San Francisco Ghost Tour
San Francisco may be a friendly place, but don’t be fooled! The Bay hides some pretty spooky secrets! Book a tour with Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours as we explore the creepiest haunts in the 415.
Get TicketsWhy You Need to Take Our San Francisco Ghost Tour
You’ll learn about the hidden history of San Francisco with one of our local guides and paranormal experts. You’ll get to see the city like never before, and you might even come face-to-face with a real ghost! Are you scared yet? You should be! Our tours rely on the natural haunted essence of the city to get that adrenaline rush. There’s nobody in a costume sneaking up behind you for a cheap scare; our thrills are authentic. Whether you’re a local looking to learn more about your city, or a tourist who wants to see the sights, we’ve got a spot for you. So what are you waiting for? Book your San Francisco ghost tour today!
Our Tours
SAN FRANCISCO GHOSTS: GOLD AND GHOULS TOUR
Lost in a fog of tragedy, misfortune, and greed, San Francisco’s reputation as the city of gold vanished in darkness with its forsaken and forgotten souls.
Tour Meeting Location: Union Square at the corner of Powell St. and Post St.
Tour Times: 8PM
Tour Length: 1 hour
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
SAN FRANCISCO GHOSTS BOOS AND BOOZE HAUNTED PUB CRAWL
Try the new Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl for some genuine scares, spirits, and spirits in San Francisco.
Tour Meeting Location: High Horse in the Jackson Square Historic District, 582 Washington, St.
Tour Times: 5:30PM
Tour Length: 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
GOLD, GREED, AND GUNSLINGERS: FORGING SAN FRANCISCO
It's pretty now, but during the Gold Rush this area was known as the Barbary Coast, infamous for its violence and vice.
Tour Meeting Location: Corner of Merchant St. and Kearney St. Across the street from Portsmouth Square, in front of the Hilton.
Tour Times: 2PM
Tour Length: 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
TASTE OF SAN FRANCISCO: FLAVORS OF THE MISSION DISTRICT
Learn the diverse and unique story of San Francisco though food and history. San Francisco has been the epicenter for change. From the hippie movement of the 60s, to the current gentrification taking place with the tech boom.
Tour Meeting Location: Mexico Liberty Bell, Dolores Street & 19th Street San Francisco, CA
Tour Times: 11AM
Tour Length: 2 Hours 45 Minutes
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Why is San Francisco So Haunted?
Before the Europeans arrived, the San Francisco Bay Area was inhabited by the Yelamu people. The Spaniards arrived in the mid-1700s, and like usual, they attempted to use Catholicism to subjugate the local Indigenous tribes. Originally called Yerba Buena when the budding town was part of Mexico, the name was changed to San Francisco shortly before the end of the Mexican-American War.
The land was soon ceded over to the United States, but San Francisco remained a small town despite its ideal location in a natural harbor. It wasn’t until the California Gold Rush that the population started to grow. The city exploded in 1849 as prospectors flocked to the town hoping to hit it big, leading to them being nicknamed “Forty-niners.” The town grew even more after California became a state, as more gold and silver reserves were discovered nearby.
Asian immigration became a central focal point for the city as Chinese, Japanese, and Filipinos crossed the Pacific, looking for work and opportunity in the face of racism and heavy discrimination. The 1906 earthquake left a lasting impression on the city, destroying much of San Francisco’s infrastructure, but the city came back more vital than ever. During the Great Depression, the city was able to take on the massive task of building the Golden Gate Bridge.
Today, San Francisco is a financial and cultural powerhouse. But behind the tech companies, protest marches, and friendly atmosphere, San Francisco hides some pretty dark secrets. The City by the Bay is overrun with ghosts, and they’re waiting to be discovered! Many are locked up in Alcatraz or stranded on Angel Island, while some hang out on the Bay Bridge or on Lombard Street.
Then there are the classic haunted houses like the Whittier Mansion or the Nob Hill Inn. The spirits of the immigrants and gold prospectors who flocked to San Francisco created a cultural melting pot and left behind tons of interesting ghost stories. So don’t miss out on the Bay Area haunts! Book your San Francisco ghost tour today at www.usghostadventures.com!
Why should you tour with us?
In a city that’s bustling on every corner, adventure is not hard to come by. San Fran has got it all. San Fran is also a melting pot, full of rich neighborhoods, each in their own way has paved what the US is today. Come experience the thrill of multiple haunted locations with stories that will shake you. Discover a side of San Francisco that you won't see on post cards with a San Francisco ghost tour.
You’ve already paid a visit to the infamous Alcatraz island, heard the tales, and seen the sights. Now, you’re in the market for more eldritch horrors. Our tours take you around popular destinations while recounting nail-biting accounts of hauntings meant to give you your fix of ghosts. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to see a plethora of different sites that are historically and deeply haunted.
There’s a reason why horror movies are a stereotypical date night activity. There is no better way to spend a night with your significant other than being scared into each other’s arms. This engaging and fun San Francisco ghost tour is the perfect way to switch it up and step away from the TV. Trust us, you’ll be talking about this date night for months to come.
Maybe you watched ‘Vertigo’, or ‘The Rock’, or any other movie that was filmed at the Fairmont Hotel. “I want a suite, a shower, a shave, the feel of a suit,” John Mason. While the hotel makes for the perfect backdrop in any movie, the activity that goes on inside is a bit more bone-chilling. Come see what makes the Fairmont Hotel equally beautiful and haunted.
We won’t try to convert you into a ghost hunter, but we will share the historical accounts of real deaths and hauntings that surround SF. These frightening stories may just leave you a bit more intrigued about life after death. We’ll allow you to be the Skully to our Mulder — just watch out, sometimes the spooks take your reluctance as a challenge.
Fog City can be a daunting city upon arrival; colorful buildings, historical sites, and so much to see. This tour combines a bit of everything. You will experience historical events while walking around one of the wealthiest neighborhoods of SF. Whether you’re a local, or a tourist who refers to this city as “Frisco”, this tour is the perfect way to see the good, bad, and ugly of this Gold Rush town.
FAQs
Please see your booking details for meeting location. There are neighboring parking garages and street parking that are available in the area.
Group size varies based on time of year and demand. We can keep everyone in your party in the same group. We’ve been doing this for years, and manage group size to ensure guests have a great experience. In the event you can’t hear your tour guide, let them know, or move closer to them.
Pets are welcome as long as they do not disrupt or distract from the tour
The arrival time will be listed on your confirmation email and in the available tour times when you click the book button
Please do not call us, the best way to reach us is by email using the contact form on this website
An extended tour takes you to a few additional locations when the regular tour ends. This adds about four new places and 30 minutes to your tour- highly recommended
Book a tour and check the +1 box for each person in your group where it says “Extended Tour” at checkout to add an extended Ghost tour.
Please contact us directly for pricing and availability. We do not do private tours under 30 persons. If you have a group under 30, please order directly from the website’s book now option.
Tours are held rain or shine. We will contact you if the tour is cancelled.
Please only attend the tour for the day and time you are booked, as another day or time may not be available. If you need to reschedule, please contact us by email first. There is a $10 per order (not person) rebooking fee for each schedule change.
As it is unfair to other guests, we do not wait for late or no show parties. Please remember to arrive to the correct location on time! We do not grant refunds to guests who fail to arrive to the appointed place on time and miss their tour.
No, but some of the locations you can visit during the day for free. We simply wouldn’t have the time to focus on as many stories as we do if we were to enter each one, and we wish to focus on the stories, and leave the exploring up to you!
15 minutes before the start of your tour
No.
No, this is a walking tour.
Most of the tour is not stroller or wheelchair accessible.
Yes, you are welcome to take photos of the locations we visit!
No, videos are not allowed
No, there is no smoking allowed on the tour
We do not allow intoxicated guests or drinking on the tour- we will promptly ask those in violation to leave
Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours
America’s most infamously haunted house delivers the most terrifying scares from all across the nation. We’ve compiled an extensive list of notoriously haunted locations and packaged them into spooky, entertaining tours available throughout the nation. Discover the true, unfiltered stories that created these hair-raising scares in only the unique and engaging way our expert guides can bring them to you. From the ghosts of unsolved murders and tragic accidents to disturbed spirits unable to find peace, there’s no limit to what we expose on our authentic ghost tours. Join us as we take you on an unforgettable, chilling journey through your city’s dark past and uncover the sinister secrets that put these places on the otherworldly map.
The Lizzie Borden House is home to the infamous murders that captivated the nation and made Lizzie Borden a macabre household name. Guests can explore the house via a variety of tours and, for those brave enough, stay in this notoriously haunted home. We aim to provide you with a memorable experience as well as deliver the best ghost tours, haunted pub crawls, and a variety of other experiences in over 100 cities.
Blogs
Fake News in Fall River
The murders of Fall River's Andrew and Abby Borden were front-page news in the autumn of 1892. How could a young woman such as Lizzie have allegedly committed such heinous acts? The crime enveloped the town that year, drawing in speculation and myst ... Read More
Posted 11.15.2021
Methodists and Millgirls – Fall River’s First Unsolved Murder
The main stretch of Fall River. Source: Wikimedia CommonsFall River and Lizzie Borden go together hand-in-hand. Even if you’re not a Fall River native, just hearing the town’s name is enough to send chills down your spine. But the Lizzi ... Read More
Posted 11.15.2021
Oak Grove Cemetery
All cemeteries have some haunting, and there's no exception for the Oak Grove Cemetery in Fall River, Massachusetts. This cemetery, however, has good reason to be haunted. And haunted, it most certainly is.History of Oak Grove Cemete ... Read More
Posted 09.29.2021
Lizzie Borden’s Maplecroft Mansion
Lizzie Borden's Maplecroft Mansion was home to the alleged axe murderer for nearly 35 years after being acquitted for murdering her parents.It's believed that her spirit hangs on in her beloved home, as well as the home she lived across town whe ... Read More
Posted 09.21.2021
