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.
Plan a campaign- Licensed & insured
- Price quoted upfront
- Operating since 2005
- 20+ Years in San Diego
- 40M+ Est. 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.
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- 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 →
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- 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 →
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
HBO × VIP Pedicab · Comic-Con San Diego
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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
1433 Market St #105, San Diego CA 92101
Popular rides
Choose your
experience
- 01
- Gaslamp Quarter tour
- 30–45 min · Up to 6 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 →
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- 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 →
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 type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Short hop (under 10 min) | $15–25 | Per person · Agreed upfront |
| Gaslamp sightseeing (30 min) | $40 | Per person · Min. 2 riders |
| Extended waterfront tour (60 min) | $80 | Per person · Custom route available |
| Convention Center shuttle | Flat | Quoted at booking · Event rates available |
| Private event / full evening | Custom | Contact us for groups & special occasions |
| Pedicab advertising campaign | Custom | Convention, 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!"
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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."
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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- HBO
- ABC
- FOX
- HP
- Showtime
- Starz
- McDonald's
- Orbitz
- Sega
- TikTok
- DC Universe
- New 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?
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Short hops start at $15–25/person and Gaslamp sightseeing tours from $40/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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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 Quarter
- Embarcadero
- Little Italy
- Seaport Village
- Convention Center
- Petco Park
- USS Midway area
- Horton Plaza
- Maritime Museum
- MLK Jr. Promenade
- Harbor Drive
- Cruise Ship Terminal
- Pacific 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 nowVIP Pedicab
1433 Market St #105, San Diego CA 92101
(888) 553-5654
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