Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys.
You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF detector during the tour.
After meeting near the Transamerica Pyramid, your ghost hunter guide escorts you down haunted alleys, through mysterious neighborhoods, and around historic street corners. Stand atop old Gold Rush cemeteries, learn of paranormal activity following mysterious deaths, visit the site of infamous brothels, hear about Gold Rush–era hauntings, and how Chinatown’s gang wars changed the city.
But it's not “just a ghost tour” -- this tour includes tales of unexplained deaths, scandalous murders, the old red light district and more...
Recommended for ages 12+ due to mature themes, including serial killers, brothels, and true crime.
This tour can accommodate wheelchairs, but there will be two moderate hills -- please inquire if you have concerns.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for children age 10 and under
What To Expect
Transamerica Pyramid
Hear of the buried bodies and ships in this area
The Haunt Ghost Tours
Wild SF Tours runs the Haunted SF tour
Options
Ghost Tour
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Use of ghost hunting gear
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
927 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
First time great experience
Reginald D,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Me and my gf really enjoyed the emf's! You will find yourself pointing it at almost everything lol. Also very friendly crew and willing to answer any questions you have. Great experience
Excellent Guide
hana784,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jamie was amazing and knowledgeable! Loved learning that he studied a history and the occult in college - made for a very informative and fun tour!
Spirits in SF
SARAH G,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on the tour! My 15 year old son and I enjoyed the stories about events from the past. Our guide was knowledgeable and respectful to the living and the spirits we visited. I recommend this tour!
Guides were very...
Alexandra B,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guides were very knowledgeable and fun throughout the whole experience!! Would definitely recommend to people I know
Would have liked the pictures…
Natashia T,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The ghost tour was great and we enjoyed our host, Jamie. The problem is that Jamie took pics of everyone and sent us all an email with instructions for accessing the photos. Unfortunately, it’s been a week and he’s yet to upload the them. The email he sent indicates that they’ll be uploaded by 12pm the day following the tour and advises to download within 2 weeks before the photos are removed. I’ve emailed them twice now, as instructed in the email, but have received no response. Customer service is part of the experience— it’s just bad business to ignore your patrons.
Fun night
E5164ZBronm,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun time. Mac was a great guide She was knowledgeable about all things haunted. We did get a hit on the emf meter however no conversations with the entity.
Tour guides
Denise C,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour guides are super ..fun experience ..unique twist ..near Chinatown financial district ..worth a try
A highlight of our SF visit, awesome spooky tour that honored the historical context..
addyson t,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jamie was awesome and knowledgeable, had a really greatest balance between what could be considered paranormal vs explainable. We had a really spooky occurrence that was not related to any of the stop points, and he let us honor that experience with time and intention to investigate. Honored the historical context.
City History Delivered With Delicious Chills
A8928FIstephaniel,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour is a fun experience for all ages, especially for people interested in learning a little unknown history of San Francisco. Jaime was friendly and knowledgeable and told stories with just the right combination of enthusiasm and eeriness.
“Unforgettable Stories from San Francisco’s Darker Side
Excursion430160,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aliya did a fantastic job bringing San Francisco’s history to life. As a local, I learned so many things I didn’t know and came away with a deeper appreciation and connection to the city’s past. Even if you don’t believe in the supernatural, the old San Francisco stories Aliya shared were truly chilling—and absolutely captivating. I’m not sharing any details here because I don’t want to spoil the experience for future tourgoers, but I highly recommend The Haunt Ghost Tour to anyone interested in discovering San Francisco in a fun, engaging, and memorable way.
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