San Diego: Haunted Historic Whaley House

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Discover the many lives of Old Town San Diego’s 1857 Whaley House Museum on a self-guided tour. See its historic furnishings and learn about its second to none haunted pedigree.

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English
Duration

40 minutes
Includes
- Daytime entry to the Whaley House
- Self-guided tour of the house and grounds

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Highlights

Discover the heritage of America's most haunted house
Get an unparalleled peak into early California history
See 19th-century furnishings, bedrooms, interiors, and more
Hear about past and present paranormal and spiritual encounters
Learn about San Diego's first commercial theater and second county courthouse

Description

Travel back to 1800s San Diego as you explore the family home of Thomas Whaley on a self-guided tour. After a 5-minute introduction, walk through the Whaley House Museum at your own pace and ask the docent in each room any questions you may have.
For those who have an affinity for the paranormal, San Diego’s famed Whaley House is widely regarded as the most haunted house in America. With its rich and dark past, spine-tingling cases of spiritual encounters, and inexplicable events, its haunted pedigree is second to none.
Get a glimpse into the past at a house that’s been viewed as an integral part of Old Town San Diego since 1857. With more than a century in the making, the Whaley House Museum holds an impressive amount of San Diego heritage.
Recognized as the oldest two-story brick-structure south of Monterey California, the Whaley House features magnificent Greek Revival architecture along with an unrivaled historical timeline encompassing San Diego’s second county courthouse, a lively theater, a charming general store, and a prominent family home.

Good to know before you go

Last entry to the museum is at 4:30 PM
This tour is rated PG; content might be sensitive for some guests
An adult must accompany children 12 years of age and under. The tour may not be suitable for children under 13
Keep in mind the historic attributes of the Whaley House Museum, including stairs and uneven grounds
Wheelchair access is available only on the first floor; there are no on-site elevators

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