Haunted Whaley House Night Tour

From$20
1 hour
San Diego, USA

About this activity

Join a guided night tour of San Diego's Whaley House, delving into its haunted history and architectural beauty.

Highlights

  • Explore San Diego's most haunted house
  • Hear chilling tales of the Whaley family
  • Visit the courtroom where history was made
  • Experience paranormal hotspots firsthand
  • Discover the house's rich architectural details

Full description

Step into the eerie world of the Whaley House on this guided night tour. Known as one of America's most haunted homes, the Whaley House offers a spine-chilling experience as you explore its historic rooms and hear tales of the Whaley family's intriguing past. From its role as a courtroom to its architectural splendor, this tour provides a unique glimpse into San Diego's rich history and the spirits that may still linger within its walls. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure into the unknown.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of the Whaley House
  • Historical insights into the house's past
  • Access to the most haunted rooms
  • Transportation to and from the venue

Meeting point

Start Location

2476 San Diego Ave, Old Town, San Diego, California, United States

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tours are conducted in English; proficiency is recommended
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in
  • Parking is available nearby; consider arriving early to secure a spot

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Emotional support animals or pets are not allowed
  • Wheelchair access is limited to the first floor
  • The Whaley House Night Tour is rated PG-13. Tour is not recommended for children 12 years of age or younger.
  • There is free parking available at Old Town State Park. Please plan accordingly.
  • Guests must check in with our sales rep at the ticket booth no later than 20 minutes prior to the tour starting. Late check-in may result in forfeited reserved entry.

Traveler reviews

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I expected it to be bad but not that bad

I knew the tour was going to be short based on other reviews but it wasn’t just short, it was not done well. It felt like the tour guide was just badly reciting a memorized script and skipped some things that ended up not making sense (what do you mean rats came into this room so people stopped storing food in here? You never mentioned anything about food being stored in here). Then later, the nationality of a man that was executed on site didn’t make sense so I looked him up and he was from a completely different country than mentioned and was executed based on mistaken identity. I took this tour for the “ghost” history, expecting it to be hokey, but was also interested in the history and didn’t feel like we got a whole lot of accurate information. Probably would have been better to come and do a self guided visit during the day. The house itself is lovely but you don’t get to access many parts of it.

Sarah_SSep 19, 2026VIATOR

This was an interesting...

This was an interesting tour, just very short. It could have been twice as long and had more content as the story itself was very interesting.

Bridget_HSep 9, 2026VIATOR

Julie was such an amazing...

Julie was such an amazing storyteller and you can tell she loves her job! I loved how preserved all the rooms were and I’d definitely come back

jessie_aAug 24, 2026VIATOR

Old Town Must Do

Kid friendly, mild scares, some serious subject matter discussed. For me, could've spent a little more time exploring or asking questions in each room.

Chris_KAug 9, 2026VIATOR

2-Story home

It was cool not long and the First Two-story home in California that's cool. Like the store as well.

Wesley_BAug 9, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Emotional support animals or pets are not allowed Wheelchair access is limited to the first floor The Whaley House Night Tour is rated PG-13. Tour is not recommended for children 12 years of age or younger. There is free parking available at Old Town State Park. Please plan accordingly. Guests must check in with our sales rep at the ticket booth no later than 20 minutes prior to the tour starting. Late check-in may result in forfeited reserved entry.