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Accessible Travel & Equipment Rentals in San Diego, California

With near-perfect weather year-round and a wide variety of accessible attractions, San Diego stands out as one of America’s finest cities for visitors—especially those requiring mobility assistance. Known as “America’s Finest City,” San Diego offers accessible shopping, dining, parks, sports, recreation, transportation, and lodging options that cater to mature travelers, people with disabilities, and those seeking wheelchair or mobility scooter rentals.

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Explore San Diego with Mobility Equipment Rentals

Seaport Village, located on San Diego’s scenic Embarcadero, is a top destination for those using a wheelchair or scooter rental in San Diego. This beautiful waterfront area combines shopping, dining, museums, parks, and live entertainment. Visitors can stroll along the accessible pathways, enjoy street performers, shop in boutiques, and dine in restaurants—all fully wheelchair accessible.

Nearby, the USS Midway Museum offers a unique experience aboard the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Approximately 60% of the museum’s exhibits are wheelchair accessible, with elevator access from Navy Pier to various decks, including the flight deck.

The Maritime Museum of San Diego features historic ships such as the Star of India, the world’s oldest active sailing ship, and the steam ferry Berkeley. While some areas have limited accessibility, the Berkeley’s main and upper decks are wheelchair accessible. Admission is waived for individuals using wheelchairs; companions pay regular prices.


Accessible Tours and More

For an engaging sightseeing experience, the Old Town Trolley Tour offers a two-hour “transportainment” ride through San Diego’s highlights, including Old Town State Historic Park, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, and more. Select trolleys are wheelchair accessible with lifts—advance notice is recommended to ensure availability.


Cruise Sailing from San Diego

The Port of San Diego offers year-round cruises to destinations such as Mexico, the Panama Canal, and Hawaii. Major cruise lines departing from San Diego include Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.


Reserve Your Equipment Today

Special Needs Group proudly serves San Diego travelers for land vacations and cruises sailing from the Port of San Diego. We provide wheelchair, mobility scooter, oxygen, and other special needs equipment rentals.

To book your mobility equipment in San Diego, please call our Customer Service Team at 1-800-513-4515 (Monday-Friday, 9AM–6PM EST) or visit our reservation page.

Need Mobility Equipment for Your Cruise?

Special Needs Group/Special Needs at Sea offers wheelchairs, scooters, oxygen equipment, and more — delivered directly to your stateroom.

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Still have questions? Call us at 1-800-513-4515 — we're here to help make your cruise experience smooth, safe, and stress-free.

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