The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour - ghost tour group exploring haunted San Diego locations at night
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The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour

AN ADULTS-ONLY (16+) JOURNEY INTO SAN DIEGO'S DARKEST HAUNTED PAST FROM GHOST CITY TOURS

90-Minute Tour
Downtown San Diego
Adults Only 16+
Starts: 8 pm
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The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour: Overview

8 pm • 90-Minute Tour
4.8 Rated
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Ages 16+

$34.99

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Minimum Age Required

16 years

The Specters & Sinners Ghost Tour is San Diego’s only adults-only ghost tour, designed exclusively for guests 16+ who want more than a family-friendly night out. This isn’t a lighthearted stroll—it’s a raw, thought-provoking journey into the city’s seedy underbelly, where ghosts linger in the shadows of San Diego’s darkest history. With flexible bookings that let you reschedule up to 8 hours before your tour, it’s easy to plan your evening of chilling exploration.

On this tour, we’ll take you deep into San Diego’s former red-light district, where the vices of the past left behind restless spirits and eerie tales. You’ll hear about dark crimes, tragic lives, and the city’s connection to some of the most infamous figures in criminal history. These aren’t sanitized stories—they’re unsettling accounts of violence, corruption, and hauntings that still echo through the streets today. For those fascinated by the darker side of human nature, this tour delivers an unflinching look at San Diego’s past.

With mature themes and strong language, the Specters & Sinners Ghost Tour is not for kids or the faint of heart. It’s for people who want a ghost tour that digs deeper, that leaves you thinking long after the night is over. All of our tours are walking tours, and additional times may be available—but tickets for this unique 16+ experience don’t last long. Book yours now, and step into the shadows of San Diego’s haunted history.

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Starting Time

Nightly: 8 pm | 90-Minute Tour

Adults Only Ghost Tour

This tour is for ages 16 and older only

Pet Policy

This is a pet-friendly Ghost Tour

Alcohol Policy

You may NOT bring your alcoholic drinks on this Ghost Tour

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Featured Haunted Locations

Explore the spine-chilling locations you'll visit on this unforgettable ghost tour

Not all stops are guaranteed on all nights.

FEATURED STOP

The Grand Horton Hotel

Where Sunshine the Horse Still Roams the Halls

Tour Stop #1
Built 1886

Historic San Diego hotel where the ghost of Sunshine the horse from Kahle Saddlery roams the halls and former employee Roger Whitaker continues his eternal shift.

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Ghost Story Preview

Hear the chilling tales and witness paranormal activity that has been reported at this location for over a century.

Other Haunted Stops on This Tour

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The Davis-Horton House

Where a German Spy and Victorian Couple Still Reside

San Diego's oldest New Town structure where the ghost of a German spy, a Victorian couple on the stairs, and a phantom cat haunt this historic Victorian home.

Built 1850
3

The Montijo Building

Where Death Was a Business and Tragedy Left Its Mark

Historic Gaslamp building where Gray & Co. sold coffins, performed autopsies and embalming, and Edward Tebbutt committed suicide. The dead who passed through here refuse to rest.

Built late 1800s
4

The Grand Pacific Hotel

Where Darkness Attracted Darkness

Downtown San Diego hotel with a dark history connected to serial killers Samuel Little, Jon David Guerrero, and the Golden State Killer. The victims' spirits haunt this place of tragedy.

Built early 1900s

Plus many more spine-chilling locations and untold stories

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San Diego's only adults-only (16+) ghost tour

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True Crime and Ghosts Collide

This tour weaves together chilling hauntings and infamous crimes, making it as much about human nature as it is about the supernatural. It's a raw, macabre look at what happens when violence leaves its mark.

The City's Darkest Crimes

You'll walk streets where murder, corruption, and vice shaped the neighborhood. These aren't ghost stories made for kids—these are the tales of lives cut short by brutality.

The Shadows of the Red Light District

Once a breeding ground for crime and tragedy, this neighborhood remains haunted to this day. You'll hear the stories of those who never escaped its grip.

An Experience That Stays With You

This isn't just about scares—it's about reflection. The haunting stories of Specters & Sinners will echo long after the night ends.

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The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour FAQ

Everything you need to know before you go

Why is the Specters & Sinners Tour restricted to ages 16 and up?

The Specters & Sinners Tour is designed exclusively for guests 16 and older due to its mature content. This tour explores San Diego's darkest history, including stories of violence, crime, and vice from the city's former red-light district. The tour includes strong language and graphic historical accounts that are not appropriate for children.

What kind of mature content should I expect on this tour?

This is not a lighthearted ghost tour. The Specters & Sinners Tour delves into true crime, corruption, murder, and the dark underbelly of San Diego's past. Stories include graphic details of violence and tragedy. Our guides use strong language and discuss adult themes throughout the 90-minute experience. It's designed for those who want an unflinching look at history's darker side.

What makes this tour different from the family-friendly tour?

Unlike our family-friendly Ghosts of San Diego Tour, Specters & Sinners explores the most disturbing chapters of the city's history. You'll visit San Diego's former red-light district and hear raw, unfiltered stories about infamous criminals, murders, and restless spirits. This tour is for adults who want depth, darkness, and stories that will stay with them long after the night ends.

How long is the tour and what time does it start?

The Specters & Sinners Ghost Tour is a 90-minute walking tour that runs nightly at 9:00 PM, seven days a week. Additional tour times may be available during peak seasons. This is a walking tour covering approximately 1 mile through San Diego's Gaslamp District.

Where does the tour meet?

The tour meets at 505 Sixth Avenue in San Diego, across the street from Tivoli Bar and Grill in the heart of the Gaslamp District. Due to limited parking in the area, we strongly recommend taking an Uber, Lyft, or pedicab to the meeting location.

Can I bring children if they're mature for their age?

No. The 16+ age restriction is strictly enforced for the safety and comfort of all guests. The content is genuinely inappropriate for younger audiences. If you're traveling with children or teens under 16, we recommend our family-friendly Ghosts of San Diego Tour, which is designed for all ages and runs nightly at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.

Is the The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour a Walking Tour?

Yes, all tours offered by Ghost City Tours, including the The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour is a walking Ghost Tour. Don't worry, our tours are only about a mile in length and you'll have plenty of chances to sit and enjoy the stories along the way. Why be crammed into a Trolley, next to people you don't know, when you can experience our haunted locations as they were meant to be experienced?

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Where does the The Specters and Sinners Ghost Tour start?

Easy to find, plenty of parking, and right in the heart of San Diego

Meeting Point

505 Sixth Avenue

San Diego, CA 92101

The Specters & Sinners Ghost Tour starts at 505 Sixth Avenue, across the street from Tivoli Bar and Grill.

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Parking Information

If you've been to San Diego before, you know parking can be very hard to find. If you haven't been, you'll find that out. We recommend that you grab an Uber or pedicab to meet us. It'll save you a big hassle of trying to find parking.

Pro Tip

Arrive 10-15 minutes early to find parking and meet your tour guide

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Available daily 9am - Midnight

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Tour Starting Point
505 Sixth Avenue

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