San Diego's #1 pedicab since 2005

    Rides,
    Tours
    & Advertising

    Downtown San Diego's premier pedicab company. Explore the Gaslamp, Embarcadero, and Convention Center — or put your brand on our fleet. Upfront pricing, every time.

    20+
    Years in San Diego
    40M+
    Impressions delivered
    60+
    Drivers at peak season
    100%
    Price shown before you board
    What we offer

    Two ways
    to ride

    From sightseeing tours for visitors to full convention advertising campaigns for brands — we do it all.

    01
    Rides & sightseeing tours
    Gaslamp · Embarcadero · Convention Center

    Explore downtown San Diego in style. Our friendly local drivers take you through the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, USS Midway, and the waterfront. Perfect for visitors, date nights, weddings, and groups.

    Book a tour →
    02
    Pedicab advertising
    Mobile OOH · Convention Media · Brand Campaigns

    San Diego's #1 mobile out-of-home advertising platform. Place your brand on our custom-wrapped fleet and reach thousands of Convention Center attendees, tourists, and locals — 8–12 hours a day.

    Request a media kit →
    VIP Pedicab ride through the Gaslamp Quarter
    Branded pedicab advertising campaign in San Diego
    Cisco Live pedicab campaign at San Diego Convention Center
    VIP Pedicab fleet at Comic-Con San Diego
    Trusted by

    National brands who've ridden with us

    HBO
    ABC
    FOX
    HP
    Showtime
    Starz
    McDonald's
    TikTok
    Featured campaign

    HBO Game of Thrones
    at Comic-Con

    10 pedicabs custom-built as Iron Thrones offered free rides for 10 hours a day, all week during San Diego Comic-Con. The campaign ran 2011–2015 and became one of the most photographed activations in SDCC history.

    40M+
    Impressions over 5 years
    10
    Custom Iron Throne pedicabs
    10hrs
    Daily coverage per pedicab
    5yrs
    Recurring campaign run
    View full case study →
    HBO Game of Thrones Iron Throne pedicab activation at San Diego Comic-Con — wrapped pedicab fleet running Gaslamp Quarter routes
    HBO × VIP Pedicab · Comic-Con San Diego
    Book now

    Let's get
    you rolling

    • Price confirmed before you board — no surprises at the destination.
    • Licensed, insured drivers who know downtown San Diego inside out.
    • Available for tours, weddings, corporate events, and group transport.
    • Pre-booking recommended during Comic-Con and convention weeks.
    • Groups of all sizes — we'll coordinate multiple pedicabs if needed.

    Walk-ins welcome — flag us downtown

    2141 Newton Ave, San Diego CA 92113

    Or call (888) 553-5654 · admin@vippedicab.com

    Popular rides

    Choose your
    experience

    01
    Gaslamp Quarter tour
    30–45 min · Up to 4 riders

    Bars, restaurants, Petco Park, Horton Plaza, and the heartbeat of downtown San Diego nightlife. The classic VIP Pedicab experience.

    From $40 / person →
    02
    Waterfront & Embarcadero
    45–60 min · Scenic harbor route

    Seaport Village, USS Midway, Maritime Museum, MLK Jr. Promenade, and stunning views of San Diego Bay.

    From $80 / person →
    03
    Convention Center shuttle
    Point-to-point · All conventions

    Fast, reliable rides between SDCC, downtown hotels, and the Gaslamp. Our most popular service during Comic-Con. We've transported 220 people at once for large events.

    Flat rate, quoted upfront →
    04
    Private & romantic rides
    Custom route · Any occasion

    Weddings, proposals, anniversaries, date nights. Custom music, warm blankets, and your chosen route. VIP Pedicab has delivered brides on time and handled corporate galas.

    Custom quote →
    Pedicab sightseeing tour along San Diego Embarcadero
    VIP Pedicab at night in the Gaslamp Quarter
    Electric pedicab fleet ready for downtown San Diego tours
    Transparent pricing

    No surprises.
    Ever.

    Every fare is quoted and agreed upon before you board. San Diego city code requires written pre-trip price invoices — we make it simple and upfront every time.

    Ride typeRateNotes
    Short hop (under 10 min)$15–25Per person · Agreed upfront
    Gaslamp sightseeing (30 min)$40Per person · Min. 2 riders
    Extended waterfront tour (60 min)$80Per person · Custom route available
    Convention Center shuttleFlatQuoted at booking · Event rates available
    Private event / full eveningCustomContact us for groups & special occasions
    Pedicab advertising campaignCustomConvention, free-ride, or mobile OOH — request media kit
    What people say

    Real rides,
    real results

    "I used VIP Pedicab for my staff day event. They took my staff of 30 all around the Gaslamp district, helped with a scavenger hunt and waited for us at local eateries. Ali was very easy to work with. His drivers were courteous and fun!"

    Jennifer · McDonald's USA LLC

    "Using VIP Pedicab was a great way to promote our product to Comic-Con attendees. The entire process couldn't have gone smoother. Ali was extremely helpful and always prompt. His crew was great — it would be my pleasure to work with them again."

    Julie Goetzen · OMG / Comic-Con
    Mobile OOH advertising

    Put your brand
    on the move

    San Diego's largest pedicab advertising fleet. Our custom-wrapped bikes deliver your message 8–12 hours a day through downtown's most-trafficked streets — reaching Convention Center crowds, tourists, and locals simultaneously.

    Request a media kit
    HBOABCFOXHPShowtimeStarzMcDonald'sOrbitzSegaTikTokDC UniverseNew Belgium
    Convention sponsorship

    Wrap our entire fleet for SDCC, Comic-Con, or any Convention Center event. Reach your audience before they walk through the doors.

    Free-ride campaigns

    Your brand sponsors complimentary rides. Drivers act as brand ambassadors — distributing samples, engaging on social, and building genuine customer loyalty.

    Digital media bikes

    3-sided digital bikes with 37″ HDTV monitors play video and music. Perfect for movie premieres, show launches, and music releases.

    Backlit advertising panels

    The only San Diego company offering large-scale backlit pedicab advertising panels — maximum visibility day and night.

    Questions

    Good to
    know

    How much does a pedicab ride cost in San Diego?+
    Short hops start at $15–25/person and sightseeing tours from $25/person. All fares are quoted and agreed upon before you board — San Diego city code actually requires written pre-trip invoices, and we take that seriously. No surprises at the destination.
    Where do VIP Pedicab riders operate?+
    We cover all of downtown San Diego: the Gaslamp Quarter, Embarcadero, Little Italy, Seaport Village, Petco Park, USS Midway, MLK Jr. Promenade, and the Convention Center. We occasionally extend as far as Pacific Beach for special events.
    Do you operate during Comic-Con and conventions?+
    Yes — we've been the leading pedicab presence at SDCC since 2005 and have run campaigns for HBO, ABC, DC Universe, TikTok, and many others. We operate with 60+ drivers during peak summer season. Book early — availability fills fast during Comic-Con week.
    How many people can ride at once?+
    Up to 6 passengers with our 6-seater pedicabs — VIP Pedicab is the only manufacturer of 6-seater pedicabs in the US. For larger groups, we coordinate multiple pedicabs simultaneously — we've transported as many as 220 people at once for corporate events.
    How do I advertise my brand on VIP Pedicabs?+
    Email admin@vippedicab.com or call (888) 553-5654 to request a media kit. We offer custom-wrapped pedicabs, free-ride ambassador campaigns, backlit advertising panels, and digital media bikes with HDTV screens. Campaigns can run from a few days to months.
    Can I become a VIP Pedicab driver?+
    Yes — we hold driver orientation sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM at our shop. You'll need a City of San Diego Pedicab Operator's permit and a business license. Drivers are independent contractors, set their own hours, and keep 100% of their fares after a weekly lease fee.
    Service area

    We know every street
    in downtown San Diego

    Gaslamp QuarterEmbarcaderoLittle ItalySeaport VillageConvention CenterPetco ParkUSS Midway areaHorton PlazaMaritime MuseumMLK Jr. PromenadeHarbor DriveCruise Ship TerminalPacific Beach (events)

    Ready
    to ride?

    Book your pedicab and we'll confirm your price before you ever step in. San Diego's streets are waiting.

    Book a ride now