San Diego’s haunted history lurks around every corner, with historic sites like the William Heath Davis House holding centuries of spine-chilling stories. These local landmarks whisper tales of paranormal encounters that have fascinated ghost hunters and history buffs for generations.
From the shadows of downtown’s oldest buildings to the eerie corridors of preserved historical sites, San Diego offers a unique glimpse into the supernatural world that exists just beneath the city’s sunny surface.
Explore San Diego’s most haunting historical destinations now!
Featured Haunted Houses in San Diego
Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours
What to Expect
Exclusive access to multiple haunted interior locations
Description
San Diego's most comprehensive ghost tour takes visitors through the city's darkest historical locations, including Old Town, Sherman Heights, and the Gaslamp District. Uniquely offering inside access to multiple haunted sites, the tour combines historical storytelling with paranormal exploration. Professional hosts deliver theatrical, historically accurate narratives about San Diego's macabre past.
Where: San Diego | More Info: Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours
The Haunted Trail
What to Expect
Movie-themed horror scenes with professional makeup and live actors
Description
The Haunted Trail transforms Balboa Park into a multi-scene horror experience with immersive theatrical elements. Live actors navigate guests through intricately designed horror environments, featuring current movie-inspired scenes and makeup that blends cinematic terror with local storytelling. The trail offers intense, professionally staged scares with energetic performers who engage visitors throughout the journey.
Where: San Diego | More Info: The Haunted Trail
Whaley House
What to Expect
Nationally recognized most haunted house in California
Description
San Diego's most infamous historic haunted house sits in Old Town, featuring documented paranormal activity spanning decades. This 19th-century Greek Revival home hosts guided ghost tours that explore its dark history, including reports of multiple spectral residents and documented supernatural encounters.
Where: San Diego | More Info: Whaley House
William Heath Davis House
What to Expect
Oldest surviving wooden structure in downtown San Diego
Description
The William Heath Davis House, San Diego's oldest surviving wooden structure, offers self-guided historical tours and paranormal experiences in the Gaslamp Quarter. This Victorian-era museum explores local history through carefully preserved rooms and offers specialized ghost tours highlighting the building's haunted past.
Where: San Diego | More Info: William Heath Davis House
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