The Whaley House Museum
Come discover what many believe to be the most haunted house in America! Overwhelmingly praised as the first of its kind and the finest home in Southern California, the Whaley House in Old Town was a central pillar of the 19th Century Old Town community. Besides being the Whaley family home, it was also San Diego’s first commercial theater, the county courthouse, and a general store. The legendary Whaley House is widely regarded as one of the most iconic landmarks in San Diego. From its rich Greek Revival architecture style and authentic decor to its mysterious past and unrivaled haunted pedigree, it’s no wonder this home attracts visitors from all over the world.
On May 6, 1856, Thomas Whaley began construction of his new home and proclaimed “My new house, when completed, will be the handsomest, most comfortable and convenient place in town or within 150 miles of here.” The two-story Greek Revival house was designed by Thomas Whaley and made from bricks created in Whaley’s very own brickyard on Conde Street. The house was the first of its kind and cost more than $10,000 when completed. Furnished with mahogany and rosewood furniture, Brussels carpets, and damask drapes, the Whaley House was overwhelmingly praised as “the first of its kind and finest home in Southern California.” Read more…
Day Tour
Step back in time and enjoy a self-guided tour through the iconic Whaley House. Learn all about the integral role the famed house played in Old Town San Diego’s rich history. WHALEY HOUSE DAYTIME TOUR TICKETS
Evening Tour
San Diego’s famed Whaley House is widely regarded as America’s Most Haunted House. This spooky evening tour explores the home’s dark past and spine-tingling cases of inexplicable events. WHALEY HOUSE HAUNTED EVENING TOUR TICKETS
Visit Whaley House Museum
Address:
2476 San Diego Avenue
San Diego, CA
92110
Phone:
619-273-5824
Hours:
Open daily: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 5 to 9 p.m.
Website:
Whaley House Museum, San Diego Avenue, San Diego, CA
