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15 Best San Diego Ghost & True Crime Tours

These are the ghost and true crime walks that dig into San Diego’s Victorian dark side. The Whaley House in Old Town went up on the site of a public hanging and later served as the county courthouse. October evenings in the Gaslamp fill quickly, so reserve ahead.

1.Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour

Discover the chilling secrets of San Diego's haunted past on our ghost tour. Uncover spine-tingling tales and experience the paranormal. Join us now!

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Very informative and got to go inside several places that’s weren’t expected. Guide made the trip funny and enjoyable.”

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2.San Diegos Gaslamp Quarter Historic True Crime Tour

Uncover the chilling secrets of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter on our Historic True Crime Tour. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the dark side of the city!

★ 4.5

“Fascinating walking tour through the Gaslamp district with hidden gems of historical and notorious locations. Our tour guide Leila was entertaining, friendly and a wealth of knowledge.”

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3.San Diego Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

Discover the chilling secrets of San Diego's haunted past on a Ghosts and Gravestones Tour. Uncover spine-tingling tales that will leave you breathless. Book now!

★ 4.0

“Our guide was very talented! She was very personable and pleasant. She was a good actress!There is a lot of walking. Some of it on uneven ground and there is nowhere to sit.”

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5.San Diego Ghosts: Gaslamp Haunted Tour

Linger in the haunted past of San Diego's Gaslamp District as you uncover tales of paranormal activity on this spine-tingling walking tour.

★ 4.0

“most memorable was definitely listening to her tell all the history of the area, she was very passionate and engaging while sharing all of the scary stories while also putting her cute personality into it.”

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6.Ghosts of San Diego Walking Tour

Ghostly apparitions, unexplained phenomena, and chilling tales await thrill-seekers and history buffs on the Ghosts of San Diego Walking Tour, where the city's haunted past comes to life.

★ 4.5

“Sherry was knowledgeable, had quite a few tales, was pleasant and organized. It was an hour and half and got cold at night, so bring warm clothes in the winter!”

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9.Haunted Whaley House Guided Night Tour

Join the Haunted Whaley House Guided Night Tour for spine-tingling tales and historical insights that will leave you questioning what really lurks in the shadows.

★ 4.5

“Gentleman Jack was a fabulous tour guide. Highly recommend! He was very knowledgeable and funny. I hope we can make the late night “ghost hunting” one happen before we head home.”

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10.Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego

Ghost hunters and history enthusiasts alike will be captivated by the Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour, which unravels San Diego's haunted past with spellbinding tales of the paranormal.

★ 4.5

“Our family had a great time last night on this tour with Ghost Host Sylvia who was both informative and entertaining. Sylvia is a great story teller who kept us engaged throughout the tour. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!”

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11.San Diego: Haunted Ghost Tour by Bus

Spooky tales and haunting history await on this chilling bus tour that explores San Diego's most notorious paranormal hotspots, daring visitors to uncover the city's dark past.

★ 4.7

“Our guide was super entertaining! The locations and history was great! We would definitely recommend the tour to others!”

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12.Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour in San Diego

Experience the spooky side of San Diego with a Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour. Explore haunted sites and listen to chilling tales of paranormal activity. Book your tour now!

★ 4.0

“Enjoyed hearing the history of the area and things that had happened in the past. The detective that toured us was very knowledgeable and was able to give good information”

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13.San Diego Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Tour

Experience the spooky side of San Diego with the Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Tour. Explore haunted locations and hear chilling stories from the city's past. Don't miss out on this eerie adventure!

★ 4.5

“What a fun experience. As a San Diego native, I love hearing about our local history. Leila made that a ton of fun! She's a sweetheart and a sassy, excellent storyteller. The waterfront is beautiful at night, and it was a blast to be by…”

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