San Diego: Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour

Old Town San Diego, San Diego



Take a ride on the dark side during this spirited and entertaining evening trolley bus tour. Hear about stories of history and mystery and the legends of San Diego’s past. See sights including the Whaley House exterior, Old Town, and 2 cemeteries.

San Diego Haunted History Tour

This 90-minute guided trolley and walking tour explores San Diego’s haunted sites, ideal for adults interested in local paranormal history.

Highlights

  • Explore the grounds of the Whaley House, known for reported paranormal activity
  • Learn about San Diego’s infamous historical characters
  • Visit two local cemeteries and hear the stories of those buried there

Description

Discover San Diego’s darker history through a narrated tour covering unsettling deaths and mysterious events. Begin in Mission Hills at Pioneer Park, gaining insight into the area’s eerie nighttime atmosphere.

Next, visit Old Town and walk through El Campo Santo Cemetery, learning about the city’s past filled with gunslingers, gamblers, and other notable figures.

The tour concludes outside the Whaley House, a site famous for multiple paranormal reports.

Includes

  • 90-minute narrated trolley tour with two stops
  • Short walking tour of El Campo Santo Cemetery
  • Short walking tour of Old Town Cemetery and Whaley House exterior

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • Not suitable for children
  • Includes walking on grass, sidewalks, and burial grounds; wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly
  • Not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes. Evening tours offer a more atmospheric visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes the Whaley House and two local cemeteries known for their paranormal histories in San Diego.
The tour is designed for adults interested in San Diego's darker history and reported paranormal activity.
Operating days and times vary; check the website for current hours and availability in San Diego.
Tour duration varies, typically lasting around 2 hours to cover San Diego's haunted locations and cemeteries.
This tour is best suited for adults due to its focus on paranormal stories and local cemetery visits.
Yes, tickets for the San Diego trolley tour can be booked online through official websites.
The tour departs from a central San Diego location; exact meeting points are provided upon booking.
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended for walking through San Diego’s historical sites and cemeteries.
The tour includes some walking at stops like the Whaley House and cemeteries, covering moderate distances in San Diego.
Photography is generally allowed, but flash and tripods may be restricted at certain San Diego sites for preservation reasons.

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