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The Go City San Diego Essentials Pass is the most flexible way to explore San Diego's top attractions — choose any 3 experiences from a lineup of 55+ options, including one of the city's big-five headliners (San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND California, Knott's Berry Farm, or San Diego Zoo Safari Park). Use your 3 choices at your own pace within 30 days.

One digital pass. Three top experiences. Major savings compared to individual tickets. Book your Go City San Diego Essentials Pass on Thrillark and build your perfect San Diego day trip.

Key Highlights

  • Choose any 3 attractions from 55+ San Diego experiences
  • One 'Big Five' attraction included: San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Knott's Berry Farm, or San Diego Zoo Safari Park
  • USS Midway Museum — San Diego's #1 visitor attraction
  • Old Town Trolley Tours — 2-day hop-on hop-off across San Diego's top neighbourhoods
  • Best of the Bay Harbour Tour — 90-minute narrated cruise of San Diego Bay
  • Birch Aquarium at Scripps — marine science at one of the city's most respected institutions
  • 60 Minutes to use all 3 choices — flexible 30-day window from first activation
  • One digital pass — scan your phone at each attraction

About Go City San Diego All-Inclusive Pass: Save Up to 50% on Attractions

San Diego is an exceptionally well-rounded destination — world-class wildlife parks, a spectacular natural harbour, outstanding aquariums, military history museums, and sunshine virtually year-round. The Go City San Diego Essentials Pass is designed for visitors who have a clear shortlist of what they want to see and want to save money on those specific experiences.

Your 3-choice Essentials Pass begins with access to one of the city's five premier attractions — the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND California, Knott's Berry Farm, or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. From there, you choose two more experiences from the broader lineup: perhaps the USS Midway Museum for a half-day of naval history, followed by a 90-minute narrated harbour cruise of San Diego Bay that takes you past the naval fleet and the city's iconic waterfront.

The Old Town Trolley Tour is a highlight for first-time visitors — a 2-day hop-on hop-off pass covering San Diego's most famous neighbourhoods from the Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park to Old Town and the Embarcadero. Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography is another excellent choice — smaller and more focused than most, with exceptional exhibits on local Pacific marine life. Build your 3 choices in the Go City app and plan your San Diego adventure. Book on Thrillark.

Inclusions

  • Access to the Go City San Diego All-Inclusive Pass
  • Access to 40+ attractions

Exclusions

  •  Food and beverages at any attraction
  •  Hotel transfers and transportation
  •  Parking at attractions (charged separately)
  •  Personal expenses and souvenirs
  •  Separately-priced premium experiences within attractions

Insiders' Tips

To maximise value, choose the San Diego Zoo as your 'Big Five' pick — it's the most expensive individual ticket in the lineup and delivers excellent return on the pass price. Pair it with the USS Midway and a harbour cruise for a well-rounded 3-day San Diego experience. Download the Go City app immediately after purchase to check current attraction availability and make any required advance reservations.

Additional Information

Experience Info
  • Some of the included attractions and experiences:
  • Knott’s Soak City Water Park
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
  • Semi-Private Bay Cruise
  • San Diego Natural History Museum
  • La Jolla - Full Day Snorkel Rental
  • San Diego Air and Space Museum
  • Haunted Old Town Walking History + Paranormal Investigation
  • USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum
  • The Flagship Patriot Jet Boat
  • Two-Day Hop-on Hop-off San Diego Trolley by Old Town Trolley Tours
Reservations:
  • Some attractions require advance reservations. Check the Go City app for booking instructions for each attraction.
Pass Hours:
  • Attractions accept pass entry between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM. You may remain at an attraction after 5:30 PM.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations accepted up to 24 hours before your travel date for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours or no-shows will not be refunded.

Go City San Diego All-Inclusive Pass: Save Up to 50% on Attractions Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the 'Big Five' on this pass?
The Essentials Pass gives you access to one of these five premium attractions: San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld® San Diego, LEGOLAND® California, Knott's Berry Farm, or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Your other two choices come from the broader 55+ attraction lineup.
How long do I have to use my 3 choices?
Once activated at your first attraction, you have 30 days to use your remaining 2 choices. Your pass is valid for 1 year from purchase before first activation.
Can I visit the San Diego Zoo and the Safari Park both on the same pass?
No — the Essentials Pass allows one 'Big Five' attraction. To visit both the San Diego Zoo and the Safari Park, consider the 2-Visit Pass or the All-Inclusive Plus Pass.
Which are the best value attractions to choose with this pass?
The San Diego Zoo offers the highest individual savings on the Essentials Pass. The USS Midway is the most popular second choice. A harbour cruise or Old Town Trolley Tour round out a great 3-attraction San Diego itinerary.

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Go City San Diego All-Inclusive Pass: Save Up to 50% on Attractions

USD 96

Insiders’ Tips

To maximise value, choose the San Diego Zoo as your 'Big Five' pick — it's the most expensive individual ticket in the lineup and delivers excellent return on the pass price. Pair it with the USS Midway and a harbour cruise for a well-rounded 3-day San Diego experience. Download the Go City app immediately after purchase to check current attraction availability and make any required advance reservations.

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