San Diego Explorer Pass

Head to the Japanese Friendship Garden San Diego in Balboa Park.

Visit the Japanese Friendship Garden with a zooFAmily San Diego pass

Pay nothing upon arrival – simply scan your digital pass
Explore the zen garden in Balboa Park
Access the koi ponds, stepping stones, and landscaped features
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California
Stroll around this peaceful garden in San Diego’s Balboa Park – the nation’s largest urban cultural park.

The zen design of the Japanese Friendship Garden boasts traditional water and stone elements, two koi ponds, a bonsai collection, and unique attractions such as a cast bronze kannon bosatsu statue from 1735 AD. You'll enjoy the relaxing ambiance of the garden which fuses Japanese aesthetics with southern Californian characteristics.
The garden was created as a gesture of friendship between the US and Japan and combines water, pastoral and mountain scenes, also known as 'San-Kei-En' - a three-tiered experience. As you explore, you'll learn about all the little landscaped details and what they represent in Japanese culture.
Each calming element will bring a sense of peace and tranquility to your San Diego trip, so don't miss the chance to take some time out and enjoy this cultural sanctuary.

zooFamily San Diego passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes Japanese Friendship Garden tickets plus entry to other top attractions.

Take a look inside this sensational museum that displays a stunning array of folk art from all over the world

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With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Explore a vast array of crafts and design from the global folk community
10,000 sq. ft. of space for exhibitions and programming
Access to temporary exhibitions
All new theater and education center
Don't miss the shop and café
The Mingei International Museum is a celebration of the art of daily use from all eras and cultures of the world.
Here you can discover art, craft and design from folk cultures and gain an understanding of the joy of making.
The Museum collects, conserves and exhibits these arts of daily life – by unknown craftsmen of ancient times, from traditional cultures of past and present and by historical and contemporary designers.
You'll get a close look at pottery, wood carvings, textiles, retablos, masks bronzes, costumes, jewelry, and much more from all four corners of the globe.
What's more, the collection sits in the stunning House of Charm, a gorgeous Mission Revival Style buidling that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Did you know?

The word mingei, meaning 'art of the people,' was coined by the Japanese scholar Dr. Sōetsu Yanagi by combining the Japanese words for all people (min 民) and art (gei 芸).

What's on

Take a look at the exhibition schedule to plan your visit.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Mingei International Museum tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

If you love cars, you have to use a Go San Diego pass to get San Diego Automotive Museum admission.

Visit the San Diego Automotive Museum with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
San Diego Automotive Museum admission and historic and cultural exhibits to explore.
90 vehicles to explore include Louie Mattar's famous car.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California.
Discover a world of American automobiles at this museum dedicated to cars and transport. It was started by renowned car collector, Briggs Cunningham, back in 1988 and has since become a must-visit attraction for millions of automotive buffs.
Here you'll find 90 incredible vehicles on display, including a $75,000 Cadillac complete with a toilet, a fridge, and self-inflating tires. There are also plenty of exhibits detailing the history of the American automotive industry and how cars contribute to American culture.
Kids will also enjoy sitting in a real racecar and climbing onto a full-sized motorcycle, too.

San Diego Automotive Museum highlights

Louie Mattar's Car – this impressive vehicle is every car lover's fantasy. It was designed by Louis Mattar who broke a cross-country endurance record in 1947 by driving the car from San Diego to New York and back without stopping. You'll find out all about the car's unique mechanisms that prevented him from stopping and it's quirky features throughout.
Harley Davidson Collection – learn all about the origins and prototypes of this famous bike brand.
Cars & Society – browse a permanent car collection comprised of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes San Diego Automotive Museum tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.
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Home Explorer Pass Attractions Living Coast Discovery Center
Discover the Living Coast Discovery Center, San Diego Bay’s native wildlife center.

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With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
General admission to the Living Coast Discovery Center.
Free guided nature walks on select days.
Access to a shallow water touch tank with rays.
A zoo-quarium that focuses on the importance of coastal resource conservation, the Living Coast Discovery Center features a number of diverse and fascinating exhibits, set just steps from the pristine coastline of San Diego Bay.

Living Coast Discovery Center San Diego highlights

Kids and adults will love the Living Coast Discovery Center which features native Southern California wildlife. In Turtle Lagoon, get up close and personal with the Living Coast’s own endangered Eastern Pacific Green Sea Turtles. And don't miss the Shark & Ray Experience - a 21,000-gallon aquarium that includes a shallow-water touch tank where you can actually touch the resident rays.
At the Living Coast Discovery Center San Diego, you can step into the Shorebird Aviary and enter the home of native water and shorebirds, including egrets, ducks, and herons. At Eagle Mesa, you'll come face-to-face with the majestic national symbols of the United States and Mexico: the Bald eagle and Golden eagle. Take a walk down Raptor Row and meet the Living Coast’s native birds of prey, including hawks, owls, osprey, and even the Turkey vulture.

As you’re exploring, take notice of the beautiful gardens featuring San Diego’s rich mosaic of plant species. You can take a stroll on the National Wildlife Refuge’s 1.5 miles of walking trails leading to the shoreline, where you may catch a glimpse of a soaring harrier, shorebirds, rabbits, and maybe even an Osprey diving down for lunch.

Explore Living Coast Discovery Center San Diego

Discover the wonders of native wildlife at the Living Coast Discovery Center in San Diego. Experience hands-on exhibits, meet fascinating animals, and learn about vital conservation efforts.

Unforgettable Adventures in San Diego

Join guided tours, bird-watching expeditions, and interactive animal encounters for an unforgettable adventure at this unique coastal gem, where nature and education come to life.
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Living Coast Discovery Center San Diego tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

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The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is a model railroad exhibit located in Balboa Park.

Visit the San Diego Model Railroad Museum with a zooFamily San Diego pass

Pay nothing upon arrival – simply scan your digital pass
Access the largest model railroad display in the world
Entry to six permanent train exhibits plus featured rotating exhibits
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California
All aboard for the largest model railroad display in the world, an interactive toy train gallery, and a Mac’s Kids Corner Engine activity room. You don't need to be a train enthusiast to enjoy the miniature models and tiny railroading systems at this unique museum.
Explore six massive operating scale-modeled layouts that depict the great and historic railroads of the Southwest and learn all about the prominent women in the railroad industry, and how their often-overlooked contributions have made this mode of transport what it is today.
You'll also find an interactive toy train gallery and a relief map of San Diego County featuring a hands-on computer display. The various educational displays contain a centralized traffic control machine, a working semaphore, and a crossing signal, encouraging both children and adults to feel like a part of the world of model trains.

Model Railway Museum highlights

Tehachapi pass – famous among railroad fanatics for its curvy stretch known as 'The Loop', the Tehachapi Pass is a 70-mile railroad line between Bakersfield and Mojave, and SDMRM has replicated it in full, complete with mountains and the whole thing is built to 1/87th its actual size.
San Diego & Arizona Eastern – this spectacular replica models the prototype railroad connecting San Diego with El Cajon and El Centro, and features an impressive 10-foot high model of the treacherous Carrizo Gorge and Goat Canyon trestle.
Pacific Desert Lines – based on detailed turn-of-the-century plans to lay a railroad from San Diego to the east coast, this computer-controlled replica features a meticulously detailed Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad Power Plant, which took hundreds of hours to complete.
Toy Train Gallery – everything is tiny in this exhibit, which features a 42 by 44-foot permanent layout including very lifelike scenery, figurines, and trains with horns and real smoke! Also on display are a rare collection of Lionel type models from the 1920s through the 1950s, complemented by select pieces of railroad-inspired artwork by Angela Trotta Thomas.
The Centennial Railway Garden - this G scale garden railroad is modeled after the park as it existed in 1915. The exhibit is solar powered and the plants are drought tolerant, making this display one of the only green technology exhibits in Balboa Park. The trolley cars that run on the layout are modeled after the Class 1 Street Car which was created specifically for the 1915 Exposition.
zooFamily San Diego passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes San Diego Model Railroad Museum tickets plus entry to other top attractions.

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Get a deep dive into the weird and wonderful world of anthropology with this museum's eclectic exhibits

Visit the Museum of Us with a zooFamily San Diego pass

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Exhibits detailing the human experience including Cannibals: Myth & Reality
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California
From cannibals and beer history to learning about the power of secrets to our relationships with animals and the truth about cannibalism – there’s something for everyone at the San Diego Museum of Us.
The Museum of Us is a cultural anthropology museum that explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. Nestled in the heart of San Diego's historic Balboa Park, the Museum of Us brings together history, anthropology, art, and cultural resources from ancient and contemporary cultures underneath its grand Rotunda, educating visitors of all ages.

Museum of Us exhibits

San Diego Museum of Us Cannibals: Myth & Reality – in this thoughtful (and gore-free) Cannibal exhibit, you’ll discover that cannibals aren’t who you think they are. They’re warriors from many cultures, European kings and queens, American and European sailors, American colonists, accident survivors, the sick, and more. You might even find you have some cannibalistic habits yourself. This is exhibit is on view for a limited time and is recommended for ages 10 and up.
Climb the California Tower! - see San Diego from new heights and learn about the diverse history of San Diego on a 40-minute guided Tower tour.
PostSecret – for over a decade, millions of people all over the world have been anonymously sharing their secrets with Frank Warren, founder of the community art project, PostSecret. Each postcard submission is a unique work of art handmade by people who needed to share and release their secrets into the world. Now, you can share in those secrets in this one-of-a-kind exhibit: experience thousands of original postcards from the PostSecret project, discover San Diego’s secrets from locals and share your own secret by creating and submitting a postcard of your own.
Race: Are We So Different? – most of what we think about race is based on myth, folklore, or assumptions unsupported by genetics or biology. This exhibit explains the origins of race and racism and helps us understand how to deal with them in productive, enlightening ways. It is a platform to raise awareness, build community, and positively impact the ways in which we treat each other.
BEERology – agriculture, cities, writing, and religion all have ties to ancient craft brewing. Learn fascinating stories and see phenomenal artifacts that reveal the links between beer and culture.
You’ll leave this unique museum with a better understanding of what makes us alike as humans, what makes us different, and what makes us unique in our universe.

zooFamily San Diego passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes San Diego Museum of Us tickets plus entry to other top attractions.

Get immersed in natural history and learn more about the world around you at the San Diego Natural History Museum, also known as The Nat.

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Pay nothing at the gate – simply show your pass and you're in!
Includes access to all permanent exhibits and films in the Giant Screen Theater
Enjoy four floors of interactive exhibits to explore
Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego, so don't forget to check them out
With four floors of interactive exhibits, featuring everything from fossils and dinosaur bones to rare books and animals, there’s something for everyone at The Nat. Your Natural History Museum San Diego admission includes access to all films played on the museum’s giant-screen, 300-seat theater with daily showings of 2D films.
Your San Diego Natural History Museum admission includes access to all films played on the museum’s giant-screen, 300-seat theater with daily showings of 2D films.

San Diego Natural History Museum highlights

Fossil Mysteries – San Diego is an archaeological hotbed, and was once a haven for the giants of prehistory: dinosaurs. Examine fossils and use archaeological tools to find the answers to the mysteries of bones and fossils. You’ll travel through a period of 75 million years, from the time of dinosaurs to the ice ages.
Coast to Cactus in Southern California – take an immersive walk through the major regions of southern California—coast, inland valleys, mountains, and desert—and celebrate the abundant variety of life found here.
Extraordinary Ideas from Ordinary People – a History of Citizen Science – learn about naturalists associated with the Museum and the impact their work and observations have had on science as we know it today. Rare books, art, photographs, historical documents, and plant and animal specimens are brought together to prove that everyone can participate in science.
Unshelved – get a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of The Nat's underground storage areas where 8 million historic specimens are held.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes San Diego Natural History Museum tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Get Maritime Museum of San Diego admission and learn about western maritime history.

Visit the Maritime Museum of San Diego with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
General admission includes the boarding of historic vessels including Star of India.
Immersive exhibits and storytelling of pacific heritage.
This must-see maritime museum is home to the oldest active ship in existence and the world’s deepest diving submarine, the USS Dolphin.

Discover San Diego Maritime Museum

Step into the captivating world of seafaring at the Maritime Museum San Diego. This nautical wonderland showcases a diverse collection of historic vessels and fascinating exhibits, unveiling the rich maritime heritage of the region.
You'll have access to one of the finest collections of historic ships in the US, which are all faithfully restored and maintained by the museum.
Many ships, including Star of India, are National Historic Landmarks and listed in the US Register of Historic Places. Other vessels you’ll experience include the San Salvador, the 1898 steam ferry Berkeley, the 1914 Pilot, and the Vietnam-era PCF 816 Swift boat.
You'll also find plenty of family-friendly, immersive exhibits detailing ancient voyages, the San Diego Navy, commercial fishing, and a complete history of western maritime travel.

Maritime Museum of San Diego highlights

The Star of India – this ancient ship has something of a cursed history. Built in 1863 at the Ramsey Shipyard in the Isle of Man, the unusual iron ship began its sailing life with two almost-deadly voyages to India, surviving a collision and a mutiny, and ending up in the middle of a cyclone. Shortly afterwards, her first captain died on board. The ship subsequently went on to make 21 circumnavigations and carried many immigrants to faraway lands.
The Californian – the official tall ship of the State of California. It was built in San Diego from the ground up in 1984, just in time for the Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games.
USS Dolphin – the deepest-diving submarine in existence.
San Salvador – the first European vessel to reach America’s West Coast, a startling sixty-five years before the first English Settlement came to be on the continent, and eighty years before the Mayflower ever made its famed voyage.
H.M.S. Surprise – check out the ship that is featured in the award-winning film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.

Get stuck in and learn about all things science at San Diego's immersive science center at the Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park.

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With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy one free IMAX science-themed film screening.
Hands-on exhibits for families and kids to enjoy.
Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego, so don't forget to check them out.
There are plenty of hands-on, interactive exhibits to keep you busy, covering everything from renewable energy and household technology to light, perception, and physics.
The Fleet Science Center at Balboa Park connects people of all ages and aims to help you understand how the power of science can create a better future. Design images with a sand pendulum, analyze the vibrations of guitar strings and get immersed in an IMAX film adventure that shows the wonders of the planet. Little ones will love Kid City, where conveyor belts, cranes and shopping carts take center stage.

Fleet Science Center with IMAX highlights

MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition – does toast always land butter-side down? What keeps you drier: running in the rain or walking through it? Can you really pull a tablecloth off of a fully set table without disturbing a dish? In this awe-inspiring, hands-on exhibition, you can put these myths to the test - just as the team from the popular MythBusters TV show have done for years. Use scientific observations and your own curiosity to search for the truth behind some commonly held beliefs.
Retro-Active Science – explore the Fleet's classic collection of science exhibits and make new discoveries about the world around you. Exhibits are designed for all ages and cover a variety of fundamental scientific principles, from light and perception to physics and engineering, and there are over 30 to see.
Dream! Design! Build! – get stuck into engineering activities in Dream! Design! Build! This exhibition features hands-on building activities to help you dream like a visionary, design like an architect, and build like an engineer.
Power Play San Diego – built exclusively for the Fleet, Power Play San Diego challenges visitors to try and keep the power grid in balance while maximizing the use of renewable energy sources. When you're in charge of the grid, you'll have the responsibility of delivering power from the production sources to homes, offices, schools and other businesses in San Diego. Try to keep the power grid in balance and avoid a blackout.
Kid City – let your little ones test their real-world skills as they check out the different systems and processes that make the world go around. From conveyor belts and cranes to shopping carts and nutrition models, Kid City is a great place for parent-guided exploration and learning.
So Watt – an Illuminating look at energy conversion, conservation, and the science behind everyday appliances.
San Diego’s Water – From Source to Tap – discover where this city’s water actually comes from and how it's delivered across the metropolitan area. Get your hands wet as you learn about conservation and preservation - great for all ages.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Fleet Science Center tickets + 1 IMAX showing, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

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If you're looking for a San Diego aquarium, look no further than Birch Aquarium at Scripps in La Jolla.

Visit the Birch Aquarium at Scripps with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Birch Aquarium admission included.
See over 5,000 fish in 60 habitats.
Hands-on activities including touch pools.
Feedings, talks, and multimedia displays.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California.

Learn about living coral reefs, watch baby seahorses play, listen to whale songs, and even pet sea stars at this immersive aquarium in San Diego.
The Birch Aquarium is home to more than 5,000 fish in over 60 habitats. And you'll see everything from sharks and lobsters to turtles while learning all about ocean science and the marine environment. There are daily feedings and sea life interactions to watch, and if you want to get hands-on, you can head to the touch pool and pet sea stars and crabs.
The Birch Aquarium interprets the research and discoveries of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography – a world leader in marine science – so you'll be learning straight from the source.

Birch Aquarium highlights

Hall of Fishes – from the frigid waters of the Pacific Northwest to the tropical Indo-Pacific seas, there are always unique creatures to spot in the Hall of Fishes. Don’t miss the giant pacific octopus and the rescued loggerhead sea turtle (and the 3D printed brace on her shell).
Giant Kelp Forest – be dazzled by this two-story tall exhibit that showcases the giant kelp forests found throughout southern California. Spot bright orange Garibaldi fish and marvel at the endangered (and huge) giant black seabass.
Seadragons & Seahorses – this exhibit features one of the largest seadragon habitats in the world. Learn all about these charismatic creatures and get a peek into the work the aquarium’s renowned husbandry team is doing to ensure their survival.
Tide Pool Plaza – get your hands wet for an up-close look at "life on the edge" of the ocean. You’ll get to touch sea stars, sea anemones, hermit crabs, sea cucumbers, lobsters, and more organisms that live in rocky intertidal habitats.
Shark Shores – meet the ‘locals’ when you come face-to-face with leopard sharks, rays, and more in this large outdoor exhibit that explores the animals that live next door to Birch Aquarium at La Jolla Shores.
Research in Action: 100 Island Challenge – more than an engaging coral display, it is also a working laboratory for Scripps Oceanography scientists to test research equipment before heading around the world to study wild coral reefs.
Expedition at Sea: RV Sally Ride Gallery – showcases what it’s like to live and work onboard Scripps Oceanography’s newest scientific research vessel. Get hands-on with kinetic sandboxes, see unusual specimens, and learn what it takes to work at sea.
Oddities: Hidden Heroes of the Scripps Collections - It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a … Giant Tube Worm? The aquarium’s comic-inspired exhibit highlights the astonishing adaptations of creatures from the world-renowned Scripps Oceanographic Collections.
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Birch Aquarium tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

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Dive in for a few laps of the huge pool, or tackle the floating obstacle course at Plunge San Diego.

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With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
You get an all-day pass with access to the pool, sauna, fitness area and showers.
Pass holders get an exclusive 20% off all Speedo and Sun Bum products on the day of their visit.
Beautiful beachside location with a retractable roof and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Plunge San Diego is an enormous recreational facility located next to Belmont Park, right on Mission Beach.
Built in 1925, the original Plunge was once the world’s largest saltwater pool. Its 2019 makeover has transformed it into a modern mecca for swimmers of all ages. Dive in!
Your day pass gives you unlimited use of the enormous pool, with its seven lap lanes and a separate area that includes a huge floating obstacle course and state-of-the-art basketball hoop. A retractable roof lets the sun flow in on hot summer days and there are fine panoramic views year round from the floor-to-ceiling windows.
Poolside, there’s an additional 1000 square feet of fitness space, with spin bikes, rowing machines, a sauna and more.

Plunge San Diego highlights

Floating obstacle course - hours of fun for kids and adults alike
Lap lanes - there are seven lap lanes, each 25 yards long
Mission Beach location - make a day of it with a picnic on the beach

Explore all things science and aviation at the San Diego Air and Space Museum.

Visit The San Diego Air and Space Museum with your zooFamily San Diego Pass

Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
Hands-on exhibits and aircraft to explore
Enjoy a 4D air and space-themed cinema screening
Military aircrafts and jets to see
Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego
You'll journey through the history of flight and explore beautifully-restored aircraft and hands-on exhibits. There's a model of the Montgolfier brothers’ hot air balloon of 1783, a Spitfire Mk XVI and a 4D theatre where you can take to the skies.
Learn all about the history of aviation, space flight, and get a sense of the danger and excitement involved in air combat.

San Diego Air and Space Museum highlights

Apollo 9 – see an actual Apollo command module – one of only 13 on display in the world -- which helped NASA take one step closer to landing men on the Moon in 1969.
3D/4D Zable Theater – enjoy immersive films and feel like you're soaring through the air in the only theater of its kind in Balboa Park.
Spirit of St. Louis – stand next to a remarkable flight-worthy replica of the famous plane Charles Lindbergh flew solo across the Atlantic in 1927.

zooFamily San Diego passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes an Air and Space Museum ticket and entry to other top attractions.

Choose an All-Inclusive for free entry or add to Build Your Own to save up to 20%.

Looking for things to do in San Diego? hit the UTC Ice Sports Center for the ultimate ice-skating experience

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With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Skip-the-line entry to the UTC Ice Sports Center.
Rental skate hire for children ages two and up, and adults up to size 15.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in and around San Diego.
Show off your skating skills or get to grips with the ice at the UTC Ice Sports Center in San Diego,
The UTC Ice Sports Center is conveniently located just inside the Westfield UTC shopping center, just below the food court in an amazing, arena-like environment. It's the perfect place to spend a day with family and friends. Experience the thrill of UTC ice skating with zooFamily
Rental skates are available for children ages two and up, and adult sizes are available up to size 15. This is the perfect all-weather attraction to keep everyone busy.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes UTC Ice Sports Center tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Enjoy modern art with a view at this exemplary museum in San Diego's seaside suburb of La Jolla.

Discover the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - La Jolla with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Explore the museum's art park, sculpture garden and seaside terraces.
Enjoy special exhibitions by contemporary artists.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego invites you to come and our world through the prism of contemporary art.
Established in 1941, the museum celebrates art since the 40s and showcases an internationally recognized collection and a dynamic schedule of exhibitions and public programs.
Take a look at their current and upcoming exhibitions here.

The museum has recently quadrupled in size, allowing for more gallery space and an even greater collection of fascinating objects. It's coastal setting means that you are surrounded by gorgeous views to enjoy with the art.
What's more, you'll also find a selection of contemporary books and innovative design objects at The Shop.
This La Jolla museum is the sister site to the Museum of Contemporary Art in San Diego's Downtown. Make sure to stop in here too for an extra slice of culture.
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes MCASD tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.
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Hop in the saddle to see San Diego from a whole new perspective.

Get 3 Hours of San Diego Bike Rental with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy 3-hours of cycle time around San Diego.
Helmets, locks, bike bags and maps are all included with your pass.
Explore San Diego at your own pace as you ride around the city – stop off for sightseeing or snack breaks, or just cruise around in the sun taking it all in.
Set off from the central store front location and head round town or along the waterfront as you discover the vibrant variety San Diego has to offer. Check out Balboa Park, the Bea Evenson Fountain, San Diego Zoo, the Japanese Friendship Garden, the Gas Lamp Quarter or see it all!
With your pass you'll get a bike, a map and all the accessories you might need to see San Diego from the saddle.

On your marks. Get set. Go!

Spend a full day snorkeling with Bike and Kayak's snorkel rental San Diego.  

Get free snorkel gear rentals with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Get snorkel, mask, wetsuit, and flippers rental for one calendar day.
Enjoy a self-guided exploration of the coral reefs and marine life.
Your pass also gives you access to many more top attractions in San Diego.
San Diego is one of the world’s most ecologically diverse areas, and you'll get the chance to discover its colorful marine life. Dolphins, sea lions, and golden garibaldi fish call the area home, so don't miss the chance to explore an underwater paradise.
If you're looking for things to do in San Diego, you should definitely rent or hire snorkel gear so you can spend a day underwater.
You'll get a snorkel, mask, a wetsuit, and even flippers to propel you through the water. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the crystal clear waters and take some underwater snaps of the colorful coral. Keep your eyes peeled for the bizarre-looking Shovel Nose Guitar Fish or a harmless Leopard Shark swimming around in the kelp forest.

San Diego Snorkel Rental highlights

Garibaldi – the beautiful orange and bluefish that has been dubbed the 'official marine fish' of the state of California. These stunning little creatures can be seen swimming near the La Jolla Caves, and usually linger near coral and rocky bottoms.
Dolphin - usually seen herding fish from the local kelp beds, these marine mammals are normally visible in the mornings and late in the afternoon. Look out for flocks of sea birds, which usually indicate the presence of dolphins.
Sea Lions - catch these playful creatures splashing around in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve or the La Jolla Caves, where they're usually seen in abundance. Don’t get too close though, these cute lions are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Snorkel Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.
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Explore sunny San Diego from the water with a 90-minute stand-up paddleboarding rental La Jolla experience.

Experience the Stand-Up Paddleboard Rental La Jolla with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
90-minute rental of paddleboarding San Diego.
Board, paddle and life vest included.
Explore La Jolla's Ecological Reserve.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California.
You’ll get amazing views of La Jolla's Ecological Reserve, which includes kelp beds, dramatic cliff sides, and even dolphins, sea lions, and leopard sharks.
Your Bike and Kayak Tours La Jolla rental includes everything you need to explore the coast – a stand-up paddleboard, paddles, and life vests.
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes La Jolla - 90-Minute Stand-Up Paddle Board tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

If you're looking for things to do in San Diego, why not spend the day learning to surf with surfboard rental by Bike and Kayak Tours La Jolla.

Enjoy Surf Board Rental La Jolla with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Includes a full day surfboard rental La Jolla.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in and around San Diego.
Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, you can experience the famous San Diego surf with a full day's surfboard rental from Bike and Kayak in La Jolla.
La Jolla Shores is one of San Diego’s best and most popular beaches for catching waves and surfing. It’s semi-protected from southwest winds which make for calmer waters and an easier location to learn the sport. You’ll get to surf all day, enjoy the beautiful shores of La Jolla (known as “the jewel” of San Diego), and experience the SoCal lifestyle and surf community San Diego is famous for.
The beach has lifeguards on duty year-round, making this spot suitable for both beginners and novices.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes La Jolla - Surf Board Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

If you're looking for things to do in Coronado, San Diego, why not enjoy a leisurely bike ride with a rental by SUP and Saddle?

Enjoy a full-day bike rental with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy a full-day bike rental from SUP and Saddle.
Helmet, water bottle holder and detailed map included.
Customize your own route around Coronado.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in and around San Diego.
Explore the sights of picturesque Island on two wheels with a full-day Coronado bike rental adventure.
Customize your own San Diego sightseeing route with the detailed bike map, which is included with your bike rental, and highlights all the scenic spots, points of interest, bike paths, recommended routes, and more.
With your bike, you'll be able to cover more ground in less time, so you can get the full Coronado Island experience. Cruise through the well-landscaped neighborhoods, where no two houses are the same, ride by the Naval Air Station and US Navy SEALS center and snap pictures of the San Diego skyline. Each Coronado bike rental also includes a helmet, a water bottle holder, and a detailed map.
Don't forget to take your camera as there will be plenty of photo opportunities along the way through Coronado.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Coronado - Full Day Bike Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Climb aboard the USS Midway Museum and explore this long-serving US aircraft carrier.

Visit the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass and enjoy the Midway Museum in San Diego.
Access this open-air experience, complete with a three-story-high hangar deck and flight deck.
A free audio tour headset is available in six languages.
Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego, so don't forget to check them out.
Take a self-guided tour around 60 exhibits including the sleeping quarters, engine room, galley, and ship jail.
Learn all about the ship’s decades of service and the 225,000 sailors that served on board the craft. Explore the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum’s exhibits, multimedia displays, interactive experiences, and more. The audio tour is narrated by Midway sailors who bring the Midway’s history to life with stories of their first-hand experiences living on the ship while at sea for months at a time.

Experience History with Your USS Midway Museum Tickets

Take a step back in time and be amazed at the sheer size and beauty of the scale of the ship. With tickets from zooFamily, you can enjoy this museum + many other local San Diego attractions for one low cost!

Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum highlights

The Hangar Deck – this is the first area of the ship you’ll encounter. It serves as the ship’s hangar deck with a collection of 29 meticulously-restored aircraft, including an F/A-18 Hornet, a WWII SDB Dauntless dive bomber, an F9F-P Cougar from the Korean War, and more. Starting in January 2020 a reproduced Devastator airplane used in the filming of the movie Midway will be on display. This original prop is the only Devastator in existence. You’ll see machines that were integral forces during times of combat, such as World War II and Desert Storm, as well as being used for important humanitarian missions.
The Flight Deck – this open-air level hosts additional aircraft. Explore the flight deck and the impressively small runway that planes would take off from while at sea. Docents stationed on the deck offer educational lectures about takeoff and landing methods, and this is where you can get some of the best views of San Diego.
Captain’s Bridge and Flight Control Center – only about 1,600 people per day are allowed to tour the ship’s main control center called the Captain’s Bridge. It's on a first-come, first-served basis, so head straight there if you want to tour this area.
Battle of the Midway Theater – this 90-seat theater aboard the Midway features an inspirational 15-minute multimedia movie, Voices of the Midway. It details the Battle of Midway and features former members of the military who survived the battle. The movie is narrated by a hologram figure of a young sailor telling the story of his experience.
Climb-in aircraft – hop on board several aircraft carriers and check out the cockpits and controls. You'll get a feel for what it would have been like to fly in the pilot’s seat.
The Lower Decks – get a glimpse into daily life on the USS Midway for the 5,000 sailors on board. Here, you’ll get to see the kitchen, laundry rooms, engine rooms, enlisted bunks, officer quarters, the anchor room, a movie theater, and more.
Museum docents – one of the USS Midway Museum’s key features is the museum docents you’ll meet throughout the ship, each eager to share their own personal experience with the USS Midway or a fun anecdote.
Fantail Café – grab a bite to eat from this maritime-themed cafe which features meals made from the ship’s original 1945 menu.

Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum facts

The USS Midway is classified as a CV-41 aircraft carrier.
The ship is 972 feet in length and weighs 74,000 tons – so large it earned its title as a “city at sea” and “floating city”. from the sailors that served aboard from 1945 to 1992.
It’s the 20th Century’s longest-serving aircraft carrier.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Explore downtown San Diego's PETCO Park and get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of baseball, Southern California style.

Take the PETCO Park Tour with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy a guided interactive tour of the baseball stadium.
Access exclusive areas, the dugout, and the press box.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in California.
This interactive, guided PETCO Park Tour gives you access to the ballpark's restricted areas that few get to see.
Discover 'writer's row' in the press box, learn about the historic Western Metal Supply Co. Building, and explore the Padres' dugout.

You'll also get to peek inside the exclusive premium lounge and private luxury suites and enter the press box, where announcers call out a play-by-play of your favorite games.

Bike your way around San Diego's best bits with Bike and Kayak Tours' bike rental in La Jolla.

Experience the Bike and Kayak Tours La Jolla bike rental with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy a free full-day bike rental from Bike and Kayak Tours.
Bike, helmet and a map of San Diego included.
Explore Pacific Beach, Crystal Pier or La Jolla Cave.
zooFamily San Diego pass holders also get access to many more popular attractions.
You can explore the Pacific Beach neighborhood, complete with its famous boardwalk, or head to the Mission Bay Park area, Crystal Pier or La Jolla Cove. Create your own adventure and discover some of the city's under-the-radar areas as well as the main attractions.
Your full-day La Jolla bike rental includes a bike, helmet and a map of the area, so you can head straight to the city's most desirable spots.

San Diego bike tour route highlights

Pacific Beach – this neighborhood that stands adjacent to La Jolla and is home to an impressive strip of beach and boardwalk – it runs for miles from the Mission Bay Jetty to the cliffs of La Jolla. The famous boardwalk is studded with lots of local shops, restaurants, and bars, and you'll find rollerbladers, joggers, and cyclists making their way across it too.
Mission Bay – a beautiful lagoon that constitutes part of the 4,325-acre Mission Pay Park recreational complex, which is a favorite among wakeboarders, jet-skiers, campers, bikers, and joggers. Mission Bay is also home to SeaWorld and the Mission Bay Aquatic Center.
La Jolla Cove – this small, picturesque cove is one of the most beautiful beaches in San Diego. Scripps Park, a beautiful grassy area often used for picnicking, overlooks the cove and beach.
Crystal Pier – this stunning and historic pier juts out into the Pacific from a sandy beach and is a great place for catching fish and a tan.
And these are just a few places we recommend riding to during your full-day bike rental with Bike and Kayak Tours in La Jolla.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes La Jolla - Full Day Bike Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Explore San Diego Bay in style with a 30-minute, adrenaline-fueled ride on a turbo-charged Flagship Patriot Jet Boat.

Take The Flagship Patriot Jet Boat with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy a 30-minute Flagship Patriot Jet Boat thrill ride in San Diego.
Spins, tricks, and turns at 50mph to experience.
See picture-perfect views of the sunset.
You’ll be whizzed around the bay as your highly skilled captain perform spins, tricks, and turns at speeds of up to 50mph.
The Flagship Patriot Jet Boat features open-air seating, so be prepared to get soaked as you zoom across the water.
When experiencing the Flagship Patriot Jet Boat San Diego, don't forget to bring a waterproof camera along for the ride as you’ll get the chance to capture some unbeatable views of San Diego’s most scenic sights.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes The Flagship Patriot Jet Boat tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

 

Climb aboard the Admiral Hornblower and enjoy clear views of over 20 miles of San Diego harbor.

Enjoy a Two Hour Harbour and Sea LionCruise with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy a two hour, narrated San Diego Harbor cruise.
Learn about over 50 San Diego landmarks.
Take your pick between the indoor and outdoor seating and dining area.
The snack bar offers adults beverages, soft drinks, hot and cold food, plus a range of souvenirs.
This scenic tour gives you the best sights, history, and enchanting wildlife the bay has to offer, delivered by a professional tour guide.

Two Hour Harbor and Sea Lion Cruise highlights

Take a seat at your table and listen to the history of over 50 iconic bay landmarks. Enjoy a professionally narrated harbor tour covering 20 miles. The tour will take you past Seaport Village, Shelter Island, ship-building and dry-docking facilities, Coronado Island, Point Loma, and Cabrillo National Monument, and more.
Set sail in style and learn about marine animals, majestic sea birds, and the local environmental efforts to protect them. This cruise provides unmatched photo and video opportunities at various locations. The yacht comes equipped with a full-service snack bar that will remain open throughout the entirety of your trip so you can enjoy your journey in comfort.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Hornblower - Best of The Bay Cruise tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

If you're looking for kayak rentals in San Diego, look no further than SUP and Saddle.

Experience the 90-Minute Tandem Kayak Rental with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy 90 minutes of tandem kayaking in San Diego.
Kayak, paddle and life vest rental included.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in and around San Diego.
Explore San Diego Bay from the water with this 90-minute tandem kayak adventure.
Head to Coronado Island where you can pick up your rental kayak and gear, and from there, you can set out to explore the bay at your own pace.
Enjoy great views of the San Diego skyline, the San Diego-Coronado Bridge, Petco Park, the Embarcadero, USS Midway, Naval Station North Island, the Silver Strand, Convention Center, Glorietta Bay, and more.
Your San Diego kayak rental includes everything you need to explore the coast – a two-seater kayak, paddles, and life vests.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Coronado - 90-Minute Tandem Kayak Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.
Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Hop in a GPS-guided GoCar and take a unique tour of the city.

Take a GoCar San Diego Tour with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
A GPS-guided tour of San Diego in the storytelling car.
Voice-recorded commentary and history.
Your pass also gives you access to many more top San Diego attractions.

You'll ride in an open air, kart-style car, while a GPS directs you to major destinations in downtown San Diego or in Point Loma. GoCar is the first-ever GPS-guided tour car and it combines the tour bus experience with the exclusivity and freedom of a rental car.

Take a break from sightseeing for a full day of fun at one of the best amusement parks in San Diego.

Experience the Belmont Park San Diego Ride & Play Pass with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Enjoy classic fairground rides, as well as interactive games and activities to keep you busy.
With your pass to San Diego's Belmont Park, you can enjoy a wide range of thrilling activities.
Find something for every adventure-seeker at this fun-filled park.

Available Belmont Park San Diego highlights:

Mini Golf – practice your putting skills on this 18-hole course with surprises at every turn.
Sky Ropes – this open-air obstacle course requires concentration and skill to navigate across on tight ropes, balance beams, and other challenges.
Sky Climb/Rock Wall – put on a harness and put your upper body strength to the test on this 30-foot-tall rock climbing wall featuring multiple routes to the top.
The Giant Dipper – this historic wooden rollercoaster is made up of 2,500 feet of track, and 13 heart-pounding hills. At the top, you'll get a picture-perfect view of the ocean.
Beach Blaster – a super-thrilling four-seater that will swing you 60 feet in the air and 120 degrees in both directions while giving you prime ocean views - if you can catch ‘em.
Krazy Kars – a wild and 'krazy' bumper car ride with a twist.
Liberty Carousel – this nostalgic theme park classic is ideal for visitors of all ages. Pick a horse and take a spin.
Tilt-a-whirl – this spinning and rolling ride is sure to put your stomach to the test as you whirl, and twirl away.
Octotron – hop on this coaster-like ride that propels along a track at a speed decided by you.
Mic Drop – a drop tower-style kiddie-thrill ride sure to excite your little ones.
Control Freak – a unique passenger-controlled ride that flips you upside down and all around, over and over.

Belmont Park Rides facts

Belmont Park is San Diego’s only beachfront theme park.
The Giant Dipper vintage wooden roller coaster was built in 1925 and is officially a National Historic Landmark.
Belmont Park is located right on one of the area’s most active and popular beaches –  Mission Beach.

Explore San Diego the fun way with this one-hour electric scooter rental.

Explore San Diego with this one-hour electric scooter rental with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
One-hour rental of an electric scooter with route map.
GPS guided tour on talking scooters also available.
Your pass also gives you access to many more top San Diego attractions.
This one-hour electric scooter rental from iRide will allow you to cruise by some of San Diego's most popular spots, including the Old Town and Seaport Village.
The scooters are 100% electric, have a top speed of 20 mph, and are easy to operate, making this an ideal way to explore the city - you don't even need a driver’s license.
The guided tour provided will take you on a multi-cultural tour of San Diego, starting in Old Town, also known as the birthplace of California. Along the route, you'll pass through Little Italy and then onto the picturesque Seaport Village. Later, you'll get to explore the historic Gaslamp Quarter and enter Banker’s Hill, giving you an excellent introduction to San Diego's most exciting and noteworthy spots.

Choose an All-Inclusive pass for unlimited entry to dozens of top attractions or add to Build Your Own to save up to 20%.

See the bright lights of downtown San Diego on this cool GoCar tour of the Embarcadero and Gaslamp Quarter.

Take a GoCar tour of downtown San Diego with zooFamily

Pay nothing upon entry, simply show your pass.
Your one-hour tour takes in top San Diego attractions including the USS Midway, Little Italy, the home of the San Diego Padres and the historic Gaslamp Quarter.
Bring a friend along! GoCars can accommodate two people at a time.
zooFamily gives you access to dozens more of the city's top attractions, so make sure to check them out!
Grab a zippy self-drive GoCar and see San Diego burst into life as the sun goes down.
Your fun self-drive car is fitted with the latest GPS guided tour technology, providing directions and attraction information along the way and even cracking the occasional joke or two!
This evening itinerary kicks off with a whiz along the trendy Embarcadero waterfront and through pretty Seaport Village. From the comfort of your little yellow buggy you’ll take in sweeping sunset views across the bay to the cute island resort of Coronado and cruise past the Maritime Museum’s merchant ships and the hulking hull of the USS Midway aircraft carrier.
Another highlight of the route is Horton Plaza, with its ornate fountain, amphitheater steps and manicured lawns, from where locals watch the world go by over coffee and ice creams.
Loop around the Petco Park stadium, home of local heroes the San Diego Padres, before arriving in the historic Gaslamp Quarter with its Insta-ready Victorian and Art Deco architecture, hip dive bars and buzzing nightlife.

zooFamily is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes the GoCar tour, plus admission to dozens of top attractions.

Tour the city on two wheels with your expert local guide.

Enjoy an eBike Tour of San Diego with zooFamily

Our pass gives you access to a guided tour of the city, with eBike, helmet and basket rental included.
Explore the best of San Diego. You'll spend two-and-a-half hours cycling through the most delightful parts of the city.
Pedal with ease on an electric bike.

About this experience

There's no better way to see a city than by pedaling through its beautiful streets. This eBike tour of San Diego will provide you with the perfect sightseeing experience, as you zoom through the city's most notable districts. The tour begins in the historic Gaslamp Quarter and then takes you to San Diego Bay and Bilboa Park. Along the way, your tour guide will give a comprehensive history of the attractions and areas you pass through.

Why choose zooFamily?  

Our app makes sightseeing easy – your pass, plus all the info you’ll need is right there in the palm of your hand. 
No need to worry about buying tickets on the day, the Best of San Diego eBike Tour’s admission fee is included with your pass. 

Best of San Diego eBike Tour highlights

Gaslamp Quarter - leisurely pedal through this lively downtown neighborhood. Be sure to ask your guide for the best local hotspots so you can explore to your heart's content.
Embarcadero - San Diego's expansive waterfront is home to hundreds of stunning public art installations, delicious restaurants, lively bars and buzzing shops. Take in the spectacular views of the bay as you pass through the area.
Balboa Park - 1,200 acres of green space and home to 16 museums, 65 miles of trails and San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park is larger than New York's Central Park and Chicago's Millenium Park combined. Your tour will take you to notable parts of the parks, such as the Japanese Friend Garden and Casa del Prado.

zooFamily is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes the Best of San Diego eBike Tour tickets, plus admission to dozens more top San Diego attractions.

Enjoy a peaceful day on San Diego pier with this catch and release fishing session.

Experience a SoCal Eco Tour with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Two-hour guided fishing tour.
Fishing poles, tackle, and bait are provided.
Show off your best fishing techniques and make memories of your time in Cali on this SoCal Eco Tour. You'll be shown around San Diego Pier and taken to the best fishing spots while your knowledgeable guide provides plenty of tips and a brief history of the area.

Enjoy a relaxing day right by the ocean and catch plenty of fish at this well-known fishing hotspot. All essential equipment is provided, including fishing poles, tackle, and bait for your convenience.

Pack up your sunblock and sturdy boots and take to the trails in the foothills overlooking the beautiful city of San Diego

Enjoy a two-hour Hiking Tour with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Take a 2-hour tour with an expert guide who bestows their knowledge of these rural pockets in the city.
Your Go San Diego pass gives you access to dozens more of the city's top attractions, so make sure to check them out!
This super-sunny coastal California city is known for its excellent hiking trails that take you into hills above.
San Diego is ringed by hills and canyons that provide breathtaking panoramas right the way out to the ocean.
Check out these two awesome trails below and choose one to venture on with your pass, led by an experienced guide. SoCal Eco Tours guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and excited to share San Diego’s secrets with you. Enjoy a peaceful day on the trail and make lasting memories of your time in Cali.

Mission Trails Regional Park:

This stunning hike offers a variety of trails from beginner to intermediate that you can choose from. The park consists mostly of rugged canyons and hills, with both natural and developed areas and allows you to see all the way to the shores San Diego.
You also have the chance to see wildlife and many beautiful flowers and plant life. The whole family can enjoy this hiking tour as it is not too challenging or lengthy.
Mission Trails Regional Park, Corte Playa Catalina Entrance - click the link for a map
Mission Trails Park, 5198-5190, Corte Playa Catalina, San Diego, CA 92124

Tecolote Canyon Trails:

Tecolote Canyon is one of many canyons and open spaces located within the city of San Diego. Tucked away behind houses, businesses, and golf courses, these canyons provide the perfect respite for anyone craving an escape from the city for a refreshing hike. You’ll see many birds and other wildlife and take in views of high mesas, the river, and natural brush!
There’s also a nature center with plant & animal exhibits you can visit after the hike!  With only a few short hills, it provides a good 2-hour guided beginner or intermediate hike that the whole family will enjoy.
Tecolote Canyon Trailhead - click the link for a map
5188 Tecolote Rd, San Diego, CA 92110
Please note: this attraction has a strict 24-hour cancellation or reschedule policy. At least 2 people are required to book a reservation. If you wish to only book a spot for 1, you can be added to another tour.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Hiking Tour tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.
Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Ready to experience whale watching in San Diego? You could also see dolphins, sea lions, and a whole host of sea birds, so hop on board for a breathtaking experience on the open ocean.

Experience a Whale Watching Cruise with a zooFamily San Diego pass

Includes a 4-hour whale-watching cruise tour
Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego, so don't forget to check them out

Whale Watching in San Diego highlights

You’ll speed out to sea on one of our large, comfortable yachts and pass barking sea lions and pods of leaping dolphins as you search for the legendary blue whales-the largest mammal on Earth.
During the 4-hour whale-watching tour, you'll be treated to a live narration by our experienced captain and our on-board naturalist (from the San Diego Natural History Museum).
You’ll stay cozy and comfortable with both indoor and outdoor seating and a snack bar featuring hot food, a full bar, and souvenirs.
We also offer a guarantee, if some type of whale is not sighted on your whale watching cruise, you will receive a pass good to return for a Whale Watching Cruise or 1 or 2 Hour Harbor Cruise from Hornblower San Diego.

zooFamily San Diego passes are the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in San Diego. Your pass includes your Whale Watching ticket plus entry to other top attractions.

When you're looking for fun things to do in San Diego, the Hop-on Hop-off trolley allows you to travel between San Diego's best sights and attractions.

Ride the Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass and enjoy the San Diego Trolley
Includes a two consecutive-day ticket.
Enjoy a fully narrated tour of  Old Town San Diego, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, and more.
Get a whistle-stop tour of the city with this 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Pass from Old Town Trolley Tours. It's the perfect way to get your bearings when you first arrive.
Once you start your tour, you can hop off at any of the 12 stops along the route and re-join when you're ready. Friendly and knowledgeable guides provide the 'transportainment' along the way, giving you the history, context, and trivia relating to everything you’ll see.

Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley Tour highlights

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park – known as the birthplace of California.
Old Town Market – a free museum and marketplace in the heart of historic San Diego in walking distance of Presidio Park.
Seaport Village – cobblestone pathways on San Diego Bay lined with delightful restaurants, shops, nightlife, street musicians, face painters, and a quaint carousel dating back to 1859.
Historic Gaslamp Quarter – wander around this popular San Diego area and see the stained glass windows, carvings, columns, railings, and other elegant architectural features such as gas lamps and brick sidewalks. You'll also find quaint boutiques, theaters, shops, and restaurants here.
William Heath Davis House – explore one of San Diego’s most significant buildings and the oldest wooden structure in the city that was once inhabited by the first developer of San Diego.
Bay Front Park – where you can see beautiful views of San Diego Bay as well as Coronado Bay Bridge.
Embarcadero Marina Park – check out one of the green “arms” that reach out into San Diego Bay, featuring a walkway and sweeping open lawns where festivals and concerts are regularly held.
Hotel del Coronado – this is the most famous hotel in San Diego, and once the largest resort in the world. This hotel is a major area landmark due to its size, beauty and historic value.
Coronado Beach – the ideal place for surfing, and sunsets, and rated the #1 family beach in America.
Balboa Park – head to this large complex which is home to many of San Diego’s most-visited attractions and museums, all within walking distance of the San Diego Zoo.
 
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley Tour tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

 

Head to the shores of La Jolla Beach, just north of downtown San Diego, to enjoy a 90-minute tandem kayak ride by Bike and Kayak Tours La Jolla.

Take the 90 Minute Kayak Rental La Jolla with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
90-minutes to explore the La Jolla Beach.
All equipment including a two-seater kayak, vests, and paddles.
Pass holders also get free access to many more attractions in and around San Diego.
You'll set out onto the open waters to explore San Diego's famous seven caves. Look out for sea lions basking in the sun, see the famous Scripps Pier from the water, and try to spot some native aquatic life, including leopard sharks and shovelnose guitarfish. Enjoy the sights with your La Jolla Kayak rental.
Special offer: get 40% off guided kayak tours with your pass (subject to availability).
Your 90-minute kayak rental La Jolla includes everything you need to explore the coast - a two-seater kayak (you must have two Go San Diego Cards to redeem), paddles, and life vests.

zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes La Jolla - 90-Minute Kayak Rental tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.

Don your captain's hat and enjoy a self-driving speedboat adventure to experience one of the most thrilling things to do in San Diego. You'll be in control of your very own vessel and given the power to whizz your way around the harbor.

Take the San Diego Speed Boat Adventure with zooFamily

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Includes rental of a 13-foot speedboat for up to two passengers.
This is a self-driving tour of the San Diego Harbor.
Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Diego.
Each San Diego Speed Boat is designed to be extremely safe, stable and comfortable.
The vessels all come with safety equipment that has been approved by the Coast Guard and use super-quiet, eco-friendly, 30-horsepower outboard motors. Boats can carry up to three passengers and come with comfortable cushioned seats.

San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Highlights

You don't need to be an experienced driver to pilot the boats either. They're controlled with a steering wheel that handles just like a car, and the throttle only has three positions.
You can choose to cruise slowly like a houseboat and take in all the sights, or whizz across the water as fast as a jet ski.
Along the way, you'll get views of the Navy Ships, the USS Midway aircraft museum, Coronado Bridge, famous Star of India, and the Seaport Village.
zooFamily is a better way to sightsee. Your pass includes San Diego Speed Boat Adventure tickets, plus admission to dozens of top San Diego attractions for one money-saving price.

Ready to start exploring San Diego? First, choose between an All-Inclusive Pass or Explorer Pass.