Title: Car Rental Balboa Park, CA - Expedia.ca [San Diego Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego.dx3073)[Balboa Park Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-Hotels.0-l507458-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San Diego](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Diego](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Balboa Park Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-San-Diego.d507458.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507458/5c140d77-7130-49d1-ab3d-705937c3610a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Balboa Park Car Rental ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in Balboa Park ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car supplier logos](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/05/16/BEXCA-car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) Compare car suppliers to unlock big savings, and package your flight, hotel, and car to save even more. Members save 10% more on select hotels, cars, activities and vacation rentals. [Sign up.](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&rfrr=TG.CM) Enjoy maximum flexibility with penalty-free cancellation on most car rentals. ## Top Car Deals in Balboa Park \* Price found within the past 6 days. Click for updated prices. ### Economy Chevrolet Spark or similar - 4 people San Diego, California, USA ![Chevrolet Spark](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_EC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Balboa%20Park,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=507458&date1=06/10/2025&date2=08/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22economy%22]) ### Compact Ford Focus or similar - 4 people San Diego, California, USA ![Ford Focus](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_CC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Balboa%20Park,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=507458&date1=06/10/2025&date2=08/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22compact%22]) ### Midsize Toyota Corolla or similar - 5 people San Diego, California, USA ![Toyota Corolla](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_IC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Balboa%20Park,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=507458&date1=06/10/2025&date2=08/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22midsize%22]) ### SUV Jeep Compass or similar - 5 people San Diego, California, USA ![Jeep Compass](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_SF.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Balboa%20Park,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=507458&date1=06/10/2025&date2=08/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22suv%22]) ### Don't see what you're looking for? See all car rentals in Balboa Park [View all cars](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Balboa%20Park,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=507458&date1=06/10/2025&date2=08/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I rent a car near Balboa Park? > Absolutely, you'll find at least one car rental supplier near Balboa Park. [San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Zoo-San-Diego.d502547.Vacation-Attraction), [Petco Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Petco-Park-Downtown-San-Diego.d6034816.Vacation-Attraction) and [USS Midway Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/USS-Midway-Museum-Downtown-San-Diego.d6065467.Vacation-Attraction) are a few other popular attractions within a short drive of Balboa Park. Rent a car from Expedia and get ready to explore every last inch of San Diego, including its lesser-known areas! ### How much is car rental near Balboa Park? > Begin your search for a cheap car rental near Balboa Park by selecting your vacation dates and pick-up and drop-off points. That's how affordable a rental car can be around this major attraction, but there are a range of factors that will determine the price — your vacation dates are just the start. Whatever your budget and preferred car type, Expedia has exclusive offers from a variety of car rental companies that'll get you in the driver's seat for less. ### Which car rental companies have a drop off near Balboa Park? > Whether you're renting a ride from Avis, Enterprise or Ace, you can drop it off at one of the outlets' rental car return locations close to Balboa Park. Remember that many car rental companies will impose an extra fee if the drop-off and pick-up locations are different. Once you drop your rental car at Balboa Park, why not slip into your walking shoes and continue your exploration? ### How much is parking near Balboa Park? > Look for prices for parking at Balboa Park on the official website. While you're there, see if you can find any discount offers or even free parking at Balboa Park. ### Are there electric car charging stations near Balboa Park? > Recharge yourself, and your car, at one of Expedia's hotels with electric car charging stations. See if there are any of these accommodations near Balboa Park and wake up ready to discover your surroundings with a full battery. ### What is the closest airport to Balboa Park? > Land at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is about 8 kilometres west of Balboa Park and the closest major airport near this popular attraction. Whether you get a rental car at an airport or someplace else, you'll be able to explore without relying on taxis and ride-sharing services. ### Where is Balboa Park in San Diego? > From San Diego's downtown area, make your way around 3 kilometres southwest to get to Balboa Park. ### What else is there to do near Balboa Park? > After you've taken in the sights near Balboa Park, take the wheel of your rental car and keep on exploring. [San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Zoo-San-Diego.d502547.Vacation-Attraction), [San Diego Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Convention-Center-Downtown-San-Diego.d6125294.Vacation-Attraction) and [Balboa Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-San-Diego.d507458.Vacation-Attraction) are some attractions you can easily reach from central San Diego. ### What time does Balboa Park open and close? > Go to Balboa Park's official website for the most accurate visitor information, including opening and closing hours. Public holidays, special events and seasonality may impact operating hours, so a little planning goes a long way to ensuring your visit is as smooth as possible. ## Car Rental Information | Popular car types: | [SUV](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | --- | --- | | Car suppliers available: | | | Our best deal of the day: | | | Our second best deal of the day: | | | Our third best deal of the day: | | | From the airport to your hotel: | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.ca/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) | ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Other - [5 Star Hotels in Bankers Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels.s50-n553248635976473812-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [5 Star Hotels in South Park](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-South-Park-San-Diego-Hotels.s50-n553248631819682469-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Balboa Park Carousel](https://www.expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-Carousel-Hotels.0-l6230108-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Balboa Park Golf Course](https://www.expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-Golf-Course-Hotels.0-l6230053-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Balboa Stadium](https://www.expedia.ca/Balboa-Stadium-Hotels.0-l553248621563218564-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [All Inclusive Resorts and in Bankers Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-n553248635976473812-0-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Beach Hotel Hotels in Bankers Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-n553248635976473812-0-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Bankers Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n553248635976473812-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Bankers Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n553248635976473812-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Bankers Hill Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Bankers-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n553248635976473812-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Burlingame](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlingame-San-Diego-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n553248635976468631-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Burlingame Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlingame-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n553248635976468631-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Casa de Balboa](https://www.expedia.ca/Casa-De-Balboa-Hotels.0-l553248621555611922-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Copley Symphony Hall](https://www.expedia.ca/Copley-Symphony-Hall-Hotels.0-l6065469-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Beach Hotel Hotels in Cortez Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Cortez-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-n553248633849130027-0-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Cortez Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Cortez-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n553248633849130027-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Family Hotels in Cortez Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Cortez-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Family-Hotel.0-n553248633849130027-0-tFamilyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Cortez Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Cortez-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n553248633849130027-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cortez Hill Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Cortez-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n553248633849130027-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [All Inclusive Resorts and in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d178304-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Beach Hotel Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d178304-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Cheap Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d178304-tCheapHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Family Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-Family-Hotel.0-0-d178304-tFamilyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Golf Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-Golf-Hotel.0-0-d178304-tGolfHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Oceanfront Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County-Oceanfront-Hotels.0-0-d178304-tOceanfrontHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [San Diego County Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Hotel-Destinations) - [Downtown San Diego Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-San-Diego-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n800123-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Fleet Science Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Fleet-Science-Center-Hotels.0-l6128046-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Gaslamp Quarter Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Gaslamp-Quarter-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n6130021-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Golden Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n553248631819683100-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Golden Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-n553248631819683100-0-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Golden Hill Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hill-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n553248631819683100-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Japanese Friendship Garden](https://www.expedia.ca/Japanese-Friendship-Garden-Hotels.0-l6128030-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Marston House](https://www.expedia.ca/Marston-House-Hotels.0-l553248621533113699-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [North Park Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Park-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n6346499-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Old Globe Theater](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-Globe-Theater-Hotels.0-l6069071-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Petco Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Petco-Park-Hotels.0-l6034816-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego Air and Space Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Air-And-Space-Museum-Hotels.0-l6128056-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego City College](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-City-College-Hotels.0-l502541-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Convention-Center-Hotels.0-l6125294-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Resorts in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-County-Resort-Hotels.d178304-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [San Diego Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels.d3073.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego Museum of Art](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Museum-Of-Art-Hotels.0-l6065463-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego Natural History Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Natural-History-Museum-Hotels.0-l6230098-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Zoo-Hotels.0-l502547-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Beach Hotel Hotels in South Park](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Park-San-Diego-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-n553248631819682469-0-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in South Park](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Park-San-Diego-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n553248631819682469-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Romantic Hotels in South Park](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Park-San-Diego-Hotels-Romantic-Hotel.0-n553248631819682469-0-tRomanticHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [South Park Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Park-San-Diego-Hotels.0-n553248631819682469-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Flights to San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights to San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Flight-Destinations) - [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/san/edmonton-to-san-diego) - [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/san/vancouver-to-san-diego) - [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/san/calgary-to-san-diego) - [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/san/toronto-to-san-diego) - [Copley Symphony Hall](https://www.expedia.ca/Copley-Symphony-Hall-Downtown-San-Diego.d6065469.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fleet Science Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Fleet-Science-Center-San-Diego.d6128046.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Diego Air and Space Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Air-And-Space-Museum-San-Diego.d6128056.Vacation-Attraction) - [Visit Cortez Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Cortez-Hill.dx553248633849130027) - [San Diego County Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-County.d178304.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Visit Downtown San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Downtown-San-Diego.dx800123) - [San Diego Museum of Art](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Museum-Of-Art-San-Diego.d6065463.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Diego Natural History Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Natural-History-Museum-San-Diego.d6230098.Vacation-Attraction) - [Visit South Park](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-South-Park.dx553248631819682469) - [San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Zoo-San-Diego.d502547.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Diego Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego.d3073.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Visit San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego.dx3073) - [Car rentals near B Street Cruise Ship Terminal](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-B-Street-Cruise-Ship-Terminal.d6173235.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Beach Cities San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Beach-Cities-San-Diego-County.d800122.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Coronado Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Coronado-Beach.d6068513.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Coronado Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Coronado-Island.d553248621532638598.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rental Coronado](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Coronado.d5917.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Downtown San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-San-Diego.d800123.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Gaslamp Quarter](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Gaslamp-Quarter.d6130021.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Hotel del Coronado](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Hotel-Del-Coronado.d553248635974861710.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rental Lemon Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lemon-Grove.d177690.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Little Italy](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Little-Italy.d6161280.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Midway-Pacific Highway](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Midway-Pacific-Highway.d553248633938969446.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Mission Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mission-Bay.d6185904.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Mission Beach Boardwalk](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mission-Beach-Boardwalk.d553248621555611892.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Mission Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mission-Beach.d506109.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Mission Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mission-Valley.d800124.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rental National City](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-National-City.d8890.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Ocean Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ocean-Beach.d177689.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Old Town San Diego State Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Old-Town-San-Diego-State-Park.d6068525.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Old Town San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Old-Town-San-Diego.d6347116.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Pacific Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Pacific-Beach.d6185751.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Point Loma](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Point-Loma.d6171538.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Port of San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Port-Of-San-Diego.d6131855.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near San Diego Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego-Coast.d553248633966884021.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near San Diego Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego-Convention-Center.d6125294.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Rental cars San Diego Intl. airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego-Intl.d5128531.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego-Zoo.d502547.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rental San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego.d3073.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near Stockton](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Stockton.d553248635976480887.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near University of San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-University-Of-San-Diego.d502545.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Car rentals near San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Standard Car Rentals near San Diego Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/Standard-Car-Rentals-In-San-Diego-Zoo.d502547-tStandard.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) - [Things to do in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Travel-Guide-Activities) - [Things to do in San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego.d3073.Travel-Guide-Activities)