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15 Best San Francisco Ghost Tours

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1.Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator

Explore San Francisco's haunted side with a guided ghost hunt in Chinatown, using real ghost-hunting tools, led by knowledgeable guides in a fun, spooky walk.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Jamie, our tour guide, was phenomenal! Very knowledgeable and excited about the history of the area. Would recommend”

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2.San Francisco Ghosts, Gold and Ghouls Tour

Discover San Francisco’s haunted past on this 1.5-hour walking ghost tour exploring Nob Hill’s eerie sites, ghost stories, and historic legends.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful time and I want others to know, if they have a hard time with steep hikes, they need to be prepared for that. Otherwise, the stories were wonderful. Our family included a party of eight including people who were 12, 16,…”

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3.San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour

Explore San Francisco's haunted past on this engaging 90-minute walking ghost tour through Pacific Heights, led by knowledgeable guides for an authentic spooky experience.

★ 5.0

“The tour started punctually with our thematically dressed (cool lantern and all) tour guide and owner operator, Christian. He's the perfect blend of warmth, engaging, humerous and a wealth of knowledge. We were given a clear outline of what the tour would consist of. In…”

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4.San Francisco: Gold and Ghouls Ghost Tour

Discover San Francisco’s haunted side with this 1-hour ghost tour exploring Nob Hill and Union Square’s eerie hotels, tragic histories, and legendary tales.

★ 4.4

“The tour with Mike was amazing, above and beyond our expectations. The tour was the highlight of our trip. My husband, who is very particular said it was the best tour he has ever been on. Mike is authentic and passionate about SF history. He…”

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5.Walk with Spirits: A Haunted Pub Crawl in San Francisco

Explore San Francisco’s haunted side with a 2.5-hour pub crawl featuring ghost stories, dark history, and visits to historic pubs like the Old Ship Saloon.

★ 5.0

“Eric was a VERY entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide! We not only learned about some hauntings and true crime, but also about the history of San Francisco from its founding to the present day. Even though I've lived in the Bay Area for 2 years…”

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7.San Francisco: Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Discover San Francisco's haunted past on this 2-hour pub crawl through historic districts, with ghost stories, historic pubs, and lively guides.

★ 4.7

“Tour was very fun and informative! Went over the dark history of San Francisco and was able to bar crawl to three cool unique bars! My tour guide was also super nice and welcoming as well!”

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8.VIP Haunted Hotel Experience: Ghost Hunting plus Cocktail

Experience San Francisco’s haunted history with this ghost hunting tour at the San Remo Hotel, including cocktails, ghost tools, and exclusive access.

★ 5.0

“Jamie did such a good job of leading our group through this exploration that we doubt anyone could help but enjoy themselves under his tutelage. This glimpse into an alien realm was practiced and mindful of its audience. Well done. The Read more”

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10.San Francisco Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Explore San Francisco’s haunted history on a 2-hour pub crawl visiting iconic bars, with documented ghost stories, guided by knowledgeable hosts for a unique night out.

★ 5.0

“It was all about the tour guide Michaela, as she was great to spend an evening exploring hauted building and streets. We tried to get ahold of the company but they weren’t very responsive, but once we got there, Mich took care of us.”

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11.San Francisco Ghost & True Crime Tour

Explore San Francisco’s dark side with this 3-hour small-group ghost and crime tour. Discover scandalous stories, historic bars, and city secrets.

★ 4.0

“Hands down the best walking tour I’ve ever been on! I don’t ordinarily take the time to leave a review, but I’ve found myself thinking about how much I enjoyed the tour many times over the last week. Not only did I learn a lot…”

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13.The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

Explore San Francisco's haunted past with this self-guided audio tour. Walk through historic neighborhoods and hear chilling ghost stories at your own pace.

★ 5.0

“It was a fantastic experience to get to know the history and feel of San Francisco! I love getting to walk around and seeing the area! I highly recommend this tour!”

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14.San Francisco Gregangelo Museum – Haunted Doll House

Discover San Francisco’s quirky side with the Haunted Doll House tour at Gregangelo Museum—an interactive, spooky experience filled with haunted toys, live performances, and a whimsical tea party.

★ 5.0

“From start to finish, this is a well-conceived, delightful and whimsical production, performed throughout a truly amazing venue! Funny, smart and yes, slightly spooky. It's a perfect "San Francisco" experience.”

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