San Francisco Ghosts, Gold and Ghouls Tour | 1 hour 30 minutes

223 Reviews | San Francisco
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San Francisco Ghosts: Gold and
2 Adults x $33.00
$66.00
Approx Total
$66.00
Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Documented accounts of hauntings and paranormal activity
  • Professional and Courteous Guides
  • Intensely researched true stories of history
  • Dinner
  • Private transportation

Overview

Embark on a spine-tingling journey through San Francisco's shadowy streets with our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings intertwine! Guided by an expert local storyteller, this tour takes you to some of the city's most iconic and eerie locations in the historic district. As you stroll through fog-laden streets, hear chilling tales of spirits lingering in places like the Sutter Building and the Fairmont Hotel, where echoes of the past resonate. This mile-long trek reveals San Francisco's tumultuous history, from the Gold Rush's promise to the tragedies that scarred the city. Encounter stories of the California Street Wandering Bride and the Pacific-Union Club, once the opulent Flood mansion. While entry into private buildings isn't allowed, standing on haunted ground will send shivers down your spine. Each tale uncovers the darker side of San Francisco, offering ghostly encounters and historical insights that will both entertain and enlighten you!

Meeting points

All tours meet on Union Square, at the NW corner, at 333 Post St and Powell St. Across from us, is a store called Saks Fifth Avenue, which is lit up so you can see it from almost anywhere in the Square. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures T-shirt and carrying a lantern.

End point

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Our tour will end at Sir Francis Drake Hotel, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.

Itinerary

  • 450 Sutter Building

    The Sutter Building in San Francisco, a striking office structure adorned with elaborate Neo-Mayan carvings, was erected in 1929 as a medical building and once earned the nickname "The Temple of Doom." Despite its architectural grandeur, the building is notorious for reports of dark, unsettling presences, with visitors and staff alike feeling an eerie and oppressive atmosphere that lingers within its walls.

    7 minutes

  • California Street

    On California Street, the legend of the Wandering Bride haunts the area with a tragic tale. This ghostly bride is said to roam the streets in her wedding gown searching for her lost groom and leaving behind a chilling presence that still unsettles those who encounter her spectral form.

    8 minutes

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    The Fairmont Hotel, a historic and esteemed landmark in San Franciscoā€™s prestigious Nob Hill neighborhood, is celebrated for its elegance and exceptional service. However, after the devastating 1906 earthquake, the hotel gained a reputation for being cursed, with numerous accidents and reported apparitions adding a haunting dimension to its storied past.

    8 minutes

  • Pacific Union Club

    Though a men's-only secret society holds meetings behind closed doors in this old mansion, they can't keep out the ghost of the original owner. Hear the testimony of a custodian who shared his insider information.

    7 minutes

  • Huntington Park

    Huntington Park in San Francisco, once the site of the grand Huntington Mansion owned by the renowned Collis P. Huntington, now offers a different kind of intrigue. After the mansion was lost to the 1906 earthquake, the park that replaced it has become known for its nighttime paranormal activities, with ghostly presences and eerie phenomena reported by those who visit after dark.

    8 minutes

  • Nob Hill (Pass By)

    Explore this historic neighborhood, shaped by centuries of interesting personalities and unexpected disasters. Listen as even more stories unfold as spirits of the past make their presence known.

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    The Dennis T. Sullivan Memorial in San Francisco honors the bravery and sacrifice of the Fire Chief who, despite severe injuries from the 1906 earthquake, emerged from the rubble to help save lives. The memorial, dedicated to this heroic figure, is also known for its haunting legacy, with many visitors reporting eerie sensations and ghostly presences linked to the chief's tragic and selfless act.

    7 minutes

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    The Sir Francis Drake Hotel, an opulent landmark built in 1928, has long been a symbol of historic grandeur in San Francisco. Its reputation for elegance is shadowed by the tragic fall of James Davidson from the 8th floor, a tragedy that has since given rise to numerous paranormal encounters and ghostly phenomena reported by guests and staff alike.

    7 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.6

223 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    190
  • 4 stars
    9
  • 3 stars
    11
  • 2 stars
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 190 reviews with 5 stars

Our guide Jamie was super...

Published on Feb, 2025

Our guide Jamie was super knowledgeable and enthusiastic about educating us on the haunted side of SF. As locals, we learned so many new things and it was an awesome history lesson too! Jamie was an absolutely wonderful guide and we will be back with family when they come to visit. So fun!

11/10 Recommend

Published on Jan, 2025

I came here with my boyfriend for some spooky adventures and it was such a fun, memorable experience ! Iā€™m usually someone who gets distracted easily but Our guide Jamie is an amazing storyteller and made the whole experience incredibly entertaining. I had a ton of my friends reach out to me super intrigued to explore as well.

Great tour!

Published on Jan, 2025

We had a lot of fun on our SF Ghosts Gold and Ghouls Tour! It was great to walk the city with a knowledgeable guide. Erin told us all kinds of interesting things about buildings, architecture, and residents of San Francisco. She was very friendly and a lot of fun!

Ghost Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Mike and his cute sidekick, Oakley, took our group on a fantastic tour of SF. What was supposed to be a Ghost and Ghoul tour ( which it was!) turned into an deep dive into SF history and folklore. Mike was engaging, entertaining and answered all our questions. Since most of the group were locals he had a lot more information to share because of our familiarity to the area . An enjoyable tour for tourists for sure but a fun, informative tour for the local history buff.

Oakley for the win!

Published on Dec, 2024

Our tour was led by Mike, who was wonderful. However, the real star of the show was Oakley the ghost hunter. We would definitely recommend to anyone who is interested in a fun evening.

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