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San Diego Ghosts: Gaslamp Haunted Tour

85 Reviews 4.02 out of 5 stars Based on 85 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | San Diego, USA

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Overview

Embark on a spine-chilling journey through San Diego’s haunted heart with our immersive walking ghost tour.

Explore the historic district with an experienced local guide, delving into iconic sites like the eerie Carriage Works and the storied Horton Grand Hotel. As you wander these haunted grounds, your guide will share chilling tales of ancient turf wars, tragic events, and restless spirits. Discover real-life accounts of the inexplicable and uncover dark secrets beneath San Diego’s sunny facade.

This mile-long tour offers intrigue at every turn, featuring the historic William Heath Davis House and Yamada Building. While entry into private buildings isn’t included, the ghostly atmosphere will surround you, making it feel like a living history book.

Experience thrilling stories of life, death, and the supernatural, gaining insight into the city’s tumultuous past and its lingering spirits.

Join us for an evening of thrills and unforgettable memories in America’s Finest City!

What's Included

  • Documented accounts of historic hauntings
  • Intensely researched true stories of history
  • Professional and Courteous Guides
  • Food and Beverage
  • Motorized Transportation
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Meeting Location

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Fourth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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What To Expect

GARAGE Kitchen + Bar

The Carriage Works in San Diego, now the bustling Garage Kitchen + Bar, was once a hub for selling and repairing carriages, horses, and later, horseless carriages. Following a tragic event that occurred here, the site has gained a reputation for paranormal activity, with reports of ghostly occurrences adding an eerie undertone to its lively present-day atmosphere.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Horton Grand Hotel

The Horton Grand Hotel, one of San Diego’s oldest and most storied hotels, was originally commissioned in 1886 and stands as a testament to the city’s rich history. Its venerable age has given rise to numerous ghostly tales, with visitors reporting eerie apparitions, flickering lights, and other unsettling phenomena that add a haunting dimension to its historic charm.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum

The William Heath Davis House, the oldest building in San Diego, is notorious for its reputation as the most haunted residence in the Gaslamp Quarter. With a history that includes serving as a makeshift hospital, office quarters, and a hiding spot for a German spy during World War II, the building's past is rife with unsettling events, leading to numerous reports of ghostly hauntings and eerie phenomena.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

516 Fifth Ave

The Yamada Building, constructed in 1869 during San Diego's transcontinental boom, has a rich history marked by its succession of Asian-descended owners, including Frank Yamada, who ran a popular billiard hall known as Frank's Place in the 1950s. Though steeped in cultural significance, the building is also shrouded in mystery, with tales of lingering spirits and unexplained occurrences that hint at a haunted legacy.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Prohibition Lounge

The Prohibition Lounge in San Diego, a bar themed like a 1920s speakeasy, carries a chilling past as its basement location once served as the city’s morgue. Today, this atmospheric venue is known for more than just its craft cocktails, with rumors of strange occurrences and eerie happenings that add an unsettling layer to its already mysterious ambiance.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

664 Fifth Ave

Old City Hall in San Diego, originally built as a bank in the stunning Florentine Italianate style, had its ornate facade tragically dismantled and covered in stucco during the 1950s to achieve a more modern look. Fortunately, in the 1980s, investors restored its original grandeur, but the building's past is still whispered about in tales of lingering spirits and mysterious happenings within its historic walls.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yuma Building

The Yuma Building, a distinctive and versatile structure in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, has transitioned through various roles including office space, hotel, and now features a commercial first floor with luxury private residences above. Its intriguing history is shadowed by paranormal reports, with the ghostly presence of "The Captain" and a woman driven to madness said to haunt its storied halls.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

The Old Casino Theater, which opened in 1913 and now houses the Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop, once had a tumultuous history as an adult store until the early 1970s. The building's dark past includes a tragic fire that claimed the life of a trapped projectionist, and today, it is known for its ghostly hauntings, with eerie encounters reported by those who visit this site of past violence and despair.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Diego Ghosts: Gaslamp Haunted Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Documented accounts of historic hauntings
  • Intensely researched true stories of history
  • Professional and Courteous Guides
  • Food and Beverage
  • Motorized Transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).

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