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15 Best San Francisco Ghost Tours

The ghost walks: gold rush ghosts, Chinatown legends and fog that does half the staging for free. The walking versions favor stories over jump scares.

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

“Our tour guide was amazing! He definitely was great with his story telling and keeping everyone engaged in the tour!”

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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

“The tour guide was knowledgeable but because the group was so large, it was difficult to hear the stories. And remember, you are in San Fran - the hills during the walking tour were brutal.”

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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

“Christian made this ghost hunting experience amazing. Will def come back and rec to friends. I never knew SF had such a dark history”

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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

“I had SUCH an amazing time! I was traveling solo and didn’t feel safe wandering SF alone at night. I found the ghost tour and thought it would be the perfect solution! AND I was able to see SF in an entirely different way.”

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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

“James was so captivating! We thoroughly enjoyed listening to his stories! It was the perfect mix of chill time and “tour time””

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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

“My partner and I had such a memorable time on this after-dark ghost hunting tour at the San Remo Hotel. Our group was small just the two of us and one other guest which made the experience feel super personal and immersive.”

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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

“Great experience. No bad things to say about our experience. Guide was knowledgeable and was interesting.”

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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

“Such a fun night! Learned so much about the city that I never knew. Guide was friendly and excited to share his knowledge.”

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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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