Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego

Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego: Our most recommended tours and activities

Sinister Shadows: San Diego Ghost Tours

Sinister Shadows: San Diego Ghost Tours

Explore the spooky side of San Diego's past on our guided ghost tour! Led by a local expert in haunted history, you'll visit eerie locations like the Carriage Works and Horton Grand Hotel in the city's historic district. Hear chilling tales of spirits that are said to still linger in these haunted spots. As night falls, get ready for a hair-raising journey through San Diego's dark past. Learn about ancient turf wars, bloody battles, and other terrifying events that have haunted the city for generations. Hear real-life ghost stories from iconic buildings as you uncover the hidden secrets of America's Finest City. Join us at 8 PM for a mile-long walk through San Diego's haunted history. While we can't enter private buildings, you'll be surrounded by the spirits of the past as you hear spine-tingling tales and eyewitness accounts of ghostly encounters. Don't miss this chance to discover the eerie side of San Diego on our unforgettable ghost tour!

Haunted San Diego: Bus Tour with EXCLUSIVE Location Access!

Haunted San Diego: Bus Tour with EXCLUSIVE Location Access!

Uniquely, we take you INSIDE 4 documented haunted locations. Real stories, real haunts! - Journey by bus through three of San Diego's most historic and haunted neighborhoods: Old Town, Sherman Heights, and the Gaslamp Quarter. - Gain EXCLUSIVE access to go INSIDE four documented haunted locations – an opportunity rarely offered on other tours! - Hear chilling true stories, dark historical accounts, and eerie local legends from your expert San Diego guide. - Uncover hidden secrets and the paranormal underbelly of "America's Finest City." - Experience an intimate tour setting, perfect for a comprehensive and spine-tingling adventure. Discover why "things do happen" on this authentic haunted experience! Our Haunted Bus Tour offers a unique advantage: explore more of San Diego's widespread haunted history in comfort, and step directly into the unknown with exclusive interior access to four different haunted sites. Your expert local guide will reveal the documented evidence and chilling atmosphere that makes these places truly unforgettable.

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour

Our immersive Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour starts at The Spreckles Theater and continues past several historic structures from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Each building has a story to tell, from former brothels to gambling halls, and the beautiful details of the windows and facades are a feast for the eyes. As we walk through the Gaslamp District, your guide will share little-known facts about what it was like to live in this once rough-and-tumble town. You’ll even learn about that time Harry Houdini made a stop in San Diego! Your tour guide will leave with insider recommendations for must-try restaurants in the area plus tips for more to see and do if you have time, including shows, nightlife, and activities that take place daily.

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour

Visit San Diego's historical Gaslamp Quarter and explore a part of town with plenty of stories to tell. With over 100 historic buildings, you will travel back in time on this jam-packed walking tour of the district’s most iconic places. Meet your guide near the Hard Rock Café Hotel to start walking through this historic district with charming signage, trolleys and decorative street lamps. You’ll visit two haunted sites, the Davis-Horton House and the Horton Grand Hotel, in between beautiful, historic facades. Take stunning pictures of the Spanish-style Balboa Theatre, marvel at San Diego’s first skyscraper, and run your fingers along the hand-carved wooden bar at gunslinger Wyatt Earp’s old watering hole. Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and stories like the tale of Bum, the legendary St. Bernard mix that was so beloved by the city they erected a statue in his honor.. Kids will also have plenty to do, thanks to the Gaslamp scavenger hunt and the interactive Broadway Fountain in Horton Plaza Park. There’s something for everyone.

Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour: True Crime & Exclusive Entry

Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour: True Crime & Exclusive Entry

This tour includes EXCLUSIVE access inside a historic Gaslamp location not open to all tours. Dare to explore? - Experience the chilling history of San Diego's notorious Gaslamp Quarter after dark. - Hear authentic stories of ghosts, eerie legends, infamous true crime, and Victorian-era scandals. - Join the #1 rated ghost tour experience on major platforms, led by passionate local experts. - Benefit from EXCLUSIVE access to go INSIDE a rarely accessed part of a famed location – a unique opportunity! - Discover 30+ historically significant and reportedly haunted locations over a 1.5-mile walk. - Experience a captivating blend of haunted tales (70%) and dark history/true crime (30%). Led by knowledgeable local guides, this isn't just a ghost tour – it's an authentic journey into the Gaslamp's shadowed past. Our #1 rating reflects our commitment to quality, and our exclusive interior access offers an experience you won't find elsewhere. Perfect for those who love gripping ghost stories, true crime sagas, and deep local history. Ideal for adults and older teens seeking an immersive and chilling walking tour of San Diego's most famous historic district.

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Horton Grand Hotel, San Diego: Our most recommended tours and activities

Sinister Shadows: San Diego Ghost Tours

Sinister Shadows: San Diego Ghost Tours

Explore the spooky side of San Diego's past on our guided ghost tour! Led by a local expert in haunted history, you'll visit eerie locations like the Carriage Works and Horton Grand Hotel in the city's historic district. Hear chilling tales of spirits that are said to still linger in these haunted spots. As night falls, get ready for a hair-raising journey through San Diego's dark past. Learn about ancient turf wars, bloody battles, and other terrifying events that have haunted the city for generations. Hear real-life ghost stories from iconic buildings as you uncover the hidden secrets of America's Finest City. Join us at 8 PM for a mile-long walk through San Diego's haunted history. While we can't enter private buildings, you'll be surrounded by the spirits of the past as you hear spine-tingling tales and eyewitness accounts of ghostly encounters. Don't miss this chance to discover the eerie side of San Diego on our unforgettable ghost tour!

Haunted San Diego: Bus Tour with EXCLUSIVE Location Access!

Haunted San Diego: Bus Tour with EXCLUSIVE Location Access!

Uniquely, we take you INSIDE 4 documented haunted locations. Real stories, real haunts! - Journey by bus through three of San Diego's most historic and haunted neighborhoods: Old Town, Sherman Heights, and the Gaslamp Quarter. - Gain EXCLUSIVE access to go INSIDE four documented haunted locations – an opportunity rarely offered on other tours! - Hear chilling true stories, dark historical accounts, and eerie local legends from your expert San Diego guide. - Uncover hidden secrets and the paranormal underbelly of "America's Finest City." - Experience an intimate tour setting, perfect for a comprehensive and spine-tingling adventure. Discover why "things do happen" on this authentic haunted experience! Our Haunted Bus Tour offers a unique advantage: explore more of San Diego's widespread haunted history in comfort, and step directly into the unknown with exclusive interior access to four different haunted sites. Your expert local guide will reveal the documented evidence and chilling atmosphere that makes these places truly unforgettable.

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour

Our immersive Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour starts at The Spreckles Theater and continues past several historic structures from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Each building has a story to tell, from former brothels to gambling halls, and the beautiful details of the windows and facades are a feast for the eyes. As we walk through the Gaslamp District, your guide will share little-known facts about what it was like to live in this once rough-and-tumble town. You’ll even learn about that time Harry Houdini made a stop in San Diego! Your tour guide will leave with insider recommendations for must-try restaurants in the area plus tips for more to see and do if you have time, including shows, nightlife, and activities that take place daily.

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour

San Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Frontier History Walking Tour

Visit San Diego's historical Gaslamp Quarter and explore a part of town with plenty of stories to tell. With over 100 historic buildings, you will travel back in time on this jam-packed walking tour of the district’s most iconic places. Meet your guide near the Hard Rock Café Hotel to start walking through this historic district with charming signage, trolleys and decorative street lamps. You’ll visit two haunted sites, the Davis-Horton House and the Horton Grand Hotel, in between beautiful, historic facades. Take stunning pictures of the Spanish-style Balboa Theatre, marvel at San Diego’s first skyscraper, and run your fingers along the hand-carved wooden bar at gunslinger Wyatt Earp’s old watering hole. Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and stories like the tale of Bum, the legendary St. Bernard mix that was so beloved by the city they erected a statue in his honor.. Kids will also have plenty to do, thanks to the Gaslamp scavenger hunt and the interactive Broadway Fountain in Horton Plaza Park. There’s something for everyone.

Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour: True Crime & Exclusive Entry

Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour: True Crime & Exclusive Entry

This tour includes EXCLUSIVE access inside a historic Gaslamp location not open to all tours. Dare to explore? - Experience the chilling history of San Diego's notorious Gaslamp Quarter after dark. - Hear authentic stories of ghosts, eerie legends, infamous true crime, and Victorian-era scandals. - Join the #1 rated ghost tour experience on major platforms, led by passionate local experts. - Benefit from EXCLUSIVE access to go INSIDE a rarely accessed part of a famed location – a unique opportunity! - Discover 30+ historically significant and reportedly haunted locations over a 1.5-mile walk. - Experience a captivating blend of haunted tales (70%) and dark history/true crime (30%). Led by knowledgeable local guides, this isn't just a ghost tour – it's an authentic journey into the Gaslamp's shadowed past. Our #1 rating reflects our commitment to quality, and our exclusive interior access offers an experience you won't find elsewhere. Perfect for those who love gripping ghost stories, true crime sagas, and deep local history. Ideal for adults and older teens seeking an immersive and chilling walking tour of San Diego's most famous historic district.

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5 out of 5 stars

This tour is fantastic! We were guided by Fernando who was so fun and knowledgeable about the history of San Diego. Not only is the tour super captivating, but Fernando also gave us great recommendations while seeing the city. Highly suggest this tour, especially if it’s your first time in San Diego. Thanks again Fernando!

5 out of 5 stars

Our guide, Dave, was extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic and personable, which made for an interesting and enjoyable tour. He kept his storytelling at a good pace, and the tour went well. We enjoyed it very much!

5 out of 5 stars

Fernando was an awesome host! Very thoughtful, kept us entertained the entire time, answered all of our questions. Can’t recommend enough!

5 out of 5 stars

Our guide, Debby White was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We did the tour with breaks for coffee and would recommend it to others.

5 out of 5 stars

Our guide was super entertaining! The locations and history was great! We would definitely recommend the tour to others!