San Francisco Ghosts, Gold and Ghouls Tour
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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!
Departure Point
- All tours meet at Union Square, 333 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94108, on the corner of Powell Street and Post Street, across from the giant lit sign that says "Saks Fifth Avenue". Please look for your guide wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Return Details
- Our tour will end at Sir Francis Drake Hotel, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: 450 Sutter Building
450 Sutter St, , San Francisco, California
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Stop At: California Street
California, Embarcadero & Chinatown, San Francisco, California
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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
The Fairmont Hotel, a historic and esteemed landmark in San Francisco’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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Pacific Union Club
1000 California Street, , San Francisco, California
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Stop At: Huntington Park
California St - Cushman St, Nob Hill, San Francisco, California
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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Nob Hill
, , San Francisco, California
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: 870 Bush St
870 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Stop At: Beacon Grand Hotel
450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- Documented accounts of hauntings and paranormal activity
- Professional and Courteous Guides
- Intensely researched true stories of history
Redemption Instructions
Please check in with your Tour Guide at the meeting location 10-15 minutes before the tour's start time.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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