply just riding/driving around with the scenery. Definitely recommend doing this.
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July 2023 by Melissa Franklin
This experience was unbelievable! The absolute best way to spend a day in San Fransisco. Reserved the all day tour and made so many fun stops and saw so many beautiful sites!
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July 2023 by Jessica Auerbach
We did the 3 hour early bird tour and it was awesome. 3 hours was the perfect amount of time. We went on a Monday morning and it was fantastic because we missed all the traffic! The staff was so friendly and helpful. There was so much of this beautiful city we would have missed if it wasn’t for this tour. My kids had a BLAST. Highly recommend!
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July 2023 by 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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June 2023 by Debra Teixeira
We had a great time touring San Francisco with our own, personal little go car. We had a lot of fun waving to the crowds like we were celebrities, and learned things about San Francisco that we never knew. Plus it was great finding little hidden gems we never knew existed before! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to tour without the crowds of a bus!
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June 2023 by Juwles Armach
We love the GoCar ride it’s pretty cool. We’ve seen most of the top must see sights. I recommend getting the 3 hour or more so you can stop for 5-10 mins on each area and explore a bit or take pictures. This will also give you opportunity to stretch your legs so you don’t get cramps in between. The GoCar is kind of small and the seat will get uncomfortable in the long run. So getting out for a selfie or explore the area will help. You don’t need to worry about traffic the navigation will only take you to east road with less traffic. The navigation was very easy to follow and if you get off tract the navigation will tell you so.The check in process was quick the staff were accommodating and friendly. You should pay attention to the video it’s a guide how to navigate the vehicle.I suggest keeping a slow speed so you can enjoy the scene and vicinity instead on focusing on your driving skills. Also don’t forget to set your timer when you leave and empty your bladder. overall we enjoyed this ride so much we fill like we’re a kid again.
