San Jose Ghosts Tour

Join San Jose’s Ghosts Tour for a spine-chilling walk through haunted sites, uncovering eerie tales and restless spirits. Book your ghostly adventure now.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San José State University - San Jose State University, established in 1857 as the first higher education institution in the West, initially focused on training teachers. Among its historic buildings, Hoover Hall stands out for its eerie reputation, with reports of paranormal activities and ghostly occurrences adding a haunting layer to its storied past.
  • Winchester Mystery House - The Winchester Mystery House is a sprawling mansion built by Sarah Winchester, whose unusual construction and eerie design have captivated visitors from around the world. Believed to be cursed, Sarah Winchester’s home is renowned for its labyrinthine layout and numerous reports of ghostly apparitions, drawing those intrigued by its mysterious and haunting allure.
  • The Westin San Jose - The Sainte Claire Hotel, constructed in 1926 and known as “the Million Dollar Hotel,” is a renowned hotspot for paranormal activity in San Jose. Its chilling legacy is linked to a tragic 1930 wedding where a heartbroken bride, deserted at the altar, leapt from the top of the building, leaving behind a spectral presence that continues to haunt its halls.
  • Park Avenue - Park Avenue in San Jose, California, is home to the Van Dykes House, a Victorian-era residence built in 1896 that suffered severe damage during the Great Earthquake of 1906. Today, the historic home is rumored to be haunted by the ghostly apparitions of children, their playful yet eerie presence adding a haunting layer to the building’s storied past.
  • 170 S Market St - The Fairmont Hotel in San Jose, a grand establishment opened in 1987, stands on land steeped in a long history of tragedy and haunting tales. Despite its modern facade, the site is rumored to harbor restless spirits from its troubled past, making it a focal point for eerie experiences and ghostly encounters.
  • Splash Bar San Jose - The Splash Bar, located on Post Street in San Jose, sits in an area with a long history of nocturnal activity dating back to the 19th century. Today, it’s known not only for its lively atmosphere but also for its reputation as a hotspot of supernatural phenomena, where patrons and staff alike have reported eerie occurrences and unexplained events.
  • San Jose Improv - San Jose Improv, a premier comedy club known for featuring top talent and shows like Saturday Night Live, originally opened in 1904 as the Jose Theater. Its rich history is tinged with tragedy, as a devastating fire in the early 20th century claimed many lives, and today, ghostly encounters in the basement offer a chilling reminder of the past.
What's Included
  • Local Guide
  • Chilling Stories
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
Additional Information

Embark on a spine-chilling journey through San Jose’s eerie streets with our walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings collide!

Led by an expert local guide, you’ll explore haunted and historic locations brimming with ghostly tales.

As you stroll through the city, be prepared to encounter thrilling accounts of spectral apparitions that have marked iconic sites.

From the haunted grounds of San Jose State University to the enigmatic Winchester Mystery House, each stop unveils the dark secrets and restless spirits lurking in the shadows. Traverse a mile of haunted terrain and uncover the disturbing history of this once-bloody metropolis. Locations like the Sainte Claire Hotel and Park Avenue echo with tales of death and devastation.

Although entry into private buildings isn’t allowed, you’ll be surrounded by the ghosts of San Jose’s past.

Gather your courage and prepare for an evening of spooky tales and encounters that will make you question what lies beyond the living.

Location
154 Paseo de San Carlos
Paseo de San Carlos
Meet your guide at 154 Paseo de San Carlos, San Jose, CA 95112. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures T-Shirt and carrying a Lantern.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Eliseo_m
Aug 2, 2024
Fun - It was definitely a fun experience. Fun for groups and the tour guide was awesome he definitely made the experience more exciting.
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Jordandh6631kk
Oct 20, 2023
New Ghost Tour in San Jose by US Ghost Adventure - This is a great new thing for the city. I am from San Jose and as a native this is a really good thing for the city!
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Emma_h
Aug 27, 2024
Disappointed but turned out fun when started! - So the pin drop is different to the meeting point address. They are 6 mins apart. We got there early checked both locations, still no guide. It actually turned out the meeting point was a completely different place! Only by luck did we see the guide after he started and was walking on the tour. There was no effort from the head office to contact us when he informed them we were not there. And no contact no available to contact them. Just the message board but this doesn’t work for out of hours tours. Very disappointed with this. Once we were on the tour it was great, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic made the tour fun. He was great!
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Grandtour67486973778
Aug 18, 2024
Drew's Review - It was interesting to know the history and browsing around the downtown area in San Jose. I also enjoy listening to the stories and folklore of the past.
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