With so much to see and do in San Diego, a sightseeing pass can be the most cost-effective way of exploring as extensively as possible during your stay.
The San Diego skyline (Photo: russellstreet via Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0)
The beaches, parks and warm climate for which San Diego is best known may be free of charge, but many of the Californian city’s best attractions require chargeable admission to enter. By offering access to several of them, sightseeing passes are popular with those planning to visit a large number of bookable attractions. In San Diego, there is more than one pass available, each offering their own benefits and perks. To help you pick the best option for you, we’ve compared them below.
Go City
The San Diego Explorer Pass by Go City allows you to pick from anywhere between 2 and 7 renowned attractions or activities across the city, including the famous San Diego Zoo and several museums. Passes are valid for two months and can save you up to 50% compared with booking tickets for the equivalent attractions individually. Passes can be stored on your smartphone so you don’t need to worry about losing physical versions and they also act as digital guides offering tons of useful information about San Diego and the various attractions that are included. Pricing starts at around $115 per person.
CityPASS
If you’re only in San Diego for just over a week or so, the CityPASS may well fit the bill. Valid for 9 consecutive days from activation, they allow you to take advantage of access to a wide selection of popular tourist sights including USS Midway Museum, LEGOLAND, Old Town Trolley Tours, and more, with the option of spacing out your visits so you don’t pack your itinerary too tightly. CityPASS claims to save you up to 45% on individual admission. Passes can be stored digitally and start at about $169. Tickets expire within one year of purchase.