As the Halloween season draws near, ghost stories are once again taking center stage in Old Town San Diego. The Original Old Town Haunted Ghost Tour is launching nightly guided walks.
Departing daily at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, the walking tour takes participants through San Diego’s historic center, where guides blend local history with chilling accounts of paranormal activity through some of the city’s most haunted landmarks.
After-Hours Access to Heritage Park
A key highlight of the experience is exclusive nighttime access to Heritage Park. According to organizers, the tour has secured special permission to take visitors inside the Victorian-era site after its gates close to the general public.
The tour aims to make the most of the park’s eerie nocturnal atmosphere while detailing the history of its ancient buildings and the legends of ghostly encounters tied to them.
A Visit to El Campo Santo
The route also weaves through El Campo Santo, a historic cemetery where guests can walk among the graves while discovering the lives of those buried there.
Guides will share reported sightings and supernatural occurrences connected to the site, though these stories are meant as captivating storytelling rather than established fact.
Exploring the Whaley House Grounds
No Old Town ghost tour would be complete without stopping at the iconic Whaley House, long considered one of the epicenter’s of local haunting lore.
The tour brings visitors onto the property’s grounds to delve into the historic events and folklore that cemented its eerie reputation.
Event Schedule and Ticket Details
The Original Old Town Haunted Ghost Tour runs daily from September 18 through October 21, 2026, with tours scheduled at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Tickets are priced at $42 per person. Due to the mature themes covered along the route, the experience is recommended for guests aged 10 and older.
