Whaley House Ticket

Travel back to the California Gold Rush with this ticket to the Whaley House. You'll visit this 19th-century home and discover the history of the family that built it— a must-see on your trip to San Diego.

Whaley House Ticket

This ticket to the Whaley House allows you to explore a home that is a representative of 19th-century architecture in San Diego. The house was completed in May 1856, described by businessman Thomas Whaley as the most beautiful and comfortable home in Southern California.

During your visit, admire the rooms featuring period decoration, including mahogany furniture, Brussels carpets, musical instruments, and antique photographs. You will also learn about the Whaley family, a Scotch-Irish family that emigrated to Massachusetts in 1722 and their reasons for moving to San Diego. Discover if they were part of the Boston Tea Party and the War of 1812.

Additionally, you will uncover the dark history of this site, including tragic deaths. Is Whaley House also the most terrifying haunted house in the United States? You can judge for yourself.

Opening hours

Whaley House is open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm.