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The Haunt SF: Ghost Hunting Tour

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San Francisco, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys.

You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF detector during the tour.

After meeting near the Transamerica Pyramid, your ghost hunter guide escorts you down haunted alleys, through mysterious neighborhoods, and around historic street corners. Stand atop old Gold Rush cemeteries, learn of paranormal activity following mysterious deaths, visit the site of infamous brothels, hear about Gold Rush–era hauntings, and how Chinatown’s gang wars changed the city.

But it's not “just a ghost tour” -- this tour includes tales of unexplained deaths, scandalous murders, the old red light district and more...

Recommended for ages 12+ due to mature themes, including serial killers, brothels, and true crime.

This tour can accommodate wheelchairs, but there will be two moderate hills -- please inquire if you have concerns.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Use of ghost hunting gear
  • Gratuities

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94111, USA

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End point

Waverly Place
San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

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What To Expect

Transamerica Pyramid

Hear of the buried bodies and ships in this area
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Haunt Ghost Tours (Pass By)

Wild SF Tours runs the Haunted SF tour
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Jackson Square

The old Gold Rush district, with stories of 1800's hauntings
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

Stories of the old red light district, murders, gang wars and ghosts
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Lights Booksellers (Pass By)

We walk by this historic location
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Old Cathedral of St. Mary (Pass By)

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Chinatown Alleys (Pass By)

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Tin How Temple (Pass By)

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Grant Avenue (Pass By)

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Portsmouth Square (Pass By)

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Jack Kerouac Alley (Pass By)

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Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co (Pass By)

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Vesuvio Cafe (Pass By)

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Sing Fat Co. building (Pass By)

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The Speakeasy (Pass By)

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Comfort Women Statue - San Francisco (Pass By)

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St. Mary's Square (Pass By)

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EscapeSF (Pass By)

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Bank of Canton (Pass By)

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Vital Tea Leaf (Pass By)

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Hop Sing Tong Building (Pass By)

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Red Blossom Tea Company (Pass By)

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Wai Hing Imports (Pass By)

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Terracotta Army Mural (Pass By)

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The Street of the Painted Balconies (Pass By)

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Li Po Cocktail Lounge (Pass By)

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Buddha Lounge (Pass By)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: Included: Professional guideUse of ghost hunting gear Not included: Gratuities 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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Activity code: C-16540P4

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Reviews

4.82
887 reviews

Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 887 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Cancellation Policy

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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