Old Town Haunted Hot-List

The Whaley House

Often considered “The Most Haunted House in America,” this Greek-Revival structure was built by Thomas Whaley in 1856. Now fully restored and operated as a museum, the home reportedly plays host to many spirits, said to include Thomas Whaley, his wife, Anna, and his daughter Violet, who committed suicide on the property in 1885. Another often-reported spirit is that of James “Yankee Jim” Robinson who was hanged for theft on the site prior to construction of the house. Reports are numerous of cold spots, unexplained movement of furniture and curtains, apparitions, and many photographic anomalies. Famous living guests have included Regis Philbin, Hanz Holtzer, and psychic/witch Sybil Leek.

2734 Calhoun Street, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 298-2860

2476 San Diego Avenue, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 297-7511

4002 Wallace Street, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 220-5422

2400 Block San Diego Avenue, San Diego, CA

Old Town San Diego grew up around the site of the first mission and presidio, located at the crest of what is today called Presidio Hill. This part of town saw Spanish, Mexican, and finally American rule and the remaining structures showcase this mix of influences. In 1871, the city center was shifted to “New Town,” or the present-day downtown area. Old Town is a beautiful area, full of restaurants and shops and is dominated by the Old Town State Historical Park and Presidio Park.

listed by name

About the Site

After running a public group for a few years, I decided to call it quits and focus on research and writing. Supernatural San Diego is my attempt to correct some of the worst untruths about San Diego ghosts and give you guys a chance to see photos of the sites before planning an investigation.

I've deliberately gone with a brighter, daylight approach - I was getting a little bored with everyone else's black background and clip-art ghosties.