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San Diego Automotive Museum
Up to an hour
Discover a world of American automobiles at this museum dedicated to cars and transport.
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Overview
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.
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
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Cars & Society
Browse a permanent car collection comprised of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles.
What's included
Access to all permanent exhibitions
90 vehicles to explore include Louie Mattar's famous car.
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View all attractionsWhere you'll be
2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, USStandard opening hours
Closings & holidays
Closed most Mondays.
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Please check the San Diego Automotive Museum website for the most up-to-date hours.
Find out more
For more information, visit the San Diego Automotive Museum website.
Cool Cars
S. Price ·so fun to see a variety of cars from different eras all in amazing conditions
Small but interesting
RebeccaZ ·went with the City Pass. Quick visit, definitely has some very interesting cars. don't think I would have paid for it without the city pass but enjoyed the museum.
Visit
Stars6249 ·No AC in the building- it was hot and not very much to see.
A few extraordinary automotives
Christine ·The vehicles were nice, though most of it was closed so a very small area to look at making the experience disappointing.
Not worth it
ABDB ·Glad this was included in my Go pass as I would want a refund if I payed my way in separately.
GoCity is the Ticket!
SLW from Texas ·My husband loved this museum! The entrance fee was included in our GoCity pass. The pass allowed us to see and do things we would not have done otherwise.
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