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

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Wayne_S
1 year ago
This tour was way better than I expected. Synced to your gps, it provided timely info as you drove, and ability to go at your pace with opportunities for extended stops along the way. Our original tour was cancelled last minute, so this was our only other option but we got to see and learn about all the key sites for a fraction of the price.

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.

Departure 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.

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

Duration
2 hours - 3 hours

Languages Available
  • Audio guide - English

Points of Interest


Stop At: Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: SeaWorld
500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, California
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Ocean Beach
Newport Ave, , San Diego, California
Experience Ocean Beach’s hippie vibe while gazing at the West Coast’s longest fishing pier and its unusual design.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Sunset Cliffs
San Diego, CA 92107
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Point Loma
San Diego, California
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
1700 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, , San Diego, California
The tour passes by Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. You'll hear about the cemetery while you drive.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Cabrillo National Monument
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, Point Loma Ecological Reserve, San Diego, California
See where Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the first European to explore present-day California, made his initial landfall on the West Coast.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Gaslamp Quarter
Fourth Avenue between Broadway and Market, San Diego, California
On this drive, you'll be guided through the vibey Gaslamp Quarter and hear its history.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: San Diego Zoo
2929 Zoo Drive, Balboa Park, San Diego, California
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Balboa Park
1549 El Prado, , San Diego, California
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Cabrillo Bridge

The tour takes you over the Cabrillo Bridge.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Old Town San Diego
San Diego, California
The tour passes through Old Town San Diego. You'll hear a bit of its history while you drive.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Presidio Park
Presidio Drive at Taylor Street, , San Diego, California
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.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Camino De La Costa
Camino De La Costa, San Diego, CA 92037
You'll be guided along Camino de la Costa, La Jolla’s “Street of Dreams”.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Pacific Beach
San Diego, California
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: La Jolla
San Diego, CA
On this drive, you'll be guided through the city's unique beach neighborhoods like La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and Pacific Beach.
Duration: Not Available

Stop At: Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
6905 La Jolla Scenic Drive S., La Jolla, California
The tour ends on Mt. Soledad where you'll be greeted by a dramatic 360-degree view.
Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English

Exclusions
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me

Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Customer Reviews

4.2
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Patrick_R
The directions are late. Sometimes you are at the intersection when she tells you to turn. And even though, in the beginning, she tell you if you get off course she will let you know she never does. Also when she starts to talk it cuts off half the first word, instead of saying right turn all you hear is "ght" or left is "ft". It can get very confusing when your trying to navigate through traffic. I wouldn't recommend this app.
Larry_B
First day we tried the app shut down after about an hour and we could not get it to restart. Tried again another day and it worked fine.
Deanna_T
There are a limited number of times you can stop and start the app. We stopped to look around and the app said I had used it all up by the first few places.
Wayne_S
This tour was way better than I expected. Synced to your gps, it provided timely info as you drove, and ability to go at your pace with opportunities for extended stops along the way. Our original tour was cancelled last minute, so this was our only other option but we got to see and learn about all the key sites for a fraction of the price.
karenannt2018
Excellent stories about the local area. The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. Loved the emphasis on the beaches and history

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